Logroño–Agoncillo Airport is the

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History

This airport is located near Recajo village in the Agoncillo municipal term. It first opened as a military airport in 1923, when it was known as ''Aeródromo de Recajo''. It changed its name to ''Aeródromo de Agoncillo'' in 1932 when it was used by the

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ceased most of its operations in Recajo and the aerodrome was transformed to an airport for civilian use.

Airlines and destinations

The following airlines operate regular scheduled and charter flights at Logroño Airport:

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References

External links

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