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November 2018
A Whole New LGA: Jobtoberfest
Bringing Airport Jobs and Career Opportunities to the Local Community! Take flight into an exciting career within the aviation industry with the Council for Airport Opportunity. Attend a Jobtoberfest event to meet with the CAO recruitment team and employers. Please come professionally dressed and remember to bring the following documents required to secure employment at the airport: Resume State Issued Photo ID & Social Security Card One of the following: US Passport or Passport from Country of Origin Permanent Resident…
Find out more »16th Annual Cradle of Aviation Museum Air and Space Gala
The 16th Annual Cradle of Aviation Museum Air and Space Gala will be held on Wednesday, November 7, 2018. The Gala helps to support the development of new activities and educational programs, and this year honors the innovations of leaders in aviation, technical achievement and leadership. We are honored to present this year’s Spirit of Discovery Award to Apollo 7 Lunar Module Pilot Walter Cunningham, the Leroy R. Grumman Award to Teresa Ferraro, President, East/West Industries, Inc. and the Aviation Leadership Award to Tyler Morse, CEO &…
Find out more »Vaughn College Gala
Honoring Mary Ellen S. Jones Vice President, America Sales, Pratt & Whitney Commercial Engines Vaughn College is proud to honor Mary Ellen S. Jones, Vice President of Asia-Pacific Sales at Pratt & Whitney Commercial Engines. Ms. Jones is a true innovator and trailblazer who has contributed to the aviation and aerospace industries through the many senior executive roles in marketing, sales, customer support, communications and government relations she has held during her career. She is also an influential industry leader, having…
Find out more »Air Cargo Congestion: Finding Solutions
The Airforwarders Association has traveled the United States hearing from members in many key gateway cities about not just the unique features of their market, but also the challenges they face. New York, Let's Hear Your Story! Brandon Fried, Executive Director of the Airforwarders Association will be leading a discussion of local and national air cargo thought leaders to talk about JFK's unique position in the northeast and how the proposed investment will (or won't) impact cargo operations. Panelists:…
Find out more »USO Pathfinder Employment Workshop
An event for transitioning service members, veterans, and military spouses preparing for their next opportunity. Resume Review Interview Preparation Hiring insights Corporate Culture Professional Networking Professional Social Media Tips
Find out more »Global Elite Employment Open House
Global Security will be hosting open house style interviews and presentations. We are looking for qualified candidates for our Security Agent position at John F. Kennedy International Airport. Please bring all of the following VALID documents to the interview: Valid Driver’s License and/or Personal ID, Social Security Card, US Passport/Permanent Resident/Birth Certificate SGL and a resume. All candidates must be willing and able to obtain Airport Badging with the Department of Homeland Security. NOTE:Candidates must apply PRIOR to interview
Find out more »Free Health, Wellness & Safety Fair at JFK
Christ for the World Chapel in partnership with CitiMed and JFKIAT is hosting a Free Health, Wellness & Safety Fair for JFK Airport employees. Friday, November 16, 201811:00 to 15:00 hrs. T4 Conference Room (Chapel Area) Terminal 4 - 4th Floor Consultations with Health Care Professionals Blood Pressure and Glucose Screening Lifting Techniques to avoid injuries Cold Weather Protection Tips Therapy and much more! For more information call (718) 656-5693 or (718) 751-3800
Find out more »KAAMCO Dinner Dance on “The Spirit of NY”
Join Us For A Sparkling Skyline Evening of Dinner and Dancing Under the Stars As We Cruise The Manhattan Skyline Together! Boarding At Spirit of New York Chelsea Piers, NYC Optional Ground Transportation Courtesy of Golden Touch Transportation Buses will depart Building 14 at 4:45PM and return after the event. The Port Authority has confirmed vehicles can be left at Building 14 overnight should you prefer to take public transportation home. RSVP Contact: Judith Blainey • 2018KAAMCO@gmail • Tel: (917)…
Find out more »Tri-State Chapter Tuskegee Airmen Monthly Meeting
Based in the New York City metropolitan area (New York City, Long Island, northern New Jersey, southwestern Connecticut) the Claude B. Govan chapter has perhaps the largest number of actively involved Documented Original Tuskegee Airmen (DOTAs) in the nation. Membership is open to all those interested in advancing and supporting the mission of the Claude B. Govan Chapter and the Tuskegee Airmen, Incorporated.
