Additional aircraft, served by German medical team, to be stationed at Al Bateen Executive Airport 2013-05-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates German Air Ambulance Specialist and VVIP-Jet-Operator Flight-Ambulance-International (FAI) rent-a-jet AG has named today Al Bateen Executive Airport as its ideal stopover airport in the Middle East region. Through this agreement with the… Read the full press release
Category Archives: Airports
George Best Belfast City Airport treats adopted schools to a magical performance with the magic of maths
2013-05-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — Pupils at a Belfast primary school were treated to a magical performance by a local children’s touring theatre company thanks to funding from the George Best Belfast City Airport Community Fund.Cahoots NI arrived at Victoria Park Primary School to perform their newest show, ‘Lights, Camera, Math ‘a’ Magic’ to an audience of… Read the full press release
ADAC expects 15% increase in Leisure and Business Travelers to Abu Dhabi this Summer
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2013-05-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC) today announced that airlines from around the globe will be increasing their weekly number of flights departing from and arriving at Abu Dhabi International Airport during the coming summer months. This summer, Abu Dhabi International Airport will receive 1,065 flights a week, a… Read the full press release
SSP brand, Upper Crust’s Hog Roast & Crackling baguette named New Sandwich of the Year at the 2013 British Sandwich Association Sammies
2013-05-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — SSP brand Upper Crust won the top prize in the New Sandwich of the Year (hot) category at the 2013 British Sandwich Association Sammies last night for its Hog Roast & Crackling baguette. The awards, which were conceived by the prestigious British Sandwich Association to recognise and celebrate the achievements of key… Read the full press release
Helsinki Airport has improved connections to Barcelona, welcomes Vueling
2013-05-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — Helsinki Airport, operated by Finavia, welcomes Vueling to Finland. The Spanish airline Vueling will commence flights to Barcelona on 17 May. The selection for Barcelona flights will grow when Vueling commences flights from Helsinki Airport in May. Vueling will provide the route three times per week on an Airbus 320. During the… Read the full press release
London Gatwick Airport: The capital currently has significant unused capacity across its airports
London Gatwick calls on Airports Commission to promote competition, improve rail services and focus on resilience More competition will increase long haul connections to key markets Better quality rail services and rolling stock are critical for attracting airlines Resilience in the London airport system would provide more certainty Gatwick also submits its response on Aviation… Read the full press release
Essential Travel reveals Three Ways to Add A Touch of Gatsby Glamour To Your Holiday
2013-05-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — With Gatsby madness currently in the air, glamour is the thing on everyone’s minds – and what could be more glamorous than going on holiday…once you’ve passed the queues, driven to the car park and transferred to the terminal! But, there are methods to turn even these into a special occasion. Leading… Read the full press release
Hartsfield-Jackson marks successful first year of international terminal
The 1.2 million-square-foot terminal and concourse offer world-class amenities, diverse concessions and separate levels for arriving and departing travelers ATLANTA, 2013-05-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport officials today mark a successful first year of operations at the Maynard H. Jackson Jr. International Terminal which opened on May 16, 2012. The $1.4 billion, award-winning facility… Read the full press release
San Francisco International Airport to Unveil 10-Year Capital Improvement Plan
SAN FRANCISCO, 2013-05-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is hosting a media press conference to unveil its 10-year Capital Improvement Plan, which will be presented to the Airport Commission for vote on Tuesday, May 21st. The $4.3 billion Airport Improvement Program is anticipated to create more than 36,000 jobs over the next ten years. … Read the full press release
The State Secretary for Mobility and Brussels Airport Decided to take Compulsory measures to restore the operations at Brussels Airport
2013-05-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — The State Secretary for Mobility and Brussels Airport have decided in mutual consultation to take a number of compulsory measures to restore operations at Brussels Airport. On Wednesday evening the trade unions and the Executive Board of Swissport agreed a protocol agreement, signed by the social mediator. In spite of this agreement,… Read the full press release
Budget Approved to Enhance High Occupancy Vehicle Use at Boston Logan International Airport
Terminal Curbside Redesign and Next Bus Signs Part of Customer Service and Green Initiatives BOSTON, 2013-05-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Massachusetts Port Authority Board today approved a partial project budget of $4 million to enhance high occupancy vehicle (HOV) use at Boston Logan International Airport and improve customer service with dynamic signage announcing next bus arrival… Read the full press release
85th Annual AAAE Conference In Reno Gathers Up Top Aviation and Government Leaders
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
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