U.S. airports receive FAA funding to tackle winter weather
As winter approaches, 85 airports in 28 states will be better prepared to keep airport operations running safely and smoothly. The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration has awarded more than $76.2 million in Fiscal Year (FY) 2022 for snowplows, de-icing equipment, and new or upgraded buildings to store this equipment. “We can’t let […]
Neste delivers more than 500,000 gallons of sustainable aviation fuel to Los Angeles International Airport
Neste delivered over 500,000 gallons (1,500 metric tons) of Neste MY Sustainable Aviation Fuel™ to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). This SAF delivery was made possible by a close cooperation with LAXFUEL, the consortium of the airlines operating at LAX providing the jet fuel supply infrastructure for the planes at the airport. It is the […]
FAA: Chicago O’Hare Can Begin ‘Global Terminal’ Project
Chicago O’Hare (ORD) has been granted environmental clearance by the US FAA to begin a massive construction project that will culminate in a new terminal opening in 2030 housing both international and domestic flights. Since 2018, the FAA has been conducting an environmental impact review of the planned ORD expansion. The project will include the […]
IAG Cargo expands Asia-Pacific capacity with restart between London and Tokyo
IAG Cargo, the cargo division of International Airlines Group (IAG), has announced the restart of its direct service between London Heathrow and Tokyo airport with daily flights commencing from 13th November. The revival of this service will be welcomed by IAG Cargo customers from both regions after its year long pause. Throughout the duration of […]
IATA to Expand Environmental Assessment Certification to Airports and GSPs
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has launched the IATA Environmental Assessment for Airports and Ground Service Providers (IEnvA for Airports and GSPs). Edmonton International Airport (YEG) is the first participant in the expanded IEnvA and will play a leadership role as the value chain aligns to ensure a sustainable future for air transport. IEnvA […]
IATA to Expand Environmental Assessment Certification to Airports and GSPs
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has launched the IATA Environmental Assessment for Airports and Ground Service Providers (IEnvA for Airports and GSPs). Edmonton International Airport (YEG) is the first participant in the expanded IEnvA and will play a leadership role as the value chain aligns to ensure a sustainable future for air transport. IEnvA […]
JetBlue Becomes Anchor Tenant at Orlando International Airport’s New Terminal
JetBlue (NASDAQ: JBLU) officially became the anchor tenant at Orlando International Airport’s (MCO) brand new state-of-the-art Terminal C. It marks a full move of the airline’s operation in Orlando, with all JetBlue flights arriving and departing at the new facility. JetBlue ceased flight operations at its former home at Terminal A, with its final flight […]
Swissport sets extensive new sustainability goals to support long-term development and success
Swissport International AG has set extensive goals for the de-carbonization of its operations, waste management and circularity, and for diversity and inclusion among its people. The new ESG agenda will be aligned with its ambitious growth plan and will at the same time support its long-term development and success. Swissport’s sustainability agenda is built around […]
Ontario International Airport passenger count out-paced pre-pandemic levels for sixth straight month in August
Summer travel through Ontario International Airport (ONT) continued at a robust pace in August, the sixth consecutive month in which the Southern California gateway surpassed pre-pandemic passenger volumes, airport officials announced. More than 511,000 airline passengers moved through ONT terminals last month – the fourth consecutive month in which volumes exceeded 500,000. The August totals […]
Viva Aerobus To Open Sixth Base, Launches Three Routes
Viva Aerobus is to open a new base at Mérida International Airport (MID) in Mexico’s Yucatan state, which will become the airline’s sixth base in the country. The ULCC plans to station two aircraft at the airport from December, increasing to three from 2023. Three new routes are being launched, taking the total number of […]
