The airport in Lipetsk is located 15 km from the city center and has not only federal but also international significance. It received the last status relatively recently, only in 2008, but for the first time passengers were able to take advantage of such an advantage only after 7 years.
History of Lipetsk Airport
A controversial moment - when to start the history of the airport. From the erection of the building or from the beginning of the functioning of the structure? With regard to the Lipetsk airport, it is impossible to omit and delete from the annals the creation of the flight unit itself, long before the building was built. Therefore, his story should begin to be written precisely from this.
50s of the last century became significant not only for Lipetsk airport, but also for the city. In 1954, it became the capital of the region of the same name, and a year later the future airport acquired an aviation squadron. Moreover, initially the runways were located right in the city. At the same time, a flight school began to function, which is still available today.
The squadron moved to the place where the Lipetsk airport is now built only in the spring of 1961. After that, the aviation enterprise increased its capacity. Therefore, in 1966, a full-fledged building was built to ensure the convenience of passengers. Itprovided for the accommodation of no more than 100 guests at a time.
In 1971, the runway was reconstructed, which ceased to be earthen and received an artificial surface. Passenger traffic has increased significantly due to flights to most major cities of the USSR.
The 90s affected the whole country. The airport stopped working as intended. The premises were mothballed, as was the equipment that remained out of work. The runway was used exclusively for business transportation. Only 10 years later the situation returned to normal.
Almost all the time, improvements and reconstruction work were carried out whenever possible. The airport received new modern equipment to ensure greater air traffic safety and continuity of operation even in conditions of poor visibility. The runway has been completely re-equipped in accordance with international standards. All services have also been reorganized.
Flight routes
Rusline, Saratov Airlines and S7 regularly operate the route Lipetsk - Domodedovo Airport. In addition, Rusline delivers passengers to St. Petersburg, Yekaterinburg and Sochi, and Saratov Airlines to Simferopol.
The airport, although it received international status, has not yet been confirmed. Flight Lipetsk - Milan, performed in May 2015, remains the only one.
The airport is able to receive almost any aircraft with a maximum takeoff weight of up to 60 tons,as well as all types of helicopters.
Lipetsk Airport: photos, infrastructure and location
Lipetsk Airport allows passengers to spend quite a comfortable time while waiting for their flight. The waiting room is spacious, there are catering points, shops, a pharmacy, cash desks. It is possible to use ATMs and payment terminals.
Passengers who have to wait a long time for their flight can use the hotel or business lounge, which has everything you need for comfortable waiting or work even on the road. Luggage can be checked into luggage storage and, without wasting time, go to explore Lipetsk, which has a three-century history. Individual service for VIP passengers is also provided. Mothers with children will be able to rest in specially organized rooms for them. For emergencies, there is a medical center where they can provide first aid. The security system also works well at the airport.
The airport has an official Internet resource where it is possible to obtain data on arrivals, departures and services provided. The same information can be obtained by calling Lipetsk Airport. For the convenience of passengers, you can purchase tickets through the website, and for some flights, you can also conduct preliminary online check-in.
How to get to the airport?
You can get to the airport from Lipetsk by private car. There is a convenient access system and parking. You can also use public transport.
There are at least twobus flights that carry passengers to the airport without transfers. These are the 119th and 148th routes. You can get there in about 20 minutes.
