Orly Airport
Orly Airport (IATA: ORY, ICAO: LFPO), also known as Paris-Orly Airport, is one of the two major international airports serving Paris, the capital of France. Here are key details about Orly Airport:
History
- Foundation: Orly was first opened in 1932 as a secondary airport to Le Bourget Airport. Initially, it was known as Villeneuve-Orly Airport.
- World War II: During WWII, the airport was used by the German Luftwaffe. After the war, it was repaired and expanded.
- Post-War Development: The 1950s and 1960s saw significant development at Orly, making it one of the busiest airports in the world at the time. It was the primary hub for international flights to and from Paris until the opening of Charles de Gaulle Airport in 1974.
- Terminal Construction: In the 1970s, Orly was equipped with new terminals, with Terminal Sud (South Terminal) opening in 1961 and Terminal Ouest (West Terminal) in 1971.
Location and Facilities
- Location: Orly Airport is located approximately 13 kilometers south of Paris, in the department of Val-de-Marne.
- Terminals: Currently, Orly has two main terminals:
- Terminal 1 (previously Terminal South)
- Terminal 4 (previously Terminal West), which includes sub-terminals 4A, 4B, and 4C.
- Runways: The airport has three parallel runways, two of which are used for commercial operations.
- Capacity: It can handle up to 32 million passengers per year, although its current traffic is less than that due to the shift of many international flights to Charles de Gaulle.
Operations
- Airlines: Orly serves as a hub for several airlines including Air France (especially its low-cost subsidiary Transavia France), easyJet, and Vueling.
- Destinations: It offers flights primarily to domestic French destinations, North Africa, and Southern Europe, with some long-haul flights to North America and the Caribbean.
- Connectivity: Orly is well-connected to Paris via the Orlyval automatic shuttle, RER B trains, buses, and road transport.
Modern Developments
- Renovations: In recent years, Orly has undergone significant renovations to modernize facilities, improve passenger experience, and reduce environmental impact.
- Environmental Initiatives: Efforts include the implementation of solar panels, noise reduction measures, and energy-efficient systems.
- Future Plans: There are plans to integrate Orly into a larger transport network with high-speed rail connections and potential expansion to accommodate future growth.
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