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Midland Airport ranks 8th in Texas with record passengers
Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk Justin Escobedo , as published by KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)
· August 20, 2026
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Key points This ranking follows a significant increase in passenger traffic, with numbers rising by nearly 20 percent since 2022. A Texas airport has achieved a notable ranking, with Midland International Air & Space Port listed as the eighth busiest in the state for 2025.
A Texas airport has achieved a notable ranking, with Midland International Air & Space Port listed as the eighth busiest in the state for 2025. This ranking follows a significant increase in passenger traffic, with numbers rising by nearly 20 percent since 2022.
The airport's passenger traffic has been steadily growing, leading to its current position in the state's rankings. Further information about the airport's operations and traffic growth can be found through the source.
Details about the factors contributing to this increase are not specified, but the airport's ranking and traffic growth are reported as part of its recent performance.
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Category: Local Published: August 20, 2026 Source: KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC) Reading time: 1 min
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