Bangor International Airport's Guided Tour/School Program

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BGR is an exciting place to educate and inspire people of all ages. Our airport is a great location to see how the aviation industry operates first hand, and is an ideal field trip for students and community/civic groups.
BGR's airport tours are free of charge and are considered a service to our community. Tours are available year round and typically last about two hours. BGR offers tours on Tuesdays and Wednesdays between the hours of 8:00am and 4:00pm which can be tailored to the age and interest of each group.
Your group will have the opportunity to learn all about airport operations up close and personal. Your guide will point out interesting sights and educational facts as your group walks through the various terminals and facilities of the airport.
School Programs
Looking for a fascinating way to augment your educational plan? Bangor International Airport offers a variety of ways for educators to bring the exciting real-world activities of the airport to the classroom. From fascinating behind-the-scenes tours, to the airport's Speakers Bureau, the airport can be a unique and stimulating resource for your curriculum.
Educators should note that the most successful visits are the ones where the students have had expectations clearly outlined for them and then have some specific tasks that help them key into things they see and hear. Upon completion of the tour, your students will better understand the role an airport and aviation plays in the community, as well as the wide range of careers related to aviation.
Student Tour
If you are interested in booking an educational tour, you will need to submit your advance reservations request at least three weeks prior to your desired tour date. Tours are arranged on a "first come, first served" basis and are affected by the tour guide's availability. Students must be at least 5 years old to participate.
Please fill out our on-line request form or you can also choose to download a request form and send your completed copy to Lisa Eldridge via her email leldridge@flybangor.com. or fax to her attention at 207-945-3607.
Please note: The airport is in a constant state of flux, so we cannot predict exactly what you may see on your tour. We may have to cancel and reschedule your tour due to unforeseen problems that are out of our control.
Tour Guidelines :
* Tours must be requested at least 3 weeks in advance.
* Tours are scheduled on Tuesdays and Wednesdays between
8am and 4pm.
* Children must be at least 5 years old for tour participation.
* Group size must not exceed 20.
* One adult (Chaperone) must accompany every 8 students.
* Tour requests are honored on a "first come, first served" basis.
* Tour groups must arrive at their scheduled time.
* Tour leaders must notify their airport contact of any changes or
cancellations in a timely fashion.
* Groups are asked to wear comfortable clothes and shoes.
* Groups must be able to follow the requests/instructions of the airport
personnel involved with their tour.

Airport Conditions & Limitations:

* Your tour will take place both inside and outside various airport
facilities and are conducted rain or shine. Please dress appropriately
for the day's weather.
* There are many bumps, steps and stairs along the tour route. Please
note that all participants should be able to negotiate these obstacles.
* Tour participants must be aware of their surroundings at all times and
must stay with their tour guide.
* Photographs are permitted in some areas of the tour. Your tour guide
will inform you when photos are prohibited.
* Your tour may be curtailed, postponed or cancelled if conditions at the
airport warrant such action.

Expectations:

* Tour leaders/chaperones are expected to monitor their group and act
accordingly to prevent any disruptions of the tour.
* Your tour group will come into contact with various departments of the
airport (i.e. customer service, airfield maintenance, etc.). Airport
employees will be busy with their work so please be respectful and quiet
in these areas.
* Tours generally run for approximately 2 hours. All are expected to
be attentive and courteous during the tour.
* Your tour may take you very close to aircraft, airport vehicles and
equipment. There is to be no touching of aircraft, vehicles or equipment
unless explicitly permitted by your tour guide.
* We ask that when your guest speaker or tour guide is speaking that you
please be courteous and listen. The airport can be a very noisy place and
this ensures the group will be able to understand the information
provided.
* Screaming, Running, Yelling and Horseplay will not be tolerated.

Tour Limitations:
* No part of your tour is guaranteed. Your tour guide may eliminate
portions of the tour if he/she feels that it imposes an unnecessary
safety risk.
* Your tour guide reserves the right to cancel the tour or ask participants to
leave under the following conditions:
- If tour leaders/chaperones are understaffed and/or overwhelmed
with their tour responsibilities.
- If participants are engaging in activities that are unsafe or disruptive
to airport operations and/or employees.
* The airport reserves the right to curtail or cancel any tour due to
unforseen safety or security issues.