Midland International Air and Space Port – MAF Midland
Formerly called Midland International Airport, Midland International Air and Space Port is situated at the city limits of Midland, Texas. The airport currently serves Western Texas and Eastern New Mexico and is being operated by the city of Midland, Texas. There are three aircraft, one of which is Southwest Airlines, which is the largest aircraft career of the airport, are serving Midland Airport. In 2014, the airport gained recognition as the first US facility to gain a license to cater to both airline flights and commercial spaceflight by the Federal Aviation Administration.
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Samuel Addison Sloan constructed the airport in 1927. During that time, the airport was named after Sloan, calling it Sloan Field. In the 1940s, the city of Midland promoted the airfield for the training base for the US military and was granted the following year. After World War II, the airport converted to commercial use, and by 1960, a new passenger terminal was added. It was in the 1970s when the city experienced an "oil boom," leading to economic growth and an increase in flight operations. With the rising influx of passengers traveling to and from Midland, as well as Big Spring and Garden City, the facilities and services of the airport were upgraded during the 1990s.
On this page it is easy to search for Midland, TX airport hotels, we have listed hotels, airport motels,
resorts, inns in order of proximity, closest airport lodging options are listed first. Midland, TX, United States (MAF-Midland Intl.) airport
area map also gives you guidance on the distance of these hotels from the MAF airport.
Most of these MAF
hotels are designed to serve frequent travelers. If you are on business trip or family vacation or if your flight is delayed
and you need an overnight stay near the airport. Some of these Midland, TX
motels have passenger pick up or free airport shuttle service which you can take advantage of.
Some of the main attractions in the area around the MAF airport are Lakeside Park, Big Spring Municipal Auditorium, and I-20 Wildlife Preserve and Jenna Welch Nature Study Center.
Map of Midland, TX Hotels
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Weather Forecast for Midland, TX, United States (MAF-Midland Intl.)
If you planning to travel to Midland, TX, United States (MAF-Midland Intl.), here is your 6-day travel weather forecast to make sure you have all the essentials needed during your stay.
Start your day when the sunrises at 11:48 AM.
The temperature feels like 68.55 with a humidity level of 61 so dress accordingly.
Cloud coverage is 12 percent with visibility at 12.3 percent.
Today’s UV index is 8, don’t forget the sunscreen if you need it!
Today’s winds are traveling west-southwest at a speed of 5 MPH. At the end of the day don’t miss the sunset at 1:40 AM.
Fahrenheit / Celsius
Today
5/17
Few clouds
70°F
High: 85°F
Low: 62°F
Precipitation: 0%
Saturday
5/18
Few clouds
80°F
High: 98°F
Low: 70°F
Precipitation: 0%
Sunday
5/19
Few clouds
86°F
High: 101°F
Low: 71°F
Precipitation: 0%
Monday
5/20
Few clouds
87°F
High: 102°F
Low: 71°F
Precipitation: 0%
Tuesday
5/21
Scattered clouds
86°F
High: 98°F
Low: 65°F
Precipitation: 0%
Wednesday
5/22
Scattered clouds
77°F
High: 87°F
Low: 67°F
Precipitation: 0%
FAQs
What are the most common amenities for Midland, TX MAF airport hotels?
Airport hotels have useful amenities for frequent travelers like free MAF airport shuttle service, 24 hour in-room dinning,
late check-in and check-out and free breakfast. For business traveler amenities like
free wifi and meeting rooms are helpful. Most common amenities are Vending Machines, Complimentary Breakfast
and Complimentary Breakfast.
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