Tag: Airport

Should You Buy a Home Near an Airport?

On occasion you may find yourself in a new home and become increasingly aware of the annoying buzz that occurs around the same times each day, growing louder and then softer. Unfortunately you may realize…

The Latest Long Island MacArthur Airport Developments

1. Declining Figures: Long Island MacArthur Airport, owned by the Town of Islip, has, since its inception, been caught in a vicious cycle. Airlines have long been reluctant to provide service because of a lack…

Jamaica’s New International Airport – Why Name It In Honour Of An Englishman?

To say I was shaken by the news of the opening of another international airport in Jamaica would be an exaggeration. But my interest was certainly stirred when I noticed that it was not named…

The History of Republic Airport

1. Farmingdale’s Aviation Origins: Located in Farmingdale, Long Island, Republic Airport is an historically significant airfield to the region and the world, having played both military and civilian roles. But long before it became an…