Overview
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is Arizona's busiest airport and one of the busiest in the United States.
History
The airport began as a private airfield in the late 1920s and was bought by the city of Phoenix in 1935. The PHX Sky Train opened in 2013 to connect terminals with light rail.
Today
The airport is one of the region's largest employment centers, including aviation, hotel and cargo security.
Compiled October 2026. History is summarized for general interest; check primary sources for research. This landmark is local context, not an employer or job listing.