And just two years later, a new control tower was added to keep up with the growing flight schedule and demands. In late 1994, an entire north/south parallel runway was built, allowing for simultaneous operations that further reduced delays in the already virtually delay-free airport. Over the years, as Kansas City grew into a world-class city, and Kansas City International grew with it. The Kansas City Aviation Department established a Marketing Division and began an Air Service Development Program to work with existing and prospective airlines to “grow” Kansas City’s air access to the US and beyond. The vision was clear: Become one of the nation’s most affordable, centralized locations that allows travelers near and far to reach either coast within a mere four hours. But in 1990, amid the Persian Gulf Crisis, fuel shortages hit the entire airline industry hard – dropping flights in and out of MCI to record lows.įaced with a challenge, Kansas City International had to reimagine itself. Over the next decades, Kansas City International continued to be a destination and a stop for travelers near and far.
It was the heart of the Heart of America – built with pride by the city, for the city. Home to just a handful of carriers at the time, Kansas City’s new airport proudly boasted jumbo jet runways and the world’s first drive-to-your-gate design.
The new airport replaced then-named Kansas City Municipal Airport, which served Kansas City from 1927 until it was deemed too small to expand to meet growing demand. 11, Kansas City’s new hometown airport officially opened for business.
After a few final finishing touches, at 1:22 a.m. After three days of events, air shows, parties, and exhibits October 21-23, 1972, Kansas City International Airport (MCI) was dedicated by the vice president of the United States, Spiro Agnew. History of Kansas City International AirportĮvery good story starts with a celebration.
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