RFD Releases February 2014 Passenger Numbers
Strong Performance in Mexico and Florida Markets
Rockford, Ill. – The Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) released traffic statistics for February 2014. Reports show a 6.2 percent increase in traffic over February of 2013 and an overall load factor of 91%. Growth due to Ft. Myers/Punta Gorda service along with strong performance by Apple Vacations to Cancun, Punta Cana and Puerto Vallarta can be attributed to the increase. Year-to-date traffic is up 7.3%.
“RFD’s hassle-free service continues to translate into strong numbers for the airport and valued travel experiences for our passengers,” said Mike Dunn, RFD Executive Director.
Monthly Traffic Statistics
February 2014 – 20,001 Passengers
February 2013 – 18,828 Passengers
Yearly Traffic Statistics
January – February 2014 – 37,715 Passengers
January – February 2013 – 35,141 Passengers
RFD is served by two airlines: Allegiant and Apple Vacations. RFD serves eight non-stop destinations including Cancun, Ft. Myers, Las Vegas, Orlando, Phoenix, Puerto Vallarta, Punta Cana and Tampa Bay. RFD was named the 2013 Primary Airport of the Year by the Illinois Department of Transportation’s Division of Aeronautics. For more information on RFD and flight schedules, visit FlyRFD.com.