1. Introduction
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) is a major public airport serving Birmingham, Alabama, and the surrounding regions. It is a key transportation hub in the southeastern United States.
2. Location
The airport is centrally located in Birmingham, Alabama, approximately five miles northeast of downtown Birmingham. Its convenient location makes it easily accessible to travelers from across the state and beyond.
3. History
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport has a rich history dating back to its establishment in 1931. It was originally named Birmingham Municipal Airport. In 2008, the airport was renamed in honor of Reverend Fred Shuttlesworth, a prominent civil rights leader who played a significant role in the struggle for civil rights in Birmingham.
4. Facilities
The airport features a modern terminal complex with a range of passenger services and amenities, including shops, restaurants, and car rental facilities.
5. Airlines and Destinations
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport is served by several major airlines, offering domestic and limited international flights to various destinations. Airlines such as Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines, and American Airlines operate from the airport, connecting passengers to cities across the United States.
| 5900 Airport Hwy, Birmingham, AL 35212. |
| Identifier BHM. |
| Contact: Carol Windham. |
| Phone: 205-595-0533. |
| Fax: 205-592-4827. |
| E-Mail: cwindham@bhamintlairport.com. |
| www.bhamintlairport.com |
| Air Service: |
| Total carriers: 11 |
| All-Cargo: 3 |
| Warehouse Space: 320,000 s.f. |
| Occupied: 75 percent |
| Foreign Trade Zone: Yes |
| U.S. Customs: Yes |
| USDA Inspector: Yes |
| Freight Forwarders: 1 |
| Traffic and Tonnage: |
| Total ’00 Tonnage 44,897 tons, +3.8 percent. |
| Total ’00 Aircraft Movements 153,917, -0.7 percent. |
| Distance to Connecting Transportation (miles): |
| Rail Terminal: 5 |
| Ocean Port: 270 |
| Interstate Hwy: 1, |
| Truck Terminal: 10, |
| Inland Waterway Port: 30 |