Alexandria, Va., 2013-05-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — The airport industry’s most significant and influential annual gathering – the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) Annual Conference and Exposition – gets underway in Reno starting Sunday, bringing together top aviation and government leaders to discuss the most significant issues facing airports and the aviation industry. The 85th Annual AAAE Conference… Read the full press release
Category Archives: Airports
Heathrow’s response to the ‘Aviation and Climate Change’: UK aviation can grow and meet climate change targets
2013-05-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Growing the UK’s airport hub capacity is consistent with meeting UK climate change targets, according to Heathrow’s response to the ‘Aviation and Climate Change’ discussion paper published by the Airports Commission. The response, submitted today, cites projections by Sustainable Aviation1, the UK aviation cross-industry association, that new aircraft and engine technology, operational… Read the full press release
bmi regional routes from Bristol Airport has swelled to six, months after airline’s inaugural flight from the Airport
2013-05-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — New flights to Hannover, Munich launched and Frankfurt frequency increased bmi regional also adds Milan Malpensa service The number of routes served by bmi regional from Bristol has swelled to six, just months after the launch of the airline’s inaugural flight from the Airport. Daily services to Hannover, Munich and Milan took… Read the full press release
Flybe adds midday service from Leeds Bradford to Belfast City to ensure NI travellers are not left ‘high and dry’
Leading regional airline adds convenient midday service from Leeds Bradford to Belfast City to ensure NI travellers are not left ‘high and dry’ 2013-05-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Flybe, Europe’s largest regional airline, has come quickly to the rescue of those Northern Ireland-bound passengers potentially stranded by today’s announcement of Jet 2’s withdrawal of services between Leeds… Read the full press release
Oslo Airport April Traffic Report
2013-05-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Passenger numbers at Oslo Airport rebounded in April, showing a sharp 12.1% increase over April 2012. Due to moveable public holidays, the figures for March and April provide a more correct picture when they compiled. This provides a growth rate of 3.8%, putting Oslo Airport back on the growth track. Domestic traffic… Read the full press release
Toronto Pearson International Airport, GoodLife Fitness Club’s first ever in-airport location
Toronto, ON, 2013-05-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Frequent flyers and occasional travellers alike will be able to take advantage of the custom-designed GoodLife Fitness Club arriving in Terminal 1 at Toronto Pearson International Airport this September, the first ever in-airport location for GoodLife. Toronto Pearson is Canada’s leading airport with many passengers who desire an exceptional travel experience. … Read the full press release
AAAE/USCTA Applaud Decision to Keep Contract Towers Open
Alexandria, VA, 2013-05-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — J. Spencer Dickerson, Executive Director of the U.S. Contract Tower Association (USCTA), released the following statement in response to the decision today by the Department of Transportation (DOT) to continue operations through the fiscal year at 149 contract towers previously scheduled for closure on June 15: “We are grateful that… Read the full press release
Monarch Airlines launches brand new phone app
2013-05-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Leading scheduled leisure airline, Monarch, has launched a brand new phone app designed to make the customer experience even more enjoyable, particularly at the airport. The app, called simply ‘Monarch’, boasts a whole host of features for the leisure traveller designed to make their experience even easier whilst supporting the airline’s campaign… Read the full press release
Bristol Airport teams up with Destination Bristol and Bath Tourism Plus at Routes Europe
Bristol Mayor backs mission to secure new air services 2013-05-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Bristol Airport is teaming up with Destination Bristol and Bath Tourism Plus to promote the region’s attractions to airlines at the Routes Europe event in Budapest next week (12-14 May). The aviation industry’s annual route development forum gives airports and tourism authorities the… Read the full press release
Shannon Airport launches website and app for iPhone, iPad and android devices
2013-05-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Today, 10th May, sees the launch of the new Shannon Airport website and app for iPhone, iPad and android devices. Our aim for both the website and the app is to provide customers with everything they need to know from the planning stages of a trip right through to boarding the plane… Read the full press release
All Nippon Airways will resume service between Mineta San José International Airport and Narita International Airport on June 1, 2013
Boeing 787 Dreamliner to Soar Over Bay Area Skies Again SAN JOSE, CALIF., 2013-05-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — All Nippon Airways (ANA) will resume nonstop service between Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) and Narita International Airport (NRT) in Tokyo on the Boeing 787 Dreamliner on June 1, 2013. ANA’s first priority is passenger safety, and is working closely with the Boeing Company, the Federal Aviation Administration and… Read the full press release
Retail Concession Opportunity at San Francisco International Airport
SAN FRANCISCO, 2013-05-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — San Francisco International Airport is soliciting Proposals for the Pop-Up Retail Concession Program in Boarding Area E of Terminal 3, and invites you to attend the Informational Meeting on Wednesday, May 29, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. at San Francisco International Airport. The meeting will be held at the SFO Business Center, 575… Read the full press release
Leeds Bradford Airport and Ryanair have teamed up for The French Property Exhibition 2013
2013-05-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair and Leeds Bradford Airport have teamed up with The French Property Exhibition 2013 to offer two lucky winners the opportunity to travel to one of the airline’s French routes (Dinard, Limoges or Montpellier) from Yorkshire’s Gateway airport, including free airport parking and executive Yorkshire Premier Lounge access. Ryanair flies twice weekly… Read the full press release
Contract for Sustainable Management Grazing Services at O’Hare International Airport awarded to Central Commissary Holdings, LLC
CHICAGO, 2013-05-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) announces that a contract for sustainable management grazing services at O’Hare International Airport has been awarded to Central Commissary Holdings, LLC, 1021 W. Armitage Ave., Chicago, IL. The selection comes following a Request for Quotation (RFQ) Invitation for Sustainable Vegetation Management Grazing Services that was issued on September 14,… Read the full press release
Copenhagen Airport invites passengers to visit Danish craftsmanship at new, pop-up showroom at Nytorv
Danish design comes alive at Copenhagen Airport Copenhagen Airport invites passengers to visit a new, pop-up showroom at Nytorv next to Tax Free (New Square). Here, travellers will have the opportunity to experience the craftsmanship behind some of the most famous and innovative Danish design brands before take-off. 2013-05-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Elegant jewellery and classical design icons… Read the full press release
Mineta San José International Airport Launches the Summer Flyaway Contest
Win A Vacation For Four And Flyaway From Silicon ValleyAirport This Summer Leave Silicon Valley from Silicon Valley. Arrive Home Without a Drive Home. SAN JOSE, CALIF., 2013-05-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — This summer we fly from SJC to places that relax, inspire, entertain and rejuvenate us, and to visit the people who enrich our lives. Flying… Read the full press release
Dutch airline Transavia offers Rotterdam-Budapest flights
2013-05-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — The choice of destinations offered by Budapest Airport has been expanded once again as Dutch airline Transavia has transferred its Budapest flights from Amsterdam to Rotterdam. The white-colored Boeing 737 type aircraft, bearing the characteristic stripes of Transavia, will fly the route between the Hungarian capital and the Dutch port city four… Read the full press release
Kenya Airways to offer service from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Nairobi, Kenya
The National Carrier of Kenya and the Pride of Africa to offer three flights a week between Nairobi and Abu Dhabi Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2013-05-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC) today announced that Kenya Airways, the national carrier of Kenya, famously known for “the Pride of Africa”, will soon offer three flights… Read the full press release
John Torode and Gregg Wallace tasked to improve Heathrow’s dining experience
John Torode and Gregg Wallace appointed official taste buds of Heathrow 2013-05-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Two of the nation’s best-known foodies have taken on their biggest taste test to date after being appointed as the official taste buds of Heathrow. John Torode and Gregg Wallace were tasked with eating their way around the UK’s only hub… Read the full press release
Winnipeg Airports Authority Honoured to Receive Winnipeg Tourism Business of the Year Award
2013-05-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Winnipeg Airports Authority is honoured to receive a Winnipeg Tourism Award of Distinction in the category of Winnipeg Tourism Business of the Year. “Our vision at Winnipeg Airports Authority is to Lead Transportation Innovation and Growth,” said Barry Rempel, President & CEO of Winnipeg Airports Authority. “Serving our community by providing excellent… Read the full press release
Shannon Airport Launches New summer Schedule
2013-05-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Five new services across US, UK and Europe and 33-destinations in-all this year from Shannon. 22% upswing in transatlantic alone as airport secures five US services for the first time in five years. The summer officially began for the newly independent Shannon Airport over the May bank holiday weekend as the premier… Read the full press release
Monarch Airlines launches new flights from Leeds Bradford Airport with the help of two mini cabin crew
2013-05-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Monarch, the scheduled leisure airline, yesterday launched its second wave of flights from Leeds Bradford Airport with the help of two new ‘recruits’. As part of Monarch’s campaign to put the fun back into flying, brother and sister Lewis, aged eight, and Kessia, aged five, from Guiseley, welcomed passengers on board the… Read the full press release
GBTA USA Chapter Task Force Delivers Recommendations and Plan for Future Growth
Recommendations Well Received At Salt Lake City Meeting Alexandria, VA, 2013-05-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA), the voice of the global business travel industry, is proud to announce the completion of a critical next step forward with the delivery of Chapter Task Force recommendations to grow membership in the chapter system across… Read the full press release
Finavia introduces new online air traffic tracking service
2013-05-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — Finavia will introduce a new online air traffic tracking service. Aircraft routes and data from noise measurement stations will now be shown to all. The service provides detailed information about aircraft location, altitude and type at an approximate distance of 70 km from Helsinki Airport. “The service helps users understand flight route… Read the full press release
Applications now accepted for CEO of the American Association of Airport Executives
Alexandria, VA, 2013-05-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — Applications are now being accepted for the position of Chief Executive Officer of the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE), following Charles “Chip” Barclay’s March 27th announcement that he will retire from the position effective December 1, 2013. The position requires intellect, vision, strong leadership skills, and an ability to work… Read the full press release
Abu Dhabi International Airport introduces ‘GoSleep’ sleeping pods
New initiative will allow passengers to rest in a private and secure environment Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2013-05-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC) today announced an exclusive “world first” with the introduction of the ‘GoSleep’ sleeping pods at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH). The ‘GoSleep’ is the latest, state of the art chair… Read the full press release
Frankfurt Airport: Virtual Shopping for Duty-Free Product—the New Innovative Shopping Experience
2013-05-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — As of immediately, passengers can shop for duty-free items at the gate, simply by using their smartphones. Frankfurt Airport is testing a new approach to shopping at gates B5 to B9. On a wall that is designed to emulate the shelves of a duty-free shop, you can put together your personal shopping… Read the full press release
Avinor and OSL discover social dumping and launch investigation
2013-05-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — On Tuesday, 30 April the Norwegian television channel TV2 aired a story about social dumping that took place in connection with the development project at Oslo Airport. The case referred to had already been dealt with by Avinor and Oslo Airport in March. In early March, Oslo Airport, via the T2 (T2… Read the full press release
Japan Airlines to start operating between Helsinki and Tokyo on July 1st
2013-05-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Japan Airlines starts operating the route between Tokyo (Narita) and Helsinki on July 1st, 2013, with daily flights. Originally the opening of the route should be in February but it was postponed. Since July 1st, Helsinki Airport will have total of four flights a day to Japan. In addition to Japan Airlines,… Read the full press release
Eileen Cowin photographs on display at LAX
Los Angeles, California, 2013-05-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA), in partnership with the City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs, announces a new photography installation by artist Eileen Cowin at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Cowin’s installation, titled Point of Departure, tells a story in four large-scale color photographs focusing on simple gestures and… Read the full press release