Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport facts for kids
Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport is the main international airport for Ljubljana, the capital city of Slovenia. It's also known by its older name, Brnik Airport. An international airport is a large airport that handles flights to and from other countries, connecting people and goods around the world.
The airport is located near a village called Brnik. It's about 24 kilometers (15 miles) northwest of Ljubljana. It's also about 9.5 kilometers (6 miles) east of Kranj, another Slovenian city. The airport officially opened its doors in December 1963. For many years, until September 30, 2019, it was the main base for Adria Airways. This was the biggest airline in Slovenia at the time.
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Airport History and Development
When the Airport Opened
Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport started operating in December 1963. Before this, the city's main airport was much smaller. The new airport was built to handle more flights and bigger airplanes. This helped Slovenia connect better with other countries.
Why the Name Changed
The airport was first known as Brnik Airport. This name came from the nearby village of Brnik. Later, the airport was renamed to honor Jože Pučnik. He was an important Slovenian politician and thinker. Renaming the airport was a way to remember his contributions to Slovenia.
Connecting Slovenia to the World
As an international airport, it plays a big role in Slovenia. It helps people travel for holidays or business. It also helps bring visitors to Slovenia. This supports tourism and trade in the country. The airport is a key gateway for Slovenia to the rest of Europe and beyond.
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Construction site of the airport in 1963
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The airport in 1967
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Passenger terminal in 2007
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Terminal interior
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Aerial view of the airport and its surroundings
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