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Over the next decades, Kansas City International continued to be a destination and a stop for travelers near and far.

It was the heart of the Heart of America – built with pride by the city, for the city. Home to just a handful of carriers at the time, Kansas City’s new airport proudly boasted jumbo jet runways and the world’s first drive-to-your-gate design. The new airport replaced then-named Kansas City Municipal Airport, which served Kansas City from 1927 until it was deemed too small to expand to meet growing demand. 11, Kansas City’s new hometown airport officially opened for business. After a few final finishing touches, at 1:22 a.m. After three days of events, air shows, parties, and exhibits October 21-23, 1972, Kansas City International Airport (MCI) was dedicated by the vice president of the United States, Spiro Agnew.

History of Kansas City International AirportĮvery good story starts with a celebration.