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First airport

On 16 November 1909, the world's first airline was

founded in Frankfurt am Main: The Deutsche Luftschiffahrts-
Aktiengesellschaft (DELAG). DELAG then built the first
airport in Frankfurt, called Airship Base at Rebstock, which
was located in Bockenheim in the western part of the city
and was primarily used for airships in the beginning. It
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opened in 1912 and was extended after World War I, but in Imdad Construction Com…
1924, an expert's report already questioned the possibility
of further expansions at this location.

With the foundation of Deutsche Luft Hansa in 1926, a

rapid boom of civilian air travel started, and soon the
airship base became too small to handle the demand. Plans
for a new and larger airport located in the Frankfurt City
Forest south-west of Schwanheim were approved in 1930
but were not realized due to the Great Depression. After
the Machtergreifung in 1933, the government revived the
plans and started the construction of the new airport.

Frankfurt Airport, also known as Frankfurt am Main Airport

(FRA), is one of the busiest and largest airports in Europe. It
is located in Frankfurt, Germany, and serves as a major
international hub for both passenger and cargo flights. The
airport is operated by Fraport AG and has two main
terminals: Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.

Terminal 1 at Frankfurt Airport is the older and larger

terminal, handling the majority of the airport's traffic. It is
further divided into concourses (A, B, C, and Z) and serves a
wide range of airlines, including Lufthansa and its Star
Alliance partners.

Terminal 2, which opened in 1994, primarily serves as a hub

for airlines from the Oneworld alliance, such as British
Airways, American Airlines, and others. It also handles select
flights from non-alliance carriers.

Location: Frankfurt Airport lies 12 km (7.5 mi) southwest

of central Frankfurt,[3] near
the Autobahn interchange Frankfurter Kreuz, where two of
the most heavily used motorways in Europe (A3 and A5)
meet. The airport grounds, which form a city district of
Frankfurt named Frankfurt-Flughafen, are surrounded by
the Frankfurt City Forest. The southern portion of the
airport grounds extend partially into the cities
of Rüsselsheim am Main and Mörfelden-Walldorf, and a
western portion of the grounds lie within the city
of Kelsterbach.

The airport is centrally located in the Frankfurt/Rhine-Main

region, Germany's third-largest metropolitan region,

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which itself has a central location in the densely populated Imdad Construction Com…
region of the west-central European megalopolis. Thereby,
along with a strong rail and motorway connection, the
airport serves as a major transport node for the greater
region, less than two hours by ground to Cologne, the Ruhr
Area, and Stuttgart.

Frankfurt Airport lies 12 km (7.5 mi) southwest of central

Frankfurt,[3] near the Autobahn interchange Frankfurter
Kreuz, where two of the most heavily used motorways in
Europe (A3 and A5) meet. The airport grounds, which form
a city district of Frankfurt named Frankfurt-Flughafen, are
surrounded by the Frankfurt City Forest. The southern
portion of the airport grounds extend partially into the
cities of Rüsselsheim am Main and Mörfelden-Walldorf,
and a western portion of the grounds lie within the city
of Kelsterbach.

The airport is centrally located in the Frankfurt/Rhine-Main

region, Germany's third-largest metropolitan region,
which itself has a central location in the densely populated
region of the west-central European megalopolis. Thereby,
along with a strong rail and motorway connection, the
airport serves as a major transport node for the greater
region, less than two hours by ground to Cologne, the Ruhr
Area, and Stuttgart.

Frankfurt Airport offers numerous amenities and facilities

for passengers, including a variety of shops, restaurants,
lounges, duty-free stores, and services like currency
exchange, luggage storage, and car rental.

The airport has excellent connectivity with the city of

Frankfurt and other nearby regions. It is well-served by
public transportation, including trains and buses, making it
easily accessible for travelers.

Please note that this information is accurate as of my last

knowledge update in September 2021.

The southern side of the airport ground was home to

the Rhein-Main Air Base, which was a major air base for
the United States from 1947 until 2005, when the air base
was closed and the property was acquired by Fraport (now
occupied by Terminal 3). The airport celebrated its 80th

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anniversary in July 2016. In 2023 the airport is 87 years old. Imdad Construction Com…
The airport will celebrate its 100 years anniversary just after
13 years means in 2036.

Nearly 70 million in 2018 and its now touches 80-85

millions. It also had a freight throughput of
2.076 million metric tonnes in 2015 and is the busiest
airport in Europe by cargo traffic. As of summer 2017,
Frankfurt Airport serves more than 300 destinations in 5
continents, making it the airport with the most direct routes
in the world.

Growth of the airport

Civil air traffic at Frankfurt Airport in 1951

In 1951, restrictions for German air travelers were lifted and

civil air traffic started to grow again. In 1952, Frankfurt
Airport handled more than 400,000 passengers; a year later
it was more than half a million. About 100 to 120 aero
planes took off from and landed in Frankfurt daily. In 1955,
Lufthansa resumed flights to and from Frankfurt and in the
same year the Federal Republic of Germany gained its air
sovereignty back from the Allies. In 1957, the northern
runway was extended, first to 3,000 m (9,843 ft) and then to
3,900 m (12,795 ft), to make it compatible with jet aircraft.

The airport did not emerge as a major international airline

hub until 1958 when a new passenger terminal
called Empfangsanlage Ost (Terminal East, literally "Arrival
Facility East") opened in the north-east corner of the airport
site. Only four years later it was clear that the terminal was
already too small for the demand. In 1961, Frankfurt already
had 2.2 million passengers and 81,000 take-offs and
landings, making it the second busiest airport in Europe
behind Heathrow Airport, London.

In 1962, it was decided to build an even larger terminal with

a capacity of 30 million passengers per year. Work on this
terminal began in 1965. The southern runway was extended
to 3,750 m (12,303 ft) in 1964. In 1970, a new hangar was
inaugurated; this accommodated six jet aircraft and was the
world's largest hangar at the time.

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Passengers and visitors can change terminals with the

people mover system SkyLine which has three stops in
Terminal 1 (at gates AZ, B and C) as well as one in Terminal
2 for all gates. Some stops can only be used by passengers
in or outside the Schengen zone which is achieved by
separated cars and station entrances. The travel time
between the terminals is 2 minutes with trains arriving
every 2–3 minutes during the day. Each train has two cars,
one airside (outside the Schengen area) and one landside
(within the Schengen area). Most stations have a platform
on each side of the train, so landside passengers can only
step out onto the landside platform, and airside passengers
can only step out onto the airside platform. Additionally
there is regular bus service between the terminals

Runways

Frankfurt Airport has four runways of which three are

arranged parallel in east–west direction and one in north–
south direction. In 2010 three runways (Runways North,
South and West) handled 464,432 aircraft movements,
which equated to 83 movements per hour. With the start of
operation of the Northwest Runway in October 2011 the
airport was predicted to be able to handle 126 movements
per hour. It is predicted that aircraft movements will
increase up to 700,000 in the year 2020. By using the fourth
runway, Frankfurt Airport is able for the first time to handle
simultaneous parallel landings, because the distance
between the north and the north-west runways is 1,400 m
(4,593 ft). Simultaneous parallel landings were not possible
with the north and south runway pairing, because the
separation distance did not meet the safety standard

Future expansions

Terminal 3 (under construction)

In 2009, the German government decided to create third

terminals for both Frankfurt Airport and Munich Airport in
order to handle expected passenger flows of 90 million in

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Frankfurt by 2020 and 50 million in Munich by 2017. The Imdad Construction Com…
new terminal is scheduled to be built by Fraport, south of
the existing terminals on the grounds of the former Rhein-
Main Air Base. The new Terminal 3 is to accommodate up to
25 million passengers and will feature 75 new aircraft
positions when completely constructed. An extension of
the SkyLine people mover system is planned to connect the
new terminal to Terminals 1 and 2 and the airport train
stations.

In August 2014, the city of Frankfurt granted building

permission for the first phase of Terminal 3.The
groundbreaking for the new terminal took place on 5
October 2015. Its first phase, consisting of the main
building and two of the planned four piers (concourses 3H
and 3J), is planned to open by 2026 and will be able to
handle 15 million additional passengers per year. Total
costs are estimated at 3 billion euros.

In 2017, Frankfurt Airport first indicated that the second-

phase construction of the easternmost pier (concourse 3G)
could be moved forward so that low-cost carriers can use
this pier from 2021.After approval by municipal authorities
in 2018,the piers will be constructed and used according to
the following timetable: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic,
Fraport postponed the opening of the new terminal to 2026
in March 2021.

Concourse 3G (easternmost pier):

Construction of first twelve bus gates, reachable via

shuttle buses from terminals 1/2, in use by 2021

Construction of additional twelve bus gates by

2023/2024

Construction of passenger jet bridges by 2025/2026

Check-in area, concourses 3H and 3J (central piers):

Construction by 2023 including transport systems for
visitors, passengers and luggage to the other terminals

Concourse 3H is planned for Schengen flights

Concourse 3J is planned for non-Schengen flights

Concourse 3K (westernmost pier): Possible third-phase

expansion depending on development of passenger
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Airport City

The airport ground and the surrounding area of Frankfurt

Airport offer a large variety of on-airport businesses as well
as airport-related businesses, including office space, hotels,
shopping areas, conference rooms and car parks. The
development of an airport city has significantly accelerated
in recent years.

Frankfurt Airport Centers

Frankfurt Airport Centre 1

The Frankfurt Airport Centre 1 (FAC 1) near Terminal 1

offers office and conference facilities, the newer FAC 2 is
located within Terminal 2 and offers office space for airlines.

FAC Building 234 has the head office of Eurowings

Discover.

Airport City Mall

The Airport City Mall is located on the landside of Terminal

1, departure hall B. It offers national and international
retailers and label stores, a supermarket and several
restaurants.

The Squaire

The Squaire is an office and retail building with a total floor

area of 140,000 m2 (1,506,900 sq ft). It is directly connected
to Terminal 1 through a connecting corridor for pedestrians.
The accounting firm KPMG, Lufthansa and two Hilton
Hotels (Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport with 334 rooms
and Hilton Frankfurt Airport with 249 rooms) occupy space
in The Squaire.

Main Airport Centre

The Main Airport Centre, named after the Main river, is an

office building with ten floors and about

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51,000 m2 (549,000 sq ft) of office space. It is located at the Imdad Construction Com…
edge of the Frankfurt City Forest near Terminal 2.

Sheraton Hotel & Conference Centre

Sheraton Hotels and Resorts offers 1,008 guest rooms

adjacent to Terminal 1 and a conference centre for up to
200 delegates

Incidents and accidents

On 4 January 1938, a Deutsche Lufthansa Junkers Ju-

52 crashed in a snowstorm on approach to FRA due to
icing. All three crew and three passengers were killed.

On 29 September 1938, a Luftwaffe Junkers Ju-52

crashed due to a preliminary ground contact caused by
a wrong estimation of height. One occupant of the
four on board were killed.

On 22 March 1952, a KLM Royal Dutch

Airlines Douglas DC-6 on a return flight from
Johannesburg to Amsterdam crashed 7 km NE of FRA
into a forest. Nine crew and 36 passengers of the 47
total on board perished.

On 14 October 1953, a Sabena Convair CV-

240 crashed near Kelstenbach shortly after takeoff
following loss of engine power 1 km N of FRA. All four
crew and 40 passengers died.

On 21 January 1967, an Air Ferry Douglas C-54, a

cargo flight, struck trees some 2700 metres short of
the runway while on a night-time instrument landing
system approach. Both occupants were killed.

On 24 November 1972, an Air Canada McDonnell

Douglas DC-8 bound for Montreal, Canada was
hijacked on the ground at FRA and a hijacker
demanded a release of prisoners. The plane was
stormed and the hijacker arrested. One person died.

On 22 May 1983, during an air show at Rhein-Main Air

Base, a Canadian RCAF Lockheed F-104
Starfighter crashed into a nearby road, hitting a car

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and killing all passengers, a vicar's family of five. The Imdad Construction Com…
pilot was able to eject.

On 19 June 1985, a bomb cloaked in a canvas bag was

detonated approx at 14:42 in the afternoon in Hall B of
the Rhein Main Frankfurt Airport, decimating that
section of the airport. The blast resulted in three
deaths and 32 injuries, of which four were considered
serious.

In May 1999, a violent illegal immigrant was being

deported by police, from Frankfurt to Cairo. He was
restrained before the flight took off and when an
officer attempted to talk to him later, he found that he
was no longer alive.

In September 2007, German authorities arrested three

suspected terrorists for plotting a "massive" terror
attack, which posed "an imminent threat" to Frankfurt
Airport and the US Air Force base in Ramstein.

On 2 March 2011, a gunman opened fire on a bus

carrying US Air Force personnel at Frankfurt Airport,
killing two and wounding two others.

On 11 June 2018, Lufthansa Flight 426, an Airbus

A340, preparing for a flight to Philadelphia
International Airport sustained damage on pushback
from the gate, the tow tug caught fire and the aircraft
sustained damage to the nose and cockpit section. Ten
airport staff, consisting of ground crew and emergency
responders, suffered minor injuries as a result of smoke
inhalation. The aircraft was written off.

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10 Things to do on a layover at
Frankfurt Airport

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1- Enjoy a meal - with variety of food Imdad Construction Com…

you won’t go hungry at this airport, which has dozens of

restaurants, bars, and cafes that should please even picky
eaters. Reingold Bar is a miniature Bavarian beer garden
serving German sausage, pretzels, and local brews. Goethe
Bar is an homage to one of Germany’s best-known literati.
Caviar House is a splurge-worthy spot for a leisurely meal
of seafood and Champagne. Of course, you can choose
from Asian eateries, German bakeries, and many Western
chains like Kentucky Fried Chicken, McDonald’s, and
Starbucks. I love to take fish burger form here which I eat
many times.

2. Visit an airport lounge

A big airport like this means you are spoiled for options for
airport lounges – and you don’t have to be flying First or
Business Class to check into many of them. Simply pre-
book a single visit pass online or use your lounge
membership program to gain entry. A flat fee typically
includes food, drinks, TVs, WiFi, magazines, and sometimes
even shower facilities, all in a pleasant, relaxing
environment. Locations and details are available in
our Frankfurt Airport Guide.

3- Shopping - window shopping or real purchase

The many shops and boutiques here give you plenty of eye
candy to pass the time, and you may even find the perfect
souvenir. Terminal 1’s Airport City Mall is the place to go,
where German brands like Jack Wolfskin and Birkenstock
are located, along with many other boutiques. Look for the
Coupon Wall, which has deals and discounts on airport
eateries and shops. Giant duty-free areas offer the usual
array of candy, chocolates, perfume and makeup, and
alcohol. We hear there’s even a grocery store for affordable
snacks. I love to spent time with branded watches shops,
souvenirs shops and perfumes.

4- Freshen up - Enjoy it

German efficiency is the name of the game here, and we

love that this airport makes shower facilities available for a
small fee. Five locations in Terminals 1 and 2 offer towels,
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experience for only €6. Showers open daily from 6:00AM –
10:00PM.

Enjoy!

5. Get pampered

After you’ve freshened up with a shower, get pampered

with a massage, facial, manicure, pedicure, or time at the
oxygen bar. Be Relax Spa has three locations offering a
range of spa services. A hairdresser inside Concourse C’s
Airport City Mall Frankfurt is available for haircuts and
styles.

6. Pilot your own flight! Drive a flight simulator

Have you ever wanted to pilot your own plane? The airport
has a flight simulator that lets you take off and land a
simulated plane at airports around the world. The session
costs €79, but you get instructions from an experienced
commercial pilot – a pretty cool way to pass your layover at
Frankfurt Airport!

7. Use the WiFi

Hop online to chat with friends or browse the internet –

WiFi is free and unlimited

8. Tour the airport

We know the flight simulator is a splurge – but the airport

also offers several different airport tours that shows the
behind-the-scenes logistics and workings. Tours start at
only €8 for a 45-minute experience, with additional tours
that take you into the Fire Department or around the
runways – these range from €15-25. Make a reservation or
stop by the Airport Tours Shop in Terminal 1.

9. Sightseeing

There’s plenty to keep you busy inside the airport, but you
may be itching to get out for some fresh air. Why not head

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into the city centre for some exploring? We recommend at Imdad Construction Com…
least 7 hours between flights if you want to explore. Luckily
you can store your bags in Terminals 1 and 2 while you’re
out and about!

Trains are your most efficient ways to reach the city centre –
head to the Frankfurt Airport Railway Station and purchase
a round-trip train ticket to the city center. Many buses
depart from the front of Terminal 1. Of course, taxis are
ready and waiting if you want more direct service.

In the city center, head to Alstadt, the oldest part of the city
with many sites reconstructed after World War 2. Romer,
the main square, serves up iconic German architecture.
Travellers will be surprised at the city’s gastronomy scene –
head to Kleinmarkthalle (closed Sundays) for local and fresh
food. Along Grosse Bockenheimer Strasse (known locally as
Fressgass), you’ll find a pedestrian street packed with street
food ranging from German to Asian cuisine, plus many
shops. Walk off all those calories with a stroll along the
Main River – the peaceful river meanders past new
skyscrapers and old architecture, showing off how quickly
this city is developing. Or, opt for a popular 1-hour cruise
along the river.

Be sure to leave enough time to make it back to the airport

and process through Security before your next flight!

10. Sleep

All you wanna do is catch up on much-needed shuteye?

Keep an eye out for the reclining lounge seats with food
rests, located throughout the airport and in the Rest Zones.
Otherwise, much of the gate seats are equipped with metal
armrests, so head to the pre-Security areas for armrest-free
seating – travellers note that Terminal 2’s pre-Security area
has comfortable seating on Floor 2. If you’re camping out
overnight, note that only Concourse B stays open 24-hours.
For a nap in a proper bed, you’ll have to spend the money.
There is now a transit hotel located inside Security in
Terminal 1, and you can book a private room hourly,
starting with a 3-hour block for €110 (check-in only
available from 5:00AM – 10:00PM). Three more hotels are

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located at the airport, and some offer day room rentals, so Imdad Construction Com…
stroll or ride the train to them. Other hotels are located
nearby, offering shuttle service. See our Frankfurt Airport
Guide for details and locations.

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