Los Angeles, California, 2013-02-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — The winter issue of the LAX Capital Improvements e-newsletter is now available online at: http://www.lawa.org/laxdev/Newsletter.aspx . The newsletter describes the latest developments and current status of the multi-billion-dollar capital improvements program at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). The current issue highlights: Unveiling of new Dining/Retail concepts for New Tom Bradley International Terminal LAX… Read the full news article
Category Archives: Airports
ANNUAL AIRFIELD MAINTENANCE AT CHRISTCHURCH AIRPORT
2013-02-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — We are planning to begin our annual airfield maintenance this weekend (February 10.) From Sunday night, between 9pm and 5am and weather permitting, we will begin necessary maintenance work on the main runway. The work can only take place when ideal weather conditions occur and so allow planes to use the cross… Read the full news article
Strong performance at Budapest Airport in spite of the Malév bankruptcy
2013-02-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Passenger traffic at Budapest Airport decreased by less than 4.7 percent last year, in spite of the loss of its base carrier and the protracted global economic crisis. The Hungarian capital airport handled a total of 8 504 020 departing and arriving passengers in 2012. However, the drop in air traffic movements,… Read the full news article
SriLankan Airlines becomes the first airline group in the Indian subcontinent to adopt Amadeus’ Altéa IT suite
SriLankan Airlines becomes the first airline group in the Indian subcontinent to adopt Amadeus’ Altéa IT suite Madrid, Spain, 2013-02-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — SriLankan Airlines, the national carrier of Sri Lanka, and the Amadeus IT Group, a leading technology partner for the global travel industry, today announce a landmark agreement that will see the airline migrate… Read the full news article
The SAS Group Traffic figures January 2013
2013-02-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — SAS Group’s January 2013 traffic figures · SAS Group carried 1.9 million passengers in January, down 0.2%. · SAS Group’s capacity (ASK) was up by 4.6% and the Group’s traffic (RPK) increased by 3.9%. · The SAS Group’s load factor decreased by 0.5 p.u. to 64.5%. Group market trends, RASK and yield… Read the full news article
‘Xin nian kuai le’ from Heathrow
2013-02-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Heathrow’s preparation for Chinese New Year is in full swing as the airport gears up for the annual influx of Chinese passengers travelling to London to celebrate the national holiday As a commercially important customer for Heathrow, Chinese passengers are responsible for around 25% of luxury spend at the airport despite representing… Read the full news article
Cathay Pacific New York City and Vancouver flights affected by severe snowstorm; passengers advised to check latest flight information
2013-02-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Cathay Pacific Airways announced that the following New York City and Vancouver flights today (8 February) and Saturday (9 February) have been delayed or cancelled due to the severe snowstorm approaching New York City and the John F. Kennedy International Airport. Details of the delayed flights are as follows: Flight No. Route … Read the full news article
Estonian Air carried 43 627 passengers in January
2013-02-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — In January 2013, Estonian Air carried 43 627 passengers out of which 43 367 on regular flights. In the same month last year, Estonian Air carried 42 657 passengers. The regularity of Estonian Air flights in January was 99.3% and punctuality 84.8%. Estonian Air operated 1054 flights in January. In the same month… Read the full news article
Открыта продажа авиабилетов в Таиланд на следующий сезон
2013-02-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — S7 Airlines объявляет об открытии продаж авиабилетов на рейсы в Таиланд, которые будут выполняться в зимнем расписании 2013/2014 гг*. С октября 2013 года по март 2014 года S7 Airlines будет выполнять рейсы из Новосибирска, Иркутска, Красноярска и Хабаровска в Бангкок, а также из Новосибирска на остров Пхукет. Пассажиры S7 Airlines уже сейчас… Read the full news article
SkyTeam Members’ Premium Travelers Speed through Narita International Airport
First SkyPriority-branded fast-track security lane opens, enhances airport experience AMSTERDAM, 2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — A new SkyPriority fast-track security lane has opened at Tokyo’s Narita International Airport, offering SkyTeam’s premium customers a speedier airport experience from checking-in to boarding the plane. The dedicated security lane is located behind an easily identifiable, SkyPriority-branded wall. Available exclusively to Elite… Read the full news article
New online interactive tool to access both the performance data and targets of the Single European Sky
