Creation of Reunion Air Assistance
The airport ground services company works with all the airline companies and supplements the services offered by Air France.
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The first plane
The aviator Marcel Goulette accomplished the first air link between metropolitan France and Reunion Island on 26th November 1929.
The first terminal
The first terminal was built near the sea, in the outskirts of the Maperine quarter.
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The Chamber of Commerce airport operator
The government entrusted the running of the airport to the island’s Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Air traffic developed between metropolitan France and Reunion Island, via Madagascar.
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Creation of Air Austral
The Reunion Island company offered medium-haul flights over the Indian Ocean, as well as long-haul flights to metropolitan France from 2003.
The first Boeing
The runway was extended to 2 670 m to allow the landing of four-engined aircraft. The first Air France B 707 landed at Gillot, whose terminal was expanded.
Where to smoke at the airport ?
The terminal is strictly non-smoking in accordance with article L. 3511-7 (Decree n° 2006-1386 of 15 November 2006) setting out the conditions for the application of the ban on smoking in places designated for collective use. It is possible to smoke outside the terminal: on the forecourt and on the Kiss & Fly terrace, which are equipped with ashtrays.
The boarding lounge does not currently have a smoking area. Passengers are advised to make arrangements before boarding.
A smoking area that meets both the expectations of passengers and the requirements of the various applicable regulations is being studied and we thank you in advance for your understanding.
Is there a luggage wrapping service at the airport?
There is no luggage wrapping machine at the airport, it is recommended to protect your luggage at home before arriving at the airport.