Detroit Metropolitan Airport
The Detroit Metropolitan Airport is currently the 19th largest airport in North America, determined by the number of passengers the airport had in 2015. In terms of aircraft operations from 2015, it is 32nd in the World and 18th in North America.
- 6 runways and 2 passenger terminals
- 33,440,112 passengers (2015)
- 140 non-stop passenger destinations
- 18,000 badged personnel
- $10.2 billion annual economic impact
Source: Metroairport.com
International Business
The Aerotropolis is home to two airports: the world-class Detroit Metro Airport that provides international non-stop daily flights, and Willow Run Airport, an international cargo airport.
With DTW offering several daily non-stop flights locations in China and Japan, as well as additional connections to routes throughout Asia, Southeast Michigan is proudly home to dozens of Asian-owned companies, especially in our manufacturing and IT industries. Additionally, the Asian Pacific American Chamber of Commerce’s nationwide headquarters is located in Livonia, MI, just minutes from the Aerotropolis.
Willow Run Airport
The Willow Run Airport is one of the largest international cargo airports in the Unites States. The airport boasts four runways, including cross wind runways and an ILS all-weather runway. There are also 24-hour Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) tower operations and 24-hour US Customs Service Monday-Friday.
- 200 million pounds of cargo transported
- $123 million economic impact
- Brings 950 jobs to the region
History
Willow Run was developed in 1941 by Charles Lindbergh and Henry Ford, who built a bomber facility on a portion of the 2,600 acres. During World War II, it was used to manufacture the “Liberator” bombers. After WWII, Willow run was transformed into a passenger terminal and in 1947 The University of Michigan purchased it. In 1966, Willow Run was converted to a cargo, executive aviation, and general aviation airport. The University of Michigan sold the airport to Wayne County in 1977 and it is now one of the largest cargo airports in the country (Willowrunairport.com).