2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Performance Review Body of the EU Single European Sky (SES) has produced an online interactive Performance Dashboard under the provisions of its contract with the European Commission. This e-Dashboard shows actual and targeted performance at EU-wide, Functional Airspace Block/national and airport levels. The e-Dashboard contains graphics, clickable maps, a download area, methodological notes (meta-data) and… Read the full news article
The Calgary Airport Authority named a Top Employer in Alberta
2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Calgary Airport Authority is pleased to once again be named as one of Alberta’s Top Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc. This special designation recognizes employers that lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work. The Authority’s commitment to creating a dynamic work environment was also recognized by Mediacorp in 2009,… Read the full news article
London City Airport Appoints New Director Of Planning
2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — London City Airport [LCY] has appointed Rachel Ness as Director of Infrastructure, Strategy and Planning, strengthening its management team ahead of submitting an application to develop its infrastructure. Rachel joins from Covanta Energy where she was Director of Planning. A qualified planner with a wealth of experience gained over nearly 20 years,… Read the full news article
Hartsfield-Jackson still ‘world’s busiest airport’ in 2012
Airport makes history with record-breaking 95 million passengers, highest total for any aviation hub ATLANTA – 2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — The numbers are in! For the 15th consecutive year, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport has retained the title of world’s busiest airport. Aviation officials reported passenger traffic increased by more than 3.1 million passengers in 2012, making 2012… Read the full news article
Airport’s Green Build Summer 2013 Grand Opening on Schedule and on Budget
Significant Construction Milestones Ahead in 2013; Dual-Level Roadway Canopy Installation Under Way SAN DIEGO – 2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Construction on The Green Build Terminal 2 expansion continues to move forward on time and on budget, looking toward a grand opening this summer. To date, nearly 6,000 workers have had a role in The Green Build, the largest construction… Read the full news article
AIRPORT COMMISSIONERS APPROVE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT FOR LAX SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT STUDY, ADOPT STAFF-RECOMMENDED ALTERNATIVE
Los Angeles, California – 2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Los Angeles Board of Airport Commissioners today approved the Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the LAX Specific Plan Amendment Study (SPAS), including the Final LAX SPAS Report; the Staff-Recommended Alternative; and amendments to the LAX Plan and LAX Specific Plan. The Board also certified that the Draft… Read the full news article
PIA introduces Boeing 777 to Leeds Bradford Airport
2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has announced the introduction of Boeing 777 operations on their non-stop services from Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) to Islamabad from 13 March, 2013. This larger aircraft, renowned for its comfort and spaciousness, will offer enhanced cabin facilities providing 35 business class seats and 294 in economy. Passengers in… Read the full news article
Oman Air Adds Two Further Aircraft to Its Growing Fleet
2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Oman Air is further expanding its fleet of Boeing 737-800s with the introduction of two additional aircraft, bringing the airline’s total fleet strength to 30. The expansion follows shortly after the Sultanate of Oman and India signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to meet the increased demand for air services between the… Read the full news article
AIR FRANCE WISHES YOU A VERY HAPPY YEAR OF THE SNAKE 祝您新春快乐, 蛇年大吉
2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — To celebrate the Chinese New Year, Air France teams will be involved in several special events to celebrate the year of the snake with customers travelling to and from China. THE CHINESE NEW YEAR IN THE SPOTLIGHT AT PARIS-CHARLES DE GAULLE At Paris-Charles de Gaulle, the festivities will start on Friday 8… Read the full news article
THE ONLY WAY IS ESSEX – EASYJET LAUNCH SCOTLAND’S FIRST FLIGHT TO LONDON SOUTHEND
2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — easyJet, Scotland’s largest airline, will introduce the first direct flight between Edinburgh and London Southend from 2 May 2013. The new link will operate six times per week from Edinburgh Airport and fares go on sale today (7 February) starting from £31.49 one way*. The additional flights mean easyJet now provide over 10,000… Read the full news article