Find out more »Fall 2018 Aviation Job Fair
We invite you to join the Council for Airport Opportunity, the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, and the Rockaway Development Revitalization Corporation for our FALL 2018 Aviation Job Fair on Friday, November 30, 2018 from 10:00 am until 2:00 pm at the Peninsula Preparatory Academy Charter School in Far Rockaway. Parking is available – please enter through the school’s Beach 20th Street/New Haven Ave courtyard, park, and proceed to the PPA gymnasium. Please arrive between 8:30 am…
Find out more »December 2018
JFK Rotary Club – Kids Christmas Party
Join Us As We Bring Christmas to 425 Special Needs Kids! THANK YOU to the following sponsors for their generosity and for bringing HUGE smiles to the kids in 2016! Airline Vending Aviation High School Brooke Jackman Foundation CLPA Courtney International Forwarders Duty Free Hilton Garden Inn HMS Host jetBlue JFK Chamber of Commerce Kuddlies the Clown L.I. Blues Warehouse McBreen & Kopko Mill Neck Manor School for the Deaf M & M OTG Management Poland Spring Royal Waste Russo’s on…
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NIAMCO Black Tie Dinner 2018
2018 Transportation Person of the Year Black Tie Dinner Dance Honoring John Magnifico, General Manager, Marriott Newark Airport Hotel Cocktail Reception, Dinner & Dancing • Evening Attire Event Benefits University Hospital MICU (Mobile Intensive Care Unit) serving Newark Liberty International Airport Newark International Airport Managers Council announces their annual Transportation Person of the Year black tie dinner dance at the Marriott Newark Airport Hotel, Friday, December 7, 2018. This year NIAMCO is proud to recognize as their 2018 Transportation Person…
Find out more »Cargo Operations Committee 40th Annual Holiday Dinner Dance
It is time to get ready for the Holiday’s! The annual KAAMCO Cargo Operations Holiday Dance & Diner Party on December 7th at the Lawrence Yacht & Country Club in Lawrence NY. This year we will be honoring Richard (Rich) Burkhardt, American Airlines General Manager Cargo Services as our 2018 KAAMCO Cargo Committee Person of the Year. Please try to reserve your seating early! We will have, with your support a great party and an exciting raffle. With your help,…
Find out more »Christ for the World Chapel Annual Christmas Concert
Christ for the World Chapel A ministry of the Council of Churches of the City of New York Annual Christmas Concert Saturday, December 8 from 2pm - 6pm Terminal 4, JFK Airport, Arrivals Hall For more details: 718.656.5693
Find out more »Anti-Sexual Harassment Workshop
You may have heard in the media that New York State has implemented new and very stringent anti-sexual harassment obligations for all employers (no matter the size) conducting business in the State of New York. It is one of the most aggressive sexual harassment laws in the country with many requirements being placed on the business. The law requires that every employer provide all employees annual interactive training on anti-sexual harassment, all employers must adopt and distribute an anti-sexual harassment…
Find out more »2018 JFK Air Cargo Association Annual Holiday Luncheon
The JFK Cargo Sales Manager Club & The JFK Air Cargo Association cordially invite you to our 57th Annual Holiday Luncheon. The annual event allows industry professionals to come together to celebrate the holiday season with spirit of giving! Attendees are required to bring an UNWRAPPED toy which will be donated to the U.S. Marine Corps "Toys for Tots" charity. Attendees are asked to bring a small gift for the raffles so that every attendee has the opportunity to go home…
Find out more »Pan Am Museum Foundation’s 30th Anniversary Flight 103 Memorial Gathering
Pan Am Museum Foundation is welcoming all to attend this event. In remembrance of the two hundred seventy people killed in the terrorist bombing of Pan American Airways Flight 103 over Lockerbie, Scotland December 21, 1988. It was the day the Heart of Pan Am Died - December 21st, 1988. At 1902, Greenwich Mean Time, a terrorist bomb ripped through Pan Am Clipper Maid of the Seas, raining death and destruction on the quiet town of Lockerbie, Scotland, killing all…
Find out more »February 2019
School Sisters of Notre Dame Mardi Gras Celebration
We will crown Katie Bliss as Queen, and Frank Desiderio as King of Mardi Gras, join us as we honor and celebrate them at this fundraiser. Mardi Gras 2019 will usher in a milestone year to celebrate 15 years since we opened our doors to just 18 women. Since 2004 we have welcomed almost 2,000 women through our doors.
Find out more »JFK Chamber of Commerce Networking Event
Please come and join us at this networking event where you have the opportunity to meet and connect with people and businesses from the community. Networking Event starts at 4:00pm-6:30pm
Find out more »February Luncheon With Speaker Russi Batiwala
Speaker: Russi Batiwala, CEO of Chapman Freeborn Topic: The Air Cargo Charter Market: Past, Present and Future An overview from the start of air chartering as we know it to “The Berlin Airlift” to today and what’s next. There will also be a short film