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===Bachman Lake Park=== | ===Bachman Lake Park=== | ||
The best location at Dallas Love Field is from the park along Bachman Lake, which runs along the North edge of the airport property. DAL has 2 parallel runways: 13L/31R and 13R/31L. The wind normally blows from the South at DAL. Southwest Airlines' aircraft typically land on and depart from 13R with wind from the South. | The best location at Dallas Love Field is from the park along Bachman Lake, which runs along the North edge of the airport property. DAL has 2 parallel runways: 13L/31R and 13R/31L. The wind normally blows from the South at DAL. Southwest Airlines' aircraft typically land on and depart from 13R with wind from the South. Delta Connection and United Express usually land on the opposite side, 13L. Either side of the lake is good for spotting, however the Shorecrest Drive side gives you a truly close experience, much like Maho Beach at St Maarten (SXM/TNCM). At the park there are several locations where you can spot from, as this is a public park area. Sunlight will not be a factor, because you can simply move to where the light is best. | ||
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==Regular Traffic== | ==Regular Traffic== | ||
*Delta Connection (CRJ-200) | *Delta Connection | ||
*Southwest (737- | **ExpressJet (CRJ-200) | ||
*United Express (ERJ-135/140/145) | *Southwest (737-700/800/MAX 8) | ||
*United Express | |||
**ExpressJet (ERJ-135/140/145) | |||
**SkyWest (ERJ-135/140/145) | |||
*Virgin America (A319, A321) | |||
There is a fair amount of General Aviation activity at DAL including some Learjets, Challengers, Falcons, Aero Vodochodys, light aircraft. Several FBO's are on-site and cater to business executives as well as Associated Air, a BBJ and private aircraft outfitter. NBA and NHL sports teams use DAL for their chartered flights. | |||
==Facilities and Transportation== | ==Facilities and Transportation== | ||
Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) operates a bus line that serves DAL and the DART Rail System. Consult their web site for specific information. Several rental car companies are available on-site as well as cab services. The parking garages are attached to the terminal and can be walked to within 5 minutes. Bachman Lake and the Frontiers of Flight Museum can be accessed by car, cab or bus service. | |||
The airport facilities are currently undergoing a major, multi-million dollar expansion/renovation project which will add a renovated terminal and new central concourse. The ultimate master plan for the project will decrease gate capacity to 20. Expected completion is October 2014. | |||
Bathrooms and food services are available within the central terminal. | |||