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Amsterdam Schiphol airport (AMS) is one of the so-called 'Big Four' airports of Europe. It is ranked #4 in number of passenger movements (49.755.252 for 2011), #3 in cargo and ranked #2 in transit passengers. The airport has 6 runways and has one large terminal avoiding the hassle of transferring between terminals.
The airport has an underground railway station with frequent trains into the city of Amsterdam and direct connections to many major cities in the Netherlands. Also high-speed trains to Brussels, Paris and Germany are serving the airport.
Skytrax ranked AMS as a 4-star airport and is very popular as port of entry for US citizens to the continent; Delta airlines has its European hub in Amsterdam, together with KLM. Both airlines serve many destinations in the US.
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In what country is the Schiphol Airport situated?
The Schiphol Airport is located in Amsterdam. The Schiphol Airport is owned by the Schiphol Group and is a hub for airlines such as KLM, Delta, and Martinair.
What is Schiphol's IATA airport code?
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol: AMS
Which city is served by Schiphol Airport?
Schiphol Airport serves Amsterdam in The Netherlands.
When was Amsterdam Airport Schiphol created?
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol was created in 1916.
What is the name of the international airport in holland?
Amsterdam - Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS).
What is the floor area of Schiphol Airport?
The floor area of the Schiphol airport is approximately 22.100 m2.
What is the international airport of Amsterdam?
You are referring to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS / EHAM). It is located 20 minutes southwest of Amsterdam, in the municipality of Haarlemmermeer.
What are the names of the airports in the Netherlands?
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS).
Do they have an airport in Amsterdam?
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. This is the official name in English, based on the Dutch word order. In English, the wording we'd normally use would be "Amsterdam Schiphol Airport". Schiphol means "Ship's Grave". The airport is located on the bed of a drained lake. Schiphol Lake used to be shallow and notorious for shipwrecks, which is where it's name coems from.
What is NLAMSA Netherlands?
NL = Netherlands AM = Amsterdam SA = Schiphol Airport
What is KLM's main hub airport?
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
What sinking ships led to the Schiphol Airport name?
The Schiphol Airport's name is derived from its past. An inland sea was once in its place, and strong winds would cause ships to sink. Thus, the airport was named Schiphol or "Ship's Nightmare".
