Special to the Advance McALLEN — McAllen International Airport (MFE) achieved a historic milestone for commercial air service in the Rio Grande Valley in 2024 with over 1.2 million travelers. This achievement marks a significant 25% increase in yearover- year total passengers, solidifying the airport as a growing hub for both leisure and business travelers.“Thanks to McAllen International Airport’s expanding air service, reaching 1.2 million flyers marks one of the many achievements for McAllen in 2024,” said City of McAllen Mayor Javier Villalobos, “Nonstop service to key domestic and international markets keeps McAllen and our binational region readily connected.”The achievement ...