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Frankfurt Airport

Located within the confines of the city, Frankfurt Airport is the busiest airport in Germany. The airport, home to the Star Alliance, is the primary hub for German flag carrier Lufthansa. (Featured image: Tom Boon - Simple Flying)

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Frankfurt Airport

IATA/ICAO Code
FRA/EDDF
Country
Germany
CEO
Stefan Schulte
Passenger Count
24,814,921 (2020)
Runways
07L/25R 2,800m (9,240ft) | 07C/25C 4,000m (13,123ft) | 07R/25L 4,000m (13,123ft) | 18 4,000m (13,123ft)
Terminals
Lufthansa First Class Terminal | Terminal 1 | Terminal 2 | Terminal 3 (Under Construction)

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