Making history: Aberdeen International Airport celebrates 90th year

Passengers and former colleagues are being asked to share their stories of Aberdeen International Airport as it prepares for its 90th anniversary.

The largest transport hub in northern Scotland has been at the heart of the community since it began operations in July 1934, when Lord Arbuthnott officially opened it.

Several celebrations are planned for throughout the year, and the the Granite city’s airport is asking former colleagues and passengers to share their stories of their time working at the airport.

To kick off celebrations a special 90th logo was commissioned for use throughout the year.

Operations director, Mark Beveridge,said: “We know the city and airport have both changed so much in the last 90 years. As the current custodians of the airport it feels right that we look to reflect and celebrate the impact the airport has had.

“We want as many former colleagues to get in touch and for passengers to share their stories throughout the years. This will help us as we look to plan some celebration events for later in the year.”

Aberdeen International Airport was founded by Eric Gander Dower who was dubbed “Father of Aberdeen Airport” in press cuttings in 1934 when he welcomed then UK Prime Minister, Ramsay MacDonald, to the airport.

Anyone wishing to get in touch and share their stories is asked to e-mail community@aiairport.com