lentoradat

Lentoradat refers to a former railway line located in Helsinki, Finland. The line originated from Pasila and extended to the Lentokenttä, or airport, area. Its primary purpose was to serve the Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Construction began in the late 1960s and the line was opened for passenger traffic in 1969. It provided a direct rail link between the city center and the airport, a significant improvement in transportation options for travelers.

The Lentoradat line was electrified and designed for passenger trains. It was a crucial part of Helsinki's public transport network for several decades. However, as airport infrastructure and access methods evolved, the direct passenger service on the Lentoradat line eventually ceased. The line was later repurposed and parts of its route have been incorporated into other railway projects or have been dismantled. While the original Lentoradat passenger service no longer exists, the history of this rail link highlights the early efforts to connect major urban centers with their airports via rail. The area through which it passed has seen considerable development over the years, and the legacy of the Lentoradat line remains a part of Helsinki's transport history.