Cape Girardeau Regional Airport – CGI Cape Girardeau
Cape Girardeau Regional Airport with code CGI is located in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. The city-owned airport facility is 9km from the city center. It is being used for the purpose of general aviation. Flights going Kentucky and Chicago are subsidized by Essential Air Service. According to the National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems, it falls under Commercial Service Airport but Non-Primary. The airport covers about 557 acres of land at 342 feet sea level. The facility has two runways made from asphalt and concrete. In 2018, the airport is serving at least 80 planes a day and there are 57 aircraft based on the airport.
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The airport was constructed in 1943 by United States Army Air Forces. It was formerly as the Harris Army Training Field. It was used by the army as a training facility for their pilots. During this time, the facility was operated by the Cape Institute of Aeronautics Inc. After a year, the flying school was closed down and the control of the airfield was turned over to the local government. Charleston and Dexter are some cities surrounding the airport.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Candlewood Suites Cape Girardeau is only 5 miles away from the airport. The facility is offering pool, wifi, and suites with kitchen. Definitely this lodging offers comfort for travelers. Comfort Suites Jackson- Cape Girardeau is about 9 miles away. It has an indoor pool and offers guests complimentary breakfasts. The Auburn Place Hotel and Suites is less than 15 minutes away with indoor pool and recreation area.
Malden Regional Airport (MAW) and Poplar Bluff Municipal Airport (POF) are also airfield facilities within close proximity.
