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  Greater Rochester International Airport - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Greater Rochester International Airport (IATA: ROC, ICAO: KROC) is a public airport located 3 miles (5 km) southwest of Rochester, New York.
On January 1, 1948, the Greater Rochester International Airport, entered a new era, as Monroe County took possession and control of the airport.
While the airport terminal is in operation 24 hours a day, airport ticket counters are opened based on the individual flight plans of the various airlines.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Greater_Rochester_International_Airport   (482 words)

  
 Greater Rochester International Airport   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
The Greater Rochester International Airport, always the most convenient place to fly from, is now better than ever with more competitive fares and easy on-site parking.
GRIA is often the first impression many business travelers get of the Rochester area.
There are two Coloramas at GRIA, one at the head of concourse A and the other at the head of concourse B. Dioramas: Smaller than the coloramas, the back-lit units are placed throughout the airport terminal.
www.rocairport.com   (709 words)

  
 NYSERDA - Press Release - Greater Rochester Airport - 3/3/03
To highlight the project, GRIA will open a website, www.rocenergysavings.com, and kiosk to provide an overview of the project for business and institutions interested in CHP.
GRIA is expected to save approximately $334,000 in annual energy costs.
Hot water heat recovered from the Cogeneration units is used to heat the airport in winter, but through a special mechanism known as an absorption chiller, it also provides the conditioning requirements in the summer.
www.nyserda.org /Press_Releases/press_archives/2003/03_03_03.asp   (824 words)

  
 Greater Rochester International Airport Rochester, New York (Airports)
The GRIA boasts a two-story terminal, enclosed parking garage, and two-level roadway with separate avenues for arrivals and departures.
It is a medium hub airport which handles 220 flights per day to 19 cities (22 airports) and serves more than 2.5 million passengers annually.
The airport is located four miles south of Rochester and twelve miles south of Lake Ontario.
www.ohwy.com /ny/r/roc.htm   (132 words)

  
 RIT | International Student Services | New Students | Pre-Arrival
Rochester is served by Greyhound bus line and Amtrak.
The Greater Rochester International Airport is served by most major airlines, including USAir, United, Delta, and others.
RIT's main campus is five miles from both the airport and the New York State Thruway (Interstate 90), exit 46.
www.rit.edu /~iss/newstudents_prearrival_gettoRIT.php3   (276 words)

  
 RIT - NTID - Prospective Students - Visiting - Directions to RIT/NTID
RIT's campus is five miles from both the Greater Rochester International Airport and the New York State Thruway (Interstate 90), exit 46.
Rochester is served by Greyhound and Trailways bus lines and Amtrak.
The Greater Rochester International Airport is served by most major airlines, including USAirways, United, Delta, American, and others.
www.ntid.rit.edu /prospective/directions.php   (293 words)

  
 Hyatt Regency Rochester: Rochester, NY
The Hyatt Regency Rochester is a 336-room, 25-story convention hotel in the heart of downtown Rochester, connected to the Rochester Riverside Convention Center.
Located in downtown Rochester, the Hyatt Regency is connected to the Rochester Riverside Convention Center by an enclosed skywalk.
International Museum of Photography and Film combining the treasures of the world's leading museum of photography and film with the stately pleasures of the landmark 50-room Colonial Revival Mansion.
www.byrate.com /property_info/w0q60/Rochester/NY/US/Hyatt_Regency_Rochester   (846 words)

  
 SCHUMER: GREATER ROCHESTER INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT TO GET $3.5 MILLION IN FEDERAL FUNDS
The nicer the Greater Rochester airport is, the more people that will want to fly in and out of it.
It is a medium hub airport which handles 220 flights per day to 19 cities (22 airports) and serves more than 2.5 million passengers annually, and houses the operations of 16 air transportation providers.
The airport is located four miles southwest of the City of Rochester and 12 miles south of Lake Ontario, one of the smallest of the Great Lakes.
www.senate.gov /~schumer/SchumerWebsite/pressroom/press_releases/PR02013.html   (352 words)

  
 R News: As It Happens, Where It Happens
Rochester police say a man who was beaten last week has died from his injuries.
Rochester has its first case of the rare eye fungus that led Bausch and Lomb to pull its Renu with Moistureloc contact lens solution from store shelves.
Rochester Police responded to a car crash Saturday morning, which was believed to have been caused by a man who ran from police.
www.rnews.com /Story_2004.cfm?ID=34173&rnews_story_type=18   (1998 words)

  
 Globalization @ Globalists.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
The International Monetary Fund defines globalization as “the growing economic interdependence of countries worldwide through increasing volume and variety of cross-border transactions in goods and services, free international capital flows, and more rapid and widespread diffusion of technology”.
Critics of international investment contend that by accepting these financial schemes a country loses its economic sovereignty and may be forced to set policies that are contrary to its citizen's interests or desires.
Also, many note that such features, including the increase in international trade and the greater role of multinational corporations, are not as deeply established as they may appear.
www.globalists.com   (5737 words)

