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Recent News
Updated Mar 14, 2026Cleveland Hopkins International Airport is kicking off 2026 with exciting new flight options that make traveling easier and more connected than ever. JetBlue is adding daily nonstop service to enhance the airport's route network.
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport recorded 635,599 passengers in January 2026, a 6.5 percent decrease compared to January of last year. Late-month winter weather contributed to the decline in passenger traffic.
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport launched TSA PreCheck Touchless ID service in spring 2026, allowing travelers enrolled in TSA PreCheck to experience faster and more convenient security screening. The technology uses facial recognition for expedited processing.
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport reopened its food pantry on March 4, 2026 to support federal partners during the ongoing government shutdown. The airport is accepting food pantry donations to support federal employees working without pay while maintaining normal operations.
Airport Profile
Key Financial Data (FY 2024)
Enplaned Passengers (FAA CATS)
Cost per Enplanement (CPE)
Revenue
Expense
Ratemaking Overview
Settlement & True-Up
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Landing Fee Methodology
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Terminal Rental Rate
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Common Use & Gate Allocation
Additional Bonds Test
Trustee must receive written report of Airport Consultant that projected Airport Revenues, together with Other Available Funds, less projected Operating Expenses during each of the five complete Fiscal Years immediately following issuance, are at least equal to 125% of Bond service charges on all outstanding Revenue Bonds including Additional Revenue Bonds proposed to be issued. Exceptions: (i) historical test - Director of Finance certifies Airport Revenues plus Other Available Funds less Operating Expenses for 12 of past 18 months or most recent audited FY are at least 125% of Bond service charges in each of 3 complete FYs following issuance; (ii) refunding bonds meeting savings or debt service tests; (iii) completion bonds not exceeding 10% of total project cost. Subject to MII approval under Use Agreements.
Rate Covenant
Airport Revenues, together with Other Available Funds, less Operating Expenses, at least equal to 125% of the amount maturing and becoming due in such Fiscal Year for the payment of principal of and interest on all Outstanding Revenue Bonds
Flow of Funds
All Airport Revenues deposited to Trustee in Revenue Fund. Monthly transfers: First to Bond Service Fund (debt service + Hedge Agreement payments); Second to Bond Service Reserve Fund (maximum annual debt service); Third to Operating and Maintenance Fund (O&M expenses + working capital); Fourth to Subordinated Debt Service Fund; Fifth to General Obligation Debt Service Fund; Sixth to Renewal and Replacement Fund (greater of 2% of par or $5M); Seventh to Airport Development Fund (up to $12M annually to Airport Account and Airline Account)
Source Documents
Official Statements
Financial Statements
Source: FAA CATS Form 5100-127, DOT T-100 Market Data, Airport Official Statements · Hub classification: FAA CY 2024 Enplanement Data · Prepared by DWU Consulting