AEROPORT INTERNATIONAL TOUSSAINT LOUVERTURE
Located about 10 kilometers northeast of the capital, Specifically in Tabarre, Maïs-Gaté, Boulevard Toussaint Louverture.
HISTORY
Evolution of Toussaint Louverture International Airport.
Originally established as a former American military base during the 1950s and 1960s, Toussaint Louverture International Airport has undergone several significant transformations over the decades.
The airport's modern era began in 1965 with its inauguration under the name François Duvalier International Airport, paying homage to the former president of Haiti. Following political developments, the airport underwent a name change in 1986, becoming known as Port-au-Prince International Airport.
In a further tribute to Haiti's rich history and national identity, the airport received its current name, Aeroport International Toussaint Louverture, in 2003. This renaming honors the esteemed national hero Toussaint Louverture, reflecting the airport's role as a symbol of the nation's resilience and progress.
Rehabilitation and Upgrading of Toussaint Louverture International Airport.
Commencing in November 2011, Toussaint Louverture International Airport embarked on a comprehensive rehabilitation and upgrading initiative, spearheaded by the Haitian company Panexus Haiti. This endeavor aimed to enhance both the infrastructure and facilities of the airport, encompassing a redesign of interior and exterior spaces. Notably, the upgraded facilities are equipped with advanced equipment to accommodate a projected doubling of the airport's reception capacity, expecting to serve approximately 1.2 million passengers annually.
Moreover, significant efforts were dedicated to ensuring the structural resilience of the airport. The renovated building now adheres to seismic standards capable of withstanding seismic activity up to a magnitude 8 on the Richter scale. Although the initial terminals were inaugurated on December 15, 2011, ongoing work persisted until March 2014 to ensure the completion of the project.
In November 2013, Philippe Cinéas, the Secretary of State for Public Works and Transport, announced plans for further expansion and modernization of the airport during a government meeting. This expansion project includes the addition of an extra 600 square meters to the existing 2,400 square meters of the arrival hall. Additionally, the airport lounge will be enriched with approximately twenty shops and restaurants within its expanded 4,000 square meter area.
By December 2013, 18 boarding stations were made available for airlines, marking a significant enhancement in operational capacity and passenger experience.