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Reno-Tahoe International Airport company history timeline

1929

Reno-Tahoe International Airport was built in 1929, originally named Hubbard Field, after Eddie Hubbard, VP and Operations Manager of Boeing Air Transport.

1951

In 1951 the air base was renamed Stead Army Airbase in honor of Croston Stead, who dies while engaging in a mock dog fight in his P-51 Mustang.

1963

In 1963 the air base was set to close, along with 25 other military bases throughout the country.

1966

In 1966 the Stead Army Airbase was transferred to the City of Reno, and in June of 1966 it began operating as Reno-Stead Airport.

1994

The airport was named Reno-Tahoe International Airport in 1994, with the terminal building named after United States Senator Howard.

2003

Reno-Tahoe International Airport was proud to celebrate 75 Years of Service in November 2003.

2005

In July 2005 the name was changed to Reno-Tahoe Airport Authority.

2016

Reno, NV USA - Reno Tahoe International Airport (RNO) History - 3/3/2016

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