Brief History of LaGuardia Airport
LaGuardia Airport (LGA) was named after Fiorello H. La Guardia, the mayor of New York City from 1934 to 1945, who was instrumental in the development of the airport. The airport was originally built on a former garbage dump and was designed to be a regional airport serving the New York City metropolitan area.
LaGuardia airport has undergone several renovations and expansions over the years. For example, a significant redevelopment project that is currently underway at the airport is expected to cost around $8 billion. This project includes the construction of new terminals, and the expansion of existing terminals, in addition to developing new infrastructure and amenities.
According to data from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), LaGuardia Airport handled approximately 30 million passengers in 2019. This number includes both domestic and international passengers. It is a hub for American Airlines and a focus city for Delta Air Lines, but it also serves a variety of domestic and international airlines.