Love is in the air: Gatwick Airport passengers pick Edinburgh and Belfast over traditional Valentine’s retreats
2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Edinburgh and Belfast have flown into the top ten list of favourite Valentine’s destinations for Gatwick Airport passengers this year, with the two British cities coming third and seventh respectively in the airport’s top ten. Surprisingly, traditional romantic hotspots such as Venice and Rome did not feature at all in the top… Read the full news article
Gateway Airport Announces Three Final Candidates for Executive Director Position
Community Meet and Greet Planned MESA, Ariz., 2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport Authority announced today the three final candidates for the Executive Director position. Izzy Bonilla, Deputy Director at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, joins two internal candidates, Casey Denny, Gateway Airport Deputy Director and Jane Morris, Gateway Airport Director – Special Projects. All three candidates are… Read the full news article
Holidaymakers urged to check the cost of airline extras before booking
2013-02-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — The millions of UK sun-seekers looking to book flights this winter have been urged to check the cost of any airline fees and charges to make sure they don’t end up paying for services they don’t want. The warning comes from the UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), whose online tool helps people compare… Read the full news article
DAC and gate Gourmet opens the new VIP Catering Facility at Al Bateen Executive Airport
The new 770 square metre facility marks the launch of the first PPP at Abu Dhabi Airports Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2013-02-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC), the operator of Al Bateen Executive Airport, the dedicated business aviation airport in the Middle East, and gategroup of Switzerland, today officially opened the ‘Executive Gourmet’ catering… Read the full news article
Always up-to-date with the Lufthansa app
Apps and mobile website for smartphones in a new design 2013-02-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — Lufthansa has revamped its mobile portal mobile.lufthansa.com, which is designed special-ly for smartphone users. It has also updated the corresponding apps and added a number of new, practical functions. With this latest Lufthansa app, users of iOS- and Android-powered smartphones can receive automated flight… Read the full news article
ADAC Receives ACI’s Recognition of Quality Management Systems for 2012 And joins the APEX program
In its drive to implement aviation best practice internationally Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2013-02-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — In an Initiative to support the global drive to Further develop the aviation industry, Abu Dhabi Airports Company signed last week and Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Airport Council International (ACI) to partner with the council in their latest Safety… Read the full news article
CAA publishes research behind ATOL Pack Peace Of Mind campaign
2013-02-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) is today publishing research undertaken on its behalf by Opinion Leader Research, which informed the ongoing Pack Peace of Mind consumer communication campaign. The Pack Peace of Mind campaign is targeting consumers while they research and book their holidays, with online advertising and targeted press adverts, explaining… Read the full news article
Growth initiative to strengthen Copenhagen Airport as a hub
2013-02-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — A new growth committee gets powerful players to join forces in bolstering Copenhagen Airport for the intense international competition with other airports and regions. The airport is a driver of growth and jobs in all of Denmark and in southern Sweden, and the committee has been entrusted with the task of identifying ideas… Read the full news article
Silicon Valley’s Airport Staff Serve Not Your Ordinary Plane Food to Family Supportive Housing Residents
Meal Inspired by Airport Employee Published Cookbook SAN JOSE, 2013-02-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) teams up with Family Supportive Housing today to prepare and serve dinner to residents with a meal inspired by Airport Family Cookbook: Not Your Ordinary Plane Food, a collection of family and favorite recipes from SJC employees. As part of… Read the full news article
Simply the Best! Hartsfield-Jackson voted no.1 for amenities and more
ATLANTA, 2013-02-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is the best U.S. airport for passengers searching for dining, amenities and business traveler services, according to Travel Leaders Group’s annual Travel Trends Survey. Hartsfield-Jackson also soared to the top of the list as the best place for passengers with a connecting flight. “Hartsfield-Jackson is more than a busy… Read the full news article