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South Bend Regional Airport

South Bend Regional Airport serves over 1,000,000 travelers annually by offering Air, Rail and Bus service to destinations around the world. In addition to its status as the area's transportation center, South Bend Airport is also an important component of the economy of the region. In 1993 it is estimated that the economic impact of S. B. R. A. to the area was over $238,000,000. The annual operating budget of the St. Joseph County Airport Authority which owns and operates the center is approximately 4.0 million dollars. Annual Capital Expenditures by the Authority and the airport tenants exceed $6,000,000.

Journeying toward tomorrow
With the completion in 1994 of a 4.5 million dollar major terminal expansion project, South Bend Regional Airport stands poised and ready to soar into the 21st Century. This exciting renovation project assures improved passenger comfort and increased space which will accommodate even more airlines in the years to come. Spacious new waiting areas, attractive lighting, and comfortable seating are among the renovations you'll enjoy throughout the terminal. Of special architectural interest are the barrel vault skylights and the second floor atrium which provides a breathtaking view of the airfield. The upper level of the terminal is scheduled to house a museum containing artifacts from the area's rich aviation history.

Expanding your horizons
South Bend Regional Airport is the only airport in the United States to have developed a multi-modal transportation center offering air, intercity rail and interstate bus service all at one convenient location. At South Bend Regional, passengers have the option of traveling on any one of ten major airlines that offer connections to destinations around the world through nine hub cities: Chicago, Cleveland, Cincinnati, Detroit, St. Louis, Pittsburgh. In 1994, a new airline joint venture brought international airline service to the airport for the first time. For passengers traveling by bus, South Bend Regional Airport serves as an intercity bus terminal for the South Bend area offering Central Greyhound, Indiana Highways, and ABC Coach Lines service. United Limo, Inc., a commuter limousine service, provides service to Chicago, while the Transpo city bus line offers convenient transportation to destinations in and around the South Bend area. To complete the transportation picture, the South Shore inter-urban electric rail line moved its operations to the airport in 1992. The South Shore connects the South Bend airport with cities throughout northwestern Indiana, with a final destination of downtown Chicago, Illinois. This service not only provides convenient rail transportation for local commuters, it draws "train-to-plane" passengers to the airport from the surrounding communities in northwestern Indiana.

Anticipating your every travel need
While visiting South Bend Regional Airport, we encourage you to stop by our airport gift shop which offers an assortment of memorable souvenirs as well as sweatshirts and gift items featuring the logos of your favorite area schools such as the University of Notre Dame, Indiana University and Purdue University. Relax in the casual atmosphere of the airport lounge. Stop by for a snack or a meal at the restaurant or visit the airport candy store for a tempting treat. Whatever your tastes, the shops and restaurants at South Bend Regional Airport are committed to providing for your every need, assuring that you have an enjoyable travel experience. To make your connections as smooth and hassle-free as possible, the airport has a travel agency * and several rental car agencies conveniently located right in the terminal. Several cab and limo companies also provide transportation to and from the airport. To help you keep in touch with important business and personal contacts, the airport also has several telephone stations featuring modem / T. D. D. services as well as a public fax machine within easy reach. In addition, low cost parking and well-lit parking areas are located within easy walking distance of the terminal. All of our facilities and passenger areas are clean, comfortable and handicapped accessible. South Bend Regional Airport is also home to Corporate Wings, the local general aviation provider. Corporate Wings, which is located in a beautiful facility just north of the airport terminal, offers aircraft servicing, aircraft storage and charter flights. For those who dream of learning to fly, Corporate Wings provides flight instruction by certified flight instructors.

Moving with the times
With the same sense of mission that marked the early pioneers of aviation, South Bend Regional Airport has charted a course throughout its rich and varied history that has distinguished it as a valuable and enduring community resource. Today, more than sixty years after Vincent Bendix envisioned a municipal airport, the people at South Bend Regional Airport are committed to serving our passengers and the community well into the future.