  
 U.S. Newswire : Release : Greater Rochester International Airport to Test New Explosive Trace Detection Technology   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
On Monday, June 21, 2004, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) will introduce air travelers at the Greater Rochester International Airport (GRIA) to an Explosive Trace Detection Portal at one of the passenger security checkpoint, representing the second time TSA has deployed this state-of-the- art explosive trace detection (ETD) technology in an airport environment.
Last week T.F. Green State Airport in Providence, RI was the first of five airports to begin testing this technology.
GRIA will be the second of five airports to participate in the pilot program and serve as a test site for this emerging technology.
releases.usnewswire.com /printing.asp?id=32214   (321 words)

  
 Malcolm Pirnie - Locations- ROCHESTER Office   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
Leaving the airport parking lot take a right hand turn at the traffic light; travel straight ahead and the Holiday Inn is on the right hand side.
Courtesy shuttle service is provided to and from the Greater Rochester International Airport.
Heading from I-390 North and from the Rochester International Airport follow signs to I-490 East.
www.pirnie.com /PirnieOffices/Office-ROC.htm   (272 words)

  
 Democrat & Chronicle: Rochester area prepares for war by tightening security   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
Airport director Terrance Slaybaugh said air travelers still need to arrive at least 75 minutes early to clear security at the airport.
Slaybaugh said the county has opted to use Pinkerton security guards, not sheriff’s deputies, at the roadblocks because of “manpower, staffing availability, cost.” A deputy is to be stationed with the guards while roadblocks are active, he said.
Thursday at the Greater Rochester Chapter of the American Red Cross, 50 Prince St. To reserve a place, call (585) 241-4481.
www.democratandchronicle.com /news/extra/iraq_war/0319story3_news.shtml   (894 words)

  
 Rochester, New York hotel near Strong Museum - Comfort Inn 14624, NY404
Located off Interstate 390 and Interstate 490, this Rochester hotel is minutes from many exhibits of the past featured at the Susan B. Anthony House, the International Museum of Photography and Film at the George Eastman House and the Rochester Museum and Science Center featuring the Strasenburgh Planetarium and Cumming Nature Center.
Rochester's beautiful parks, many festivals, beaches, picturesque wine country, canals and waterways provide a wide range of sightseeing and recreational opportunities for all to enjoy every season of the year.
Whether you are visiting Rochester for business or pleasure, there is plenty to see and do in the world's image center.
www.choicehotels.com /ires/en-US/hotel/NY404   (340 words)

  
 SCHUMER, CLINTON SECURE $1.25 MILLION FOR GREATER ROCHESTER INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
"You don’t need a degree in airport management to know that the more incentives you offer carriers, the more likely they are to bring service to the region," Schumer said.
"Any opportunity we have to improve access to the Greater Rochester area is great news because more flights and better service simply means more jobs and more opportunities for the region.
The Greater Rochester International Airport will use the funds to extend its runway to allow for more planes to utilize their facility.
www.senate.gov /member/ny/schumer/general/SchumerWebsite/pressroom/press_releases/2004/PR03063.RochAirport112204.html   (230 words)

  
 Rochester
Rochester is easily accessible from anywhere and easy to get around once here.
The Greater Rochester International Airport features a modern, convenient terminal; enclosed parking garage; and hundreds of flights daily by major airlines www.rocairport.com.
Rochester-area taxicabs can be found waiting for passengers at the airport, bus station, and train terminal.
www.visitrochester.com /VisitRochester/index.cfm?action=Getting   (250 words)

  
 HillaryClinton.com - Press Releases - View Release
The federal dollars come from an Airport Improvement grant and will be used for runway safety and improvement at the airport.
"Rochester airport's passenger growth is a good sign for the local economy and these improvements will only make the airport safer, easier to use, and an engine for more job creation," Schumer said.
I am pleased that we can continue to support the airport with this federal funding because more flights mean better economic opportunities for communities." These federal grants fall under the Airport Improvement Program (AIP).
www.hillaryclinton.com /press/view/Default.aspx?id=276   (211 words)

  
 SCHUMER, CLINTON: FEDERAL FUNDS FOR GREATER ROCHESTER INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT CLEARS KEY SENATE HURDLE
US Senators Charles E. Schumer and Hillary Rodham Clinton today announced that the Senate Appropriations Committee approved Greater Rochester International Airport to be given priority consideration for federal funds in the 2005 Senate Transportation, Treasury, and Appropriations Bill.
I hope that we can bring some additional funding to the Rochester International Airport for tourists, businesses and residents alike," Senator Clinton said.
If given funds, the Greater Rochester International Airport would extend their runway to allow for more planes to utilize their facility.
schumer.senate.gov /SchumerWebsite/pressroom/press_releases/2004/PR0318.RochAirportApprop091604.html   (239 words)

  
 TSA | Transportation Security Administration | Transportation Security Administration Awards Contracts for Private ...
These five airports are participating in a federal pilot program allowing private companies to provide passenger and baggage screening as specified in the Aviation and Transportation Security Act of 2001.
For Kansas City International Airport a one-year contract for up to $28 million was awarded to ITS of Cleveland OH.
For Greater Rochester International Airport a one-year contract for up to $7.9 million was awarded to McNeil Technologies of Springfield VA.
www.tsa.gov /public/display?theme=44&content=0900051980003736   (613 words)

  
 Greater Rochester International Airport
Greater Rochester International Airport is one of more than 400 airport car rental locations offered by priceline.
Greater Rochester International Airport is located in Rochester, New York.
With priceline, driving to your favorite New York destination from Greater Rochester International Airport is a simple mouse-click away.
rentalcars.priceline.com /car-rentals/greater-rochester-international-airport.html   (162 words)

  
 Rochester Airport Marriott: Hotel specials, rates and availability in Rochester   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
Areas of the hotel will undergo renovations from 1/9/06 until 12/31/06 with minimal guest disturbance Whether you're traveling for business, pleasure or planning a meeting, the Rochester Airport Marriott focuses on what it takes to make your trip a successful one.
We are conveniently located only 6 minutes from the Greater Rochester International Airport, and complimentary airport shuttle service is available.
Downtown Rochester is a short 10 minute drive from the hotel.
marriott.com /property/propertypage.mi?marshaCode=ROCAP   (228 words)

  
 Blue Angels Will Fly At Airshow   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
The weather may be cold and windy now, but you can look forward to summer and the annual air show as the Greater Rochester International Airport.
Monroe County was considering canceling the air show this year if a big-name flying team like the Blue Angels hadn't agreed to be a part of the performance in the sky.
The air show will be held July 17th and 18th at the Greater Rochester International Airport.
www.rnews.com /print.cfm?id=15688   (176 words)

  
 AirTran Airways :: AirTran Airways Launches New Nonstop Service Between Rochester and Boston   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
Rochester will be the seventh nonstop destination served by the airline from Boston.
The airline's hub is at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, where it is the second largest carrier.
Airport Passenger Facility Charges of up to $18 are not included.
sev.prnewswire.com /airlines-aviation/20060328/NYTU04128032006-1.html   (622 words)

  
 COMIDA - County of Monroe Industrial Development Agency
Monroe County and the City of Rochester are located on the south shore of Lake Ontario, in the Finger Lakes Region of Upstate New York.
The area (663.21 square miles) is accessible through the Greater Rochester International Airport, Amtrak and Conrail, the New York State Thruway, and the New York State Erie Canal.
More than 140 different types of festivals and art shows such as the Lilac Festival in May, the Rochester International Jazz Festival in June, Corn Hill Arts Festival in July, the Park Avenue Festival in August, and the Clothesline Art Festival in September, and the High Falls Film Festival in the fall.
www.growmonroe.org /about_monroe.asp   (552 words)

  
 Rochester : Planning a Trip   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
The airport is serviced by American, AirTran, Continental, Delta, Jet Blue, Northwest, United, and US Airways.
By Car -- Rochester is north of I-90 (New York State Thruway), reached by either Route 490 or 590.
There are also tourism information centers on the first floor of the Greater Rochester International Airport and at the rest stop of the New York State Thruway (westbound lane) near exit 45.
www.frommers.com /destinations/print-narrative.cfm?destID=3460&catID=3460010002   (171 words)

  
 Rochester, New York hotel close to Strong Museum - Comfort Inn 14615, NY407
Welcome to the Comfort Inn West, a Rochester hotel near the Greater Rochester International Airport
This Rochester hotel is minutes from the International Museum of Photography at the George Eastman House, the Strong Museum and the Rochester Museum and Science Center.
Come discover Rochester and find out how the city has grown form a 19th century village to a high-tech community.
www.choicehotels.com /ires/en-US/hotel/NY407   (303 words)

  
 TSA Names Federal Security Director for Greater Rochester International Airport @ Top News Headlines ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
Airports, Planes Will Be Packed to Overflowing This Summer
A former United States Marshal for the Western District of New York, McCaffrey came to TSA in 2002 after eight years with the U.S. Marshals Service, serving the 17 counties in the Western District from Lake Ontario to Pennsylvania.
The Federal Security Director at Greater Rochester International Airport is also responsible for overseeing aviation security and passenger and baggage screening operations at Elmira-Corning Regional Airport in Horseheads, N.Y. For more information regarding TSA, please visit our Web site at www.tsa.gov.
www.airportbusiness.com /article/article.jsp?id=3522&siteSection=5   (390 words)

  
 Next Meeting Monday, September 11, 2000 Meliora Room in Frederick Douglass Hall on the campus of the University of ...
Everyone understands the motivation for increasing airport security, but few people are intimately familiar with the topic.
Our safety in the air is in the hands of decision makers such as Terry Slaybaugh, and there is no easy answer when it comes to balancing the level of safety, customer service, budgetary constraints, and the needs of the carriers.
Slaybaugh will describe to us the past, present, and future of airport security technology, the costs and limitations of various methods, passenger vs. baggage screening, and how we compare to other facilities.
www.asm-rochester.org /page4.html   (175 words)

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