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IAA received more than $18 million in federal and state grants in support of projects at the Indianapolis International Airport

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$9.7 million in 2019 FAA grants available for consolidated snow removal facility construction INDIANAPOLIS, IN, 2019-Oct-02 — /Travel PR News/ — The Indianapolis Airport Authority has received more than $18 million in federal and state grants this year in support of projects at the Indianapolis International Airport (IND) and its reliever airports. Nearly $9.7 million is… Read the full press release

Indy Airport Employee recognized with Hoosier Hospitality Award

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Walker recognized for his role in creating a welcoming atmosphere at IND INDIANAPOLIS, IN, 2019-Aug-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Todd Walker is an important reason why the Indianapolis International Airport (IND) has been recognized by some of the most prestigious organizations – and most importantly millions of passengers – as a world-class airport, and the… Read the full press release

Indy Airport: Rare Video Filmed on Airfield to Run Through December 2019

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IND arts program highlights ‘artists whose work doesn’t fit neatly into an exhibition case’ INDIANAPOLIS, IN, 2019-Jul-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Rare video art captured onsite at the Indianapolis International Airport (IND) is on exhibit between the departures level and baggage claim through the end of 2019. The video, An Open Flight created by local Hoosier… Read the full press release

Indianapolis International Airport welcomed nearly 2.2 million passengers in the first quarter of 2019

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Traffic Exceeds 2.1 Million in First Quarter of 2019 INDIANAPOLIS, IN, 2019-May-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Nearly 2.2 million passengers flew through the Indianapolis International Airport (IND) in the first quarter of 2019, and March alone set a new record with more than 880,000 passengers. In all, the first quarter 2019 passenger traffic increased 2%… Read the full press release

Indianapolis Airport Authority earns the first Envision Bronze Award for Taxiway B at Eagle Creek Airpark

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Eagle Creek Airpark early adopter in using new sustainable construction process INDIANAPOLIS, IN, 2019-May-08 — /Travel PR News/ — The Indianapolis Airport Authority has been intelligently investing the millions in federal and state grant funding it received last year to maintain, in part, its general aviation airport system – including Taxiway B at Eagle Creek Airpark… Read the full press release

IND welcomes Spirit Airlines’ new, seasonal nonstop flight to Myrtle Beach

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Spirit Airlines launches third nonstop flight from Indy in the past six weeks, with more to come INDIANAPOLIS, IN, 2019-May-07 — /Travel PR News/ — The Indianapolis International Airport (IND) adds another flight to the popular vacation spot of Myrtle Beach today (May 2, 2019), as Spirit Airlines launches its new, seasonal nonstop flight to… Read the full press release

Indianapolis Airport Authority deploys iinside’s solution for monitoring passenger queuing

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LiDAR-based Motion Analytics Platform to Monitor Airport Passenger Traffic in Real-Time ANAHEIM, Calif. and INDIANAPOLIS, 2019-Apr-24 — /Travel PR News/ — iinside, the leader in motion analytics in airports and other large public spaces, today (04/03/19) announced that it has been selected by the Indianapolis Airport Authority to install its solution for monitoring passenger queuing at… Read the full press release

The Indianapolis International Airport hosts the story of origin and watercolor this spring and summer

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Photography and watercolors on display until July 2019 INDIANAPOLIS, IN, 2019-Apr-24 — /Travel PR News/ — The Indianapolis International Airport (IND) hosts the story of origin and watercolor this spring and summer as part of the airport’s rotating art exhibition in partnership with the Arts Council of Indianapolis. The works of photographer Bill Rasdell and The… Read the full press release

Spirit announces nonstop routes from Indy to Tampa, Florida and Fort Myers, Florida starting this winter

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MIRAMAR, Fla., 2019-Mar-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Hey Indy, how about some more nonstops?  Spirit Airlines is celebrating the launch of its inaugural service from Indianapolis International Airport (IND) with the announcement of two additional nonstop routes set to rollout this winter.  Beginning November 14, 2019, Spirit will add nonstop routes from Indy to Tampa,… Read the full press release

Indianapolis International Airport to host art works of local artists at new semi-permanent exhibitions

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New semi-permanent installations complement airport’s rotating art INDIANAPOLIS, IN, 2019-Mar-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Three Indianapolis-area artists will showcase their creative work at the Indianapolis International Airport (IND) via two new, semi-permanent art installations and a new video. The pieces serve to highlight the artists’ interpretations of everyday reality. “We believe in creating a… Read the full press release

Indy Airport to make Valentine’s Day even sweeter with treats from the South Bend Chocolate Company and a special performance from Indianapolis Ballet

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Event ‘gives us another reason to gather and celebrate all that is Indianapolis’ INDIANAPOLIS, IN, 2019-Feb-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Love will be in the air at the Indianapolis International Airport (IND) on Feb. 14, as Indianapolis Ballet showcases a special performance in Civic Plaza to celebrate the most romantic day of the year. Six… Read the full press release

The capital of Indiana will host the Routes Americas 2020 air service development conference

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Indianapolis, IN, 2019-Jan-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Following a highly competitive bidding process, Indianapolis came out as the winner after the Indiana Economic Development Corporation, the state of Indiana’s lead economic development organisation, came together with the Indianapolis Airport Authority and Visit Indy, the city’s tourist board, in order to propose hosting the prestigious event…. Read the full press release

Indianapolis International Airport to welcome new specialty retail and services vendors

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New shops, expanded stores selling high-end brands and local products Indianapolis, IN, 2019-Jan-21 — /Travel PR News/ — The Indianapolis Airport Authority Board approved five new contracts for specialty retail and services vendors today (Jan. 18, 2019)  during the IAA’s monthly board meeting at the Indianapolis International Airport (IND). These contracts are the first round of approvals… Read the full press release

Indy Airport kicks off holiday season with public events

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Santa’s Arrival Kicks Off Holiday Season INDIANAPOLIS, IN, 2018-Nov-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Santa will dash across the tarmac this afternoon at the Indianapolis International Airport (IND), arriving on a fire truck for his grand entrance to greet more than 1,000 children and families. Today’s sold out Holly Jolly Jetway celebration kicks off a month… Read the full press release

Indianapolis International Airport’s fall/winter art exhibition to feature the work of three talented Hoosier artists

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Hoosier artists’ work in wood, paint, fabric take the spotlight INDIANAPOLIS, IN, 2018-Nov-22 — /Travel PR News/ — The Indianapolis International Airport (IND) is showcasing the work of three talented Hoosier artists this fall and winter, spotlighting their artistic visions as expressed in wood, paint and fabric. The exhibition will be on display at the Indy… Read the full press release

Indianapolis International Airport marks 10-year anniversary of Colonel H. Weir Cook Terminal

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Next decade to bring FedEx expansion, more tech, international flights INDIANAPOLIS, IN, 2018-Nov-09 — /Travel PR News/ — The Indianapolis International Airport (IND) marks an historical milestone today (11/07/18) as the Colonel H. Weir Cook Terminal, which opened in 2008, celebrates its 10-year anniversary. The terminal, described as “new, bright and beautiful” recently by Travel +… Read the full press release

Indianapolis International Airport named the Best Airport in the United States for the fifth consecutive year by Condé Nast Traveler

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Announcement marks the fifth consecutive year Indy airport awarded with top title Indianapolis, IN, 2018-Oct-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Using feedback from nearly half a million travelers, Condé Nast Traveler has named the Indianapolis International Airport (IND) as the Best Airport in the United States for the fifth consecutive year. Condé Nast awarded the title… Read the full press release

American Airlines and Southwest Airlines now offer new self-serve kiosks at Indianapolis International Airport

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Indianapolis, IN, 2018-Sep-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Passengers flying out of the Indianapolis International Airport (IND) via American Airlines and Southwest Airlines now have the option to tag and check their bags with new ticket-counter self-service kiosks. The new technology is a growing trend toward providing a better passenger experience. The new kiosks provide a… Read the full press release

Indianapolis Airport Authority commemorates the seventeenth anniversary of the infamous tragedy that occurred on Sept. 11, 2001

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Ceremony to remember, celebrate ‘collective strength of the American People’ Indianapolis, IN, 2018-Sep-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Today (Sept. 11, 2018) the Indianapolis Airport Authority hosted a ceremony at the Indianapolis International Airport (IND) to commemorate the seventeenth anniversary of the infamous tragedy that occurred on Sept. 11, 2001. The ceremony, which included IAA… Read the full press release

Indianapolis Airport Authority employee Agostos Nyemah earns Hoosier Hospitality Award

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Nyemah is a shining example of Hoosier Hospitality Indianapolis, IN, 2018-Aug-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Indianapolis Airport Authority employee Agostos Nyemah has a unique gift among Hoosiers – one that he recently stepped outside of his job description to leverage in helping an international passenger get to his destination. That above-and-beyond act earned him… Read the full press release

The Indianapolis Airport Authority to host St. Vincent Flyaway 5K cancer run/walk charity event on Sept. 15

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Charity event offers ‘a unique experience on the airfield’ INDIANAPOLIS, 2018-Aug-07 — /Travel PR News/ — The Indianapolis Airport Authority will hold its first-ever run/walk charity event on the airfield of the Indianapolis International Airport (IND) in mid-September. Holding the event on the airfield will provide a unique and memorable location for the annual St…. Read the full press release

Indianapolis Airport Authority employees named to the 2019 Stanley K. Lacy Executive Leadership Series and to the Airport Business Magazine’s 40 Under 40 List

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Stanley K. Lacy program, Airport Business find top protégés at Indy airport INDIANAPOLIS, 2018-Jul-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Two rising young stars within the Indianapolis Airport Authority’s management team are in the spotlight this month for their professional achievements, leadership potential and community commitment. IAA’s Manager of Communications Megan Carrico and Business Development Analyst… Read the full press release

Indianapolis Airport Authority completes $1.5 million in improvements to the Metropolitan Airport

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$1.5 million in improvements funded in part by federal and state grants INDIANAPOLIS, 2018-Jul-13 — /Travel PR News/ — The Indianapolis Airport Authority has completed $1.5 million in improvements to the Metropolitan Airport, within budget and ahead of schedule. Located within Fishers, Ind., the Metropolitan Airport is part of the Indianapolis International Airport (IND) general… Read the full press release

The Indianapolis Airport Authority: Indianapolis is becoming a national hub for aviation career development

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INDIANAPOLIS, 2018-Jun-02 — /Travel PR News/ — The Indianapolis Airport Authority Executive Director Mario Rodriguez said Indianapolis is becoming a national hub for aviation career development, in light of Republic Airways’ announcement today  (May 31, 2018) regarding the Leadership in Flight Training Academy that will be located on the Indianapolis International Airport (IND) campus. “The aviation industry… Read the full press release

Republic Airways to build commercial aviation pilot training campus at the Indianapolis International Airport

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INDIANAPOLIS, 2018-Jun-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Governor Eric J. Holcomb, Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett and officials from the Indianapolis Airport Authority joined executives from Republic Airways, an Indianapolis-based regional airline, today (05/31/18) as the company announced plans to establish a U.S.-based flight training academy in Indianapolis that will train hundreds of students and aviation… Read the full press release

Indianapolis International Airport welcomes new nonstop flights from Southwest, Frontier and Allegiant to Austin, Philadelphia and Sarasota-Bradenton

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INDIANAPOLIS, 2018-Apr-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Following on the heels of Allegiant Air’s inaugural flight on Friday to previously unserved Charleston, South Carolina, four additional nonstop flights will take off from the Indianapolis International Airport (IND) over the next seven days, including Allegiant’s inaugural flight to the Sarasota-Bradenton area in Florida – also a… Read the full press release

Indianapolis International Airport launches new Global Entry kiosks

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Program another reason Indy airport is Best Airport in North America INDIANAPOLIS, 2018-Mar-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Passengers arriving from international destinations at the Indianapolis International Airport (IND) may now spend less time in customs processing, as the Indianapolis Airport Authority and the U.S. Customs and Border Protection launch new Global Entry kiosks — just… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines’ launches its first international nonstop flight to Cancun, Mexico from Indianapolis International Airport

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Cancun today, then Austin in April and Oakland in July INDIANAPOLIS, 2018-Mar-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Taking off just in time for last-minute, spring-break plans or for a summer getaway, Southwest Airlines’ launched its first international nonstop flight to Cancun, Mexico out of the Indianapolis International Airport (IND) today (March 10, 2018). The airline’s… Read the full press release

Indianapolis International Airport welcomes Frontier Airlines’ nonstop flights to Austin

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Flight will further connect Indianapolis to Central Texas INDIANAPOLIS, 2018-Feb-16 — /Travel PR News/ — When it comes to the Indianapolis International Airport (IND), one thing is for certain: You can get there from here — especially if you’re headed to Austin, Texas. This week Frontier Airlines announced it will add a nonstop flight out of Indy… Read the full press release

Indianapolis International Airport ranked as the top U.S. domestic airport in the Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards

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Award based on responses from more than 300,000 travelers Indianapolis, 2017-Oct-21 — /Travel PR News/ — The Indianapolis International Airport (IND) has been ranked as the top domestic airport in the U.S. for the fourth year in a row in the Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards. Rankings were determined based on input from more… Read the full press release