Aalborg Airport ( da, Aalborg Lufthavn) is a dual-use (civilian/military) airport located in Nørresundby,

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, which is northwest of

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Facilities

The airport is at an elevation of above mean sea level. It has two runways: 08L/26R is and 08R/26L is .

Airlines and destinations

The following airlines operate regular scheduled and charter flights at the airport:

Other facilities

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has its head office in the North Flying Terminal at Aalborg Airport.

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had its headquarters at the airport as well.

History

Aalborg Airport was opened in 1938 as the second national airport. During

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, Aalborg was occupied and used by the

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. The 3rd and 5th squadrons of '' Bordfliegergruppe 196'' (Embarked Air Group 196) as well as the group's staff unit, used Aalborg as a base for maritime reconnaissance flights and detachments serving aboard German Navy surface combatants. The present terminal building is from 2001. The airport was enlarged during 2007 and 2013, increasing the terminal size and number of gates.

Statistics

Ground transport

Train

The airport is served by

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on the Aalborg Airport railway line. The trains go to Copenhagen Central Station with stop at three places inside Aalborg and at several cities along the route. The station started operation on 13 December 2020.

Bus

City buses also go from the airport.

References

External links

* Aalborg Airport official site
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