Made famous on 11th September 2001, when the United States shut down its airspace, tiny Gander International Airport in Newfoundland opened its runways, taking in 38 wide-body planes on transatlantic routes. The people of Gander and surrounding fishing villages opened their hearts and filled their schools, community rooms and churches with cots for the stranded passengers.
Gander is a community situated on the shores of Gander Lake on the northeast side of Newfoundland, Canada. The community has a rich aviation history hence why many of the streets are named after famous aviators like Amelia Earhart and Charles Lindbergh. A young town, both historically and demographically, with approximately 50% of Gander's population falling between the ages of 20 and 44. With its varied lodging options, Gander is a good base for travel in this part of the province, including to Twillingate, the town of Change Islands, and Fogo Island.
