The Piedmont Triad Airport in Danville, Virginia is centrally located within the triangle formed by Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill. The airport is serviced by major carriers including American Airlines and Delta Air Lines, as well as regional carriers Allegiant and United Express. In addition to its passenger facilities, the airport also houses a variety of commercial aircraft such as Boeing 737s, Airbus A319s and Embraer 190s. The airport offers convenient access to the region via I-95, I-540 and U.S. Route 29.
Lynchburg Regional Airport (Preston Glenn Field) is a public use airport located two nautical miles (4 km) southwest of the central business district of Danville, a city in Lynchburg County, Virginia, United States. The airport covers an area of 1,000 acres (400 ha) at an elevation of 1,253 feet (387 m) above mean sea level. It has one runway designated 18/36 with an asphalt surface measuring 3,200 by 75 feet (965 x 23 m).
The airport was formerly known as Preston Glenn Field. In 1937 it became the home of the Lynchburg Flying Cadets and in 1941 it was leased to the United States Army Air Forces for use as an advanced training field for pilots preparing for combat in World War II. The airfield was turned over to the Civilian Pilot Training Program in 1946 and was operated by Civilian Pilot Training Air Corps until 1949 when it became a civilian airport. The original terminal building which still stands today was constructed in 1951. The present terminal building opened in 1978.
If you're heading to or from Raleigh-Durham International Airport in Danville, North Carolina, make sure to check out the airport's new arrivals hall. Opened in late 2014, the $120 million facility houses a variety of amenities, including a Starbucks, a bank and a food court.
If you're looking to take a break after your long flight, head to one of the airport's three lounges - each with its own unique atmosphere. You can also find Wi-Fi access and other amenities in the lounges.
If you need to get somewhere fast, take advantage of the airport's numerous shuttle services. You can also hop on the bus for downtown Raleigh.
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