Applications now open for President Biden’s Airport Terminals Program
Airports across the US can now submit applications for the first $1 billion of the Airport Terminal Program…
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An airport is a complex of runways, buildings, and facilities dedicated to the takeoff, landing, and ground movement of aircraft. Airports serve as vital hubs for commercial aviation, facilitating passenger and cargo transportation on a global scale. They accommodate a wide range of aircraft types and are equipped with air traffic control towers, navigation aids, and ground support infrastructure. Airports play a crucial role in connecting cities, countries, and continents, fostering economic growth and international trade.
Heathrow experiences worst year in history with passenger numbers at 1972 levels
London Heathrow (LHR) experienced the worst year in its history in 2021, the operator of Britain’s largest airport…
Philippines’ Subic Bay Airport is keen for Emirates to start flights
Subic Bay International Airport in the Philippines wants Emirates to see it as an option for an alternative…
Two American Airlines employees involved in stabbing at Boston Logan Airport
An American Airlines (A1G) (AAL) employee stabbed a coworker during an altercation at Boston Logan Airport (BOS), local…
London Gatwick to reopen South Terminal as travel demand returns
In light of rising travel demand, London Gatwick airport (LGW) has announced plans to reopen its South Terminal…
Indian Parliamentary panel seeks change to Gaya airport’s ‘GAY’ IATA code
What’s in a three-letter code? More than an airport, it seems. Local media in India have reported that the…
Manchester Airport unveils new aviation education center for future generations
Manchester Airport (MAN) in the UK has unveiled a new interactive education center aimed at inspiring future generations…
Changi Airport launches initiatives for travelers with invisible disabilities
Travelers with autism, dementia, down syndrome, and other invisible disabilities can now experience a supportive and stress-free environment…
Sydney Airport shareholders accept $16.8 billion takeover offer
Sydney Airport shareholders voted to agree to a $16.8 billion (A$23.6 billion) takeover offer from a group of…
Berlin Brandenburg airport to receive €1.7 billion state aid
The German government has secured European Commission approval to provide Berlin Brandenburg Airport with €1.7 billion ($1.9 billion)…
Hundreds of JetBlue passengers stuck on planes for hours at JFK
Hundreds of passengers on JetBlue (JBLU) flights were stuck for several hours on the taxiways at New York’s…
Baghdad International Airport targeted by rocket fire
Baghdad International Airport (BGW) in Iraq was the target of a rocket attack early on January 28, 2022.…
Renovation of LaGuardia Airport’s Terminal B is officially complete
After six years, LaGuardia Airport’s $4 billion renovation of its Terminal B is officially complete. Encompassing 35 gates…
Shooting at Greenville-Spartanburg airport leaves one person injured
One person has been injured during a shooting at South Carolina’s Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) on the evening…
Hong Kong airport says 2021 passenger traffic remained ‘significantly low’
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) yearly passenger traffic numbers for 2021 remained “significantly low” due to stringent quarantine rules in Hong Kong, the airport…
Urban-Air Port aims to open world’s first airport for eVTOL aircraft in UK
UK-based Urban-Air Port (UAP) has secured investment from Supernal, a subsidiary of Hyundai Motor Group that is currently…
FAA clears more aircraft for low-visibility landings at airports with 5G C-band
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued new approvals on January 19, 2022 allowing an estimated 62% of…
Suspect arrested after two air cargo crew injured in Miami Airport shooting
A shooting incident at an air cargo company near Miami International Airport (MIA) has left two cargo crew…