Martha's Vineyard Airport, situated at the geographical center of the Island, was originally constructed by the Navy as a training field for pilots during World War II. The airport was transferred to Dukes County for the purpose of operating a civilian airport in 1959. Today it is one of the 10 busiest airports in New England. It welcomes more than 300,000 passengers a year at its modern terminal.
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The Airport Commission is responsible for the care and management of the one square mile of land upon which the airport is located. The main responsibilities include updating airport facilities & equipment to assure that the airport continues to provide a safe, reliable and efficient travel option to the public. The one-mile-square airport also embraces a business park that is home to more than 75 companies.
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You can find more information at the Airport's website. Â
You can contact the Martha's Vineyard Airport Commission via email: mvac@mvyairport.com
