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It may seem strange to think about snowplows and icy runways when it’s 85 degrees outside, but summer is actually the ideal time to prepare for winter at Rochester International Airport (RST). L to R, RST Operations Team Members: Zach, Matt, and Rod Earlier this summer, Operations Leads Rod Danielson and Matthew Peck, along with
North Star Honor Flight is preparing to take off from Rochester International Airport (RST) on itsthird trip to Washington, D.C., with a plane of veterans on April 27, 2026. Mission 3 of North Star Honor Flight willtransport 86 veterans and 79 guardians to accompany them for the day. The goal of Honor Flight is to
Construction is officially underway on a major project at Rochester International Airport to upgrade its General Aviation ramp – which supports private aircraft, air ambulances and flight training operations – while positioning the airport for future growth. Photo credit Mayo Clinic. What Is the General Aviation Ramp, and Who Uses It? The General Aviation (GA)
At Rochester International Airport (RST), every role helps create a welcoming experience for travelers, many of whom are visiting for important, and sometimes emotional, reasons. “For the people that work at RST, it’s not just a job,” said Caleb Wyman, Vice President and General Manager of Great Planes, one of the companies that helps staff
For many travelers, arriving at Rochester International Airport (RST) is a little different…in a good way. The airport is smaller, quieter and easier to navigate than larger hubs. And once you land, you’re already close to where you need to be. Mayo Clinic, downtown Rochester and most hotels are just a 15 to 20 minute
One group of travelers will be especially well-served when United Airlines comes to Rochester International Airport on June 1: business travelers. Whether departing Rochester for work or arriving for meetings, conferences or other business in the area, they’ll benefit from greater convenience and connectivity. “Time, reliability and flexibility aren’t perks for professionals who travel frequently
There are plenty of assumptions about how airports work — who controls flights, what affects pricing, and whether flying local really makes a difference. At RST, informed travelers help build a stronger airport. Let’s separate myth from reality. Myth 1: RST can add flights whenever they want. Fact: Airlines — not the airport — decide
People in our community often ask, “Why doesn’t RST just add more direct flights?” The truth is that attracting new air service is a detailed, data-driven process.
North Star Honor Flight is preparing to take its second trip to Washington, D.C., with a plane of veterans on September 30, 2025. Mission 2 of North Star Honor Flight will transport 83 veterans and 78 guardians to accompany them for the day. The goal of Honor Flight is to take WWII, Korean, Vietnam Era
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Updated: January 2026.
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