Category Archives: Travel Safety

Bahrain Airport Company to organise Bahrain delegation to attend the Aviation Security Management programme in Singapore

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2013-07-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — In keeping with the company’s commitment to providing secure and a comfortable travel experience at Bahrain International Airport (BIA), Bahrain Airport Company (BAC) liaised with its’ partners to attend the Aviation Security Management programme in Singapore. Held at Singapore Aviation Academy, the training course provided participants with a comprehensive overview of the… Read the full press release

Skytrax says global Airline Safety Rating is not feasible

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2013-07-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Skytrax do not publish a separate rating of airline safety standards or list airline safety record details, because there is no accurate, global reference of safety standards and/or safety incidents which provides information that can be truly trusted by passengers, or supplies total accuracy to customers in choosing an airline. This can… Read the full press release

Asiana Airlines released its official Statement from July 8th Press Conference on OZ214 Incident

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2013-07-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Asiana would like to provide a brief update regarding the status of OZ214. The special charter flight dispatched by Asiana Airlines yesterday at 13:33 (Korea Time) carrying twelve support staff, eight government inspectors and members of the Korean media has arrived on location in San Francisco. Its passengers have begun supporting the victims and their… Read the full press release

Investigation task force on Hong Kong International Airport Gate W71 air-bridge collapse identified metal fatigue of bolts as the root cause

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HONG KONG, 2013-07-04 — /travelprnews.com/ —  Metal fatigue in the bolts holding together two rotunda flanges was the root cause of the rare air-bridge collapse at Gate W71 of Hong Kong International Airport’s Northwest Concourse on 7 April, the investigation task force announced today. The task force added that the fatigue developed as a result… Read the full press release

Clay County Missouri Sheriff Opens Office at Kansas City Downtown Airport

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2013-07-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Clay County Sheriff’s Deputies will now have a satellite office available to them at the Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport to better serve Clay County residents and businesses. Clay County, Missouri, is one of the major counties that comprise the metropolitan area of Kansas City, Missouri. It is the third most populous… Read the full press release

The UK Civil Aviation Authority opened public consultations on the implementation of the Standardised European Rules of the Air (SERA)

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2013-06-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) today launched a consultation on its proposals for the implementation of the Standardised European Rules of the Air (SERA). The consultation period runs from 25 June 2013 to 28 August 2013. Full details of the consultation, including how to submit comment on the CAA’s proposals, can… Read the full press release

Abu Dhabi Airports Company launched four month staff summer safety and heat awareness campaign

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Part of ADAC’s initiatives to protect the well-being of its employees serving the Capital’s airports Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2013-06-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC) has launched its comprehensive four month staff summer safety and heat awareness campaign, to ensure that employees have the knowledge and tools they need to work safely during… Read the full press release

UK Civil Aviation Authority study reveals loss of control responsible for 40 per cent of air accidents

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2013-06-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has today published a study of recent world-wide air accidents. The CAA said the findings of its Global Fatal Accident Review 2002-2011 will help it identify major safety issues and trends allowing it to develop key safety initiatives in co-ordination with UK airlines. The CAA’s Global… Read the full press release

The CAA Proposes to Replace Class F Advisory Routes in the London and Scottish Flight Information Regions

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2013-06-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has released additional information in support of its proposals to replace Class F Advisory Routes in the London and Scottish Flight Information Regions. The consultation with the aviation community was launched on 8 April 2013. The CAA proposes to replace Class F Advisory Routes with Class… Read the full press release

Manchester Airport, International Fire Training Centre (IFTC) to partner on firefighter training courses

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2013-06-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Manchester Airport is set to become a training partner with the International Fire Training Centre (IFTC) and host firefighter training courses at the airport from next week. Together, the two businesses will deliver training to airport fire and rescue services and in doing so, they aim to deliver real benefits to the… Read the full press release

New report identifies large portion of industry at risk from slow adoption

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Travel industry “exposed” by inefficient payment systems Melbourne, Australia, 2013-05-10 — /travelprnews.com/ —  eNett has predicted that the travel industry faces “being left behind” as the cost of out-dated payment systems and payment methods fail to keep up with technology usage in other areas. The research, the first of its kind to explore the views of… Read the full press release

Flight safety briefing for pilots attending this year’s AeroExpo event at Sywell Aerodrome

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2013-04-25— /travelprnews.com/ — Pilots attending this year’s AeroExpo event at Sywell Aerodrome can receive a personal safety briefing on the Airspace & Safety Initiative (ASI) stand. Safety experts will be on hand to guide private pilots through a virtual flight, highlighting potential risks and advising on good practice to help avoid, in particular, infringements of controlled… Read the full press release

Safety and Environment Focus for FirstGroup

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2013-04-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — FirstGroup, the leading transport operator in the UK and North America, last week (16 April) hosted its annual Safety and Environmental Awards Dinner.  The awards reinforce First’s commitment to safety and the environment by recognising the achievements of its people and companies throughout the UK. More than 230 of FirstGroup’s senior management… Read the full press release

Gateway Airport Authority will be conducting an emergency response exercise on Tuesday, April 23, 2013

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Event will test emergency response plans MESA, Ariz., 2013-04-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport Authority will be conducting a triennial emergency response exercise at the Airport on Tuesday, April 23, 2013, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. The realistic exercise is a Federal Aviation Administration certification requirement to test airfield disaster preparedness… Read the full press release

Marriott Responds to Boston Explosions

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2013-04-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — As a member of the Boston community, with eight Marriott and Ritz-Carlton hotels in the immediate vicinity, we are saddened by the tragedy caused by the explosions near the finish line of the Boston Marathon in Massachusetts. Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims of this terrible incident. At this time,… Read the full press release

The UK Civil Aviation Authority announce intention to replace Class F airspace

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2013-04-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has launched a consultation with the aviation community concerning its proposals to replace Class F Advisory Routes in the London and Scottish Flight Information Regions. This follows an International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) audit of the UK in February 2009 and detailed consideration of the airspace… Read the full press release

TSA PreCheck Improves Security and Efficiency; Should Be Expanded

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Removing Barriers to Enrollment Will Boost Security While Reducing Cost Growth Washington, D.C., 2013-04-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — In testimony today before the House Homeland Security Committee’s Subcommittee on Transportation Security, Geoff Freeman, executive vice president and chief operating officer of the U.S. Travel Association, said that the Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) modern, risk-based passenger aviation screening system known… Read the full press release

Copenhagen Airport has the world’s best and friendliest security process

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2013-04-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — A total of 12.1 million passengers have rated 395 airports worldwide in the Skytrax international survey of passenger satisfaction, and the conclusion is clear: Copenhagen Airport has the world’s best and most friendly security process. “At a time when airport security screening is usually seen as a necessary evil, it is extremely… Read the full press release

Civil Aviation Authority is warning British holidaymakers to make sure they get an ATOL certificate to avoid being left out of pocket

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2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — With the cold weather continuing, thousands of British holidaymakers are expected to book summer getaways this Easter weekend however, the UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) is warning people to make sure they get an ATOL certificate to avoid being left out of pocket. Today’s warning comes as new research reveals that some… Read the full press release

The CAA has launched a new training package focusing on the maintenance of core pilot flying skills

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2013-03-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Improved cockpit monitoring amongst flight crew – where pilots check each others’ actions and the aircraft’s response – is an important tool in reducing the number of potential safety incidents, the UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) said today. With the aviation industry increasingly seeking safety gains by focusing on the maintenance of… Read the full press release

IATA called for government and industry to join forces to Improve Indian Aviation

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Delhi, 2013-03-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called for government and industry to join forces on a series of projects to enhance safety, security and efficiency in India. These would align with IATA’s longstanding calls for improved infrastructure, cost reduction and a relief from excessive taxation. “I propose a series of projects… Read the full press release

The Massachusetts Port Authority Board approves an additional Funding for renovations and security improvements of Terminal B at Boston Logan International Airport

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Terminal renovations boost customer service, accommodate airline mergers and allow passengers to avoid rescreening Boston, 2013-03-22 — /travelprnews.com/ —  The Massachusetts Port Authority Board today (March 21) approved an additional $54 million to fully-fund renovations and security improvements of Terminal B. Last September, the Board authorized an initial $70 million to partially fund the project… Read the full press release

GBTA Asks For Delay In Knife Policy On Board Aircraft

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Alexandria, VA, 2013-03-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — The following statement can be attributed to Michael W. McCormick, GBTA executive director and COO, on the Transportation Security Administration’s decision to allow knives on board aircraft. “The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) urges the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to delay implementation of its recently announced policy allowing passengers to… Read the full press release

EASA certifies the Airbus A400M

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The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) today handed over a type certificate for the Airbus A400M to Airbus Military. 2013-03-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — This type certificate supersedes a restricted type certificate that was issued by EASA in April 2012 for the same type. It follows the satisfactory completion of a functioning and reliability flight testing campaign… Read the full press release

Air France: Normal Flight Operations Expected to Return Tomorrow, Thursday 14 March 2013

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2013-03-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Air France expects to return to normal flight operations tomorrow, Thursday 14 March 2013. This evening, Air France flight operations remain disrupted with some delays. Air France teams are still doing all they can to limit any inconvenience caused by these bad weather conditions. Since Tuesday 12 March, Air France has sent close… Read the full press release

Patrick Ky appointed as new EASA Executive Director

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The Management Board of the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) today announced the appointment of Mr. Patrick Ky as Executive Director of EASA with effect from 1 September 2013. 2013-03-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mr. Patrick Ky is currently Executive Director of the Single European Sky Air Traffic Management Research (SESAR) Joint Undertaking and has driven the… Read the full press release

Single European Sky Performance Scheme Targets Set to Disappoint Again

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Geneva, 2013-03-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) criticized the decision of the European Single Sky Committee to endorse weakened Performance and Charging Scheme regulations for air navigation services over the period 2015-2019. The decision was made on 8 March and impacts the calendar years 2015-2019 (known as Reference Period 2 or RP2)…. Read the full press release

Finavia is campaigning for smooth security checks

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2013-03-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — This year, Finavia, responsible for airport and air navigation services in Finland, will highlight security check matters to an even greater extent to make airport security check lines as smooth as possible. “Security checks are a compulsory part of modern air travel. We are continuously working to ensure convenient security checks for… Read the full press release

Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2013 offered as free ebook to celebrate 1,000,000 fans each on Twitter and Facebook

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2013-03-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — Lonely Planet, the world’s #1 guidebook publisher, reached 1 million fans each on both Twitter and Facebook this week. To celebrate, and thank its loyal community, the publisher has launched its “Thanks a Million” campaign. As part of the campaign, Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2013, the latest edition of the annual series… Read the full press release

IATA: Balancing Risk and Regulation – A Pragmatic Approach to Aviation Security

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New York, 2013-03-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called upon governments to work with industry to develop a pragmatic approach to keeping aviation secure by balancing risk and regulation. “We have a big responsibility—keeping more than 3 billion air travelers, nearly 50 million tonnes of freight and the world’s economies securely connected… Read the full press release