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Appleton International Airport reports $2 billion of economic impact

Airport marks 60 years of service to Wisconsin.

Mesa Gateway Airport Sets All-Time Records in FY2025 Surpasses 2 Million Annual Passengers

From record-setting passenger traffic to all-time highs in revenue, fuel sales, and parking income, Fiscal Year 2025 marks a transformative milestone that solidifies Gateway Airport’s role as a powerhouse of economic activity and regional connectivity.

DEN Introduces New, Dedicated, TSA PreCheck Touchless ID Lanes

Use of facial recognition technology will ensure a more efficient screening process for select travelers.

McFarland Johnson Welcomes Keith Brune as Project Executive to Support Executive Program Management Growth

McFarland Johnson (MJ) is pleased to announce that Keith Brune, A.A.E., IAP has joined the firm as a Project Executive based in our Hollywood, Florida office.

Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority Appoints Director of Airport Badging and Security

Chris Styles to lead strategic initiatives in security, credentialing and regulatory compliance at BNA.

Today Southwest Launches New Nonstop Flight to Chicago Midway

Later in the Month, Delta Resumes Nonstop to Raleigh-Durham.

Addison Welcomes Jaime Edrosa as New Airport Director

The Town of Addison is pleased to announce the appointment of Jaime Edrosa as the new Director of Addison Airport (ADS), one of the largest general aviation airports in the United States.

Denver International Airport Celebrates Opening of the New East Security Checkpoint

Walkway to Concourse A Set to Reopen.

GSP Names Kent Bontrager Vice President and Chief Planning and Development Officer

The Greenville–Spartanburg Airport District (GSP) is pleased to announce Kent Bontrager as the new Vice President & Chief Planning & Development Officer, effective July 28, 2025..

Stantec closes acquisition of Page

Stantec has closed its acquisition of Page, a landmark moment in the architecture and engineering industry..

Alaska Airlines Adds New Nonstop Service Between San Diego and Sun Valley, Idaho

New Route Connects Popular Beach and Ski Destinations.

Hartsfield-Jackson Hosts Community Hiring Event at Atlanta Technical College

Hiring event connects job seekers with the Airport community’s top employers.
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Port Authority Airports See Third-Busiest February Ever

Port of New York and New Jersey Sees 7 Percent Jump from February 2024 as Nation’s Second Busiest Gateway for Loaded Cargo Bridges and Tunnels February 2025 Volumes Decrease from February 2024 PATH Commuter Rail Ridership Falls From 70 Percent to 64 Percent of Pre-Pandemic Levels Due to Hoboken Station Closure and Winter Storms in February 2025.

Tucson Airport Authority Promotes Becca Cammack

The Tucson Airport Authority (TAA), operator of Tucson International Airport (TUS) and Ryan Airfield (RYN), is pleased to announce the promotion of Becca Cammack to Deputy Chief of CERCLA/NEPA Programs..

Colorado Springs Airport Celebrates the Grand Opening of Hudson Nonstop, Powered by Amazon’s Just Walk Out Technology

Colorado Springs Airport (COS) is proud to announce the grand opening of Hudson Nonstop, a revolutionary new retail experience located just past gate six on the concourse..

Indy Airport Looking Ahead to Summer Travel

Spring Break delivers more for the record books in IND history.

New General Aviation Facility Taking Shape at MidAmerica St. Louis Airport

The facility, being constructed in two phases, will pave the way for international service.

YEG’s New Sensory Room Provides a Calming Retreat for Travellers

Edmonton International Airport (YEG) officially unveiled its new sensory room, an immersive space designed to support passengers with sensory sensitivities, including autism, anxiety and other cognitive or neurodivergent challenges..

Denver International Airport Welcomes Contour Airlines

Contour becomes DEN’s 27th passenger carrier.

inter airport 2025 lands in October – with its celebratory 25th edition

Premier event for the airport community - from the industry’s trusted partner.

Ricky Smith Assumes Leadership as General Manager of Hartsfield-Jackson

A transformative aviation executive brings decades of experience; Jan Lennon appointed Executive Deputy General Manager.

Sacramento International Announces RFQ for Art in Concourse B Expansion

The Sacramento County Department of Airports (SCDA) is excited to announce a Request for Qualifications and Experience (RFQ&E) for artist services as part of the Concourse B Expansion at Sacramento International Airport (SMF).

Avianca Launches Operations for Routes Bogotá – Tampa, Fort Lauderdale – Medellín, San Juan – San José, and Miami – San José

The first flights for the Tampa-Bogotá route took off with four weekly frequencies, San Juan-San José with three weekly operations, and Fort Lauderdale-Medellín and Miami-San José with a daily flight per week.

Alstom signs a seven-year contract extension to operate and maintain John F. Kennedy International Airport’s AirTrain in New York

With nearly 25 million passengers carried last year, the JFK AirTrain is a vital part of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey’s (PANYNJ) efforts to reduce traffic congestion at the airport Alstom has designed and built the JFK AirTrain and has been providing operations and maintenance services for it since 2003 The contract extension with PANYNJ is valued at approximately $518 million USD (approximately 479 million euro) Over 230 Alstom employees will be retained to support the APM System..

Long Beach Airport Subsidizes More Than 3,000 Gallons of Unleaded Aviation Fuel

Long Beach Airport (LGB) has achieved a significant milestone in its ongoing efforts to promote the transition from leaded to unleaded aviation fuel for general aviation users..

TPA celebrates nonstop service to Bogota with Avianca

Tampa International Airport and its new airline partner kicked off the Airport's first flights to South America with a gate celebration, ribbon cutting and Colombian entertainment..

Culturally and Locally Significant Art to Welcome GRB Visitors Flying in for the NFL Draft

Oneida Nation to install more than 23 pieces of artwork at GRB.

SITA Acquires Ccm to Bring to Life the Airports of The Future by Integrating Travel Tech with High-End Design

This move strengthens SITA’s offering, integrating processes, tech and design under one end-to-end solution to better advise customers and deliver smarter, more efficient and better airports with smoother passenger experiences..

Berkeley Repertory Theatre announces partnership with Oakland Airport

Partnership designed to bring the magic of live theatre to travelers and deepen Berkeley Rep and Oakland Airport’s connection with East Bay residents and visitors.

Tork Launches First-Ever Coalition To Drive Inclusive Hygiene in Public Restrooms

Tork, an Essity brand and the global leader in professional hygiene, today launched the Tork Coalition for Inclusive Hygiene whose mission is to explore how hygiene in public restrooms, often the busiest space in a facility, can be improved for the majority of users.

Arconas Unveils Meanwhile: Elevated Lounge Seating for Airports

Arconas, the leading manufacturer and distributor of furniture for airports and passenger terminals, announces the launch of Meanwhile, an elevated lounge seating collection designed by Italian design studio CMP..

Boingo’s Airport Wireless Networks Recognized for Speed and Performance by Ookla

Boingo’s neutral host networks deliver industry-leading speed and performance at airports nationwide.

Pardon our noise, it’s the sound of freedom: Jaded Thunder returns to Salina

Salina and surrounding communities will see a significant increase in military presence over the coming weeks as more than 600 service members arrive to take part in Jaded Thunder, a comprehensive joint-service training exercise..

Skip-Line® and Graco® Unveil Game-Changing ACCU-BEAD™ Flow Sensor for Reflective Airport Markings

In an industry-first partnership, Skip-Line® and Graco® are proud to introduce the revolutionary ACCU-BEAD™ Flow Sensor, transforming reflective bead application in airport striping operations.

Two new stores open in OAK’s Terminal 1

and Oakland Duty free are the third and fourth new airport stores.

February 2025: Colorado Springs Airport Monthly Traffic Release

While February marked a dip in passenger traffic at Colorado Springs Airport (COS), with 156,177 total passengers, a 9.4 percent decrease from February 2024, the airport remains focused on long-term growth and expanding capacity.
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