Liverpool John Lennon Airport, located in Liverpool, England, is named after the famous musician and member of The Beatles, John Lennon. Lennon was born in Liverpool and rose to fame as a part of The Beatles in the 1960s and 1970s. He is widely regarded as one of the most influential musicians of all time and is known for his activism and songwriting that addressed social issues. After his tragic death in 1980, the airport was renamed in his honor, and today it serves as a major gateway to the North West of England and beyond.