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Guernsey Airport (IATA: GCI, ICAO: EGJB) is the primary airport serving the island of Guernsey. The airport opened in 1939, just before World War II. Over the years, it has undergone several upgrades, including runway extensions and terminal refurbishments, to accommodate modern aircraft and passenger needs. Located in the Channel Islands, which are situated between the United Kingdom and France.The airport's elevation is 102 feet (31 meters) above sea level and is owned and operated by the States of Guernsey. Guernsey Airport has a single asphalt runway (09/27), which is 1,463 meters (4,800 feet) long. This runway supports a mix of small regional jets, turboprops, and general aviation aircraft. The airport has a modern terminal building equipped to handle domestic and international flights. Facilities include check-in counters, security screening, lounges, retail shops, and food and beverage outlets. In addition to commercial operations, the airport supports general aviation, air ambulance services, and occasional military flights.
Guernsey Airport primarily serves regional routes, with flights connecting to destinations in the UK, such as London (Gatwick), Southampton, and Birmingham, as well as nearby Jersey. Aurigny, the airline owned by the States of Guernsey, is the primary carrier operating from the airport. Blue islands is another carrier with its fleet of ATR42 aircraft.
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