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    General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport

    New England's primary international gateway serving as a major hub with steadily improving on-time performance despite increasing air traffic.

    IATA Code:BOS
    General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport logo
    US Airport Illustration
    Watch Tower

    Overview of the Airport

    Logan International Airport (BOS) is located mostly in East Boston and partially in Winthrop, Massachusetts. It serves as the main international gateway for New England with 4 passenger terminals and 5 primary runways.

    42.36306, -71.00639

    29.1M
    Passenger Traffic
    375.8K
    Cargo Throughput

    Growth Trend

    Passenger traffic increased by 0.9% year-over-year through August 2025 with cancellation rates dropping 38% since 2022.

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    Employment

    16,000

    Workers across airlines, ground services, air traffic control, and airport operations managed by Massport.

    Airport Asset

    Global Ranking

    16th largest airport in the US by passenger traffic with nearly 41 million passengers in 2018.
    285K
    Aircraft Movements

    Market Share of Major Airlines

    Capacity Expansion

    Current runway projects and terminal improvements are enhancing operational efficiency to handle increasing traffic volumes.

    Capacity Expansion

    Technological Advancements

    Implementation of advanced airfield management systems and coordination with FAA partners improves aircraft movement efficiency.

    Technological Advancements

    Sustainability Initiatives

    Adoption of sustainable aviation practices and green building standards aligns with Massachusetts environmental goals.

    Sustainability Initiatives

    Recommendations

    Policy Alignment

    Coordinate with federal aviation authorities to maintain operational excellence while addressing air traffic controller staffing challenges.

    Infrastructure Investment

    Prioritize runway and terminal modernization projects to maintain competitive performance against other Northeast corridor airports.

    Sustainability Focus

    Accelerate sustainable aviation fuel adoption and carbon reduction initiatives to meet regional environmental standards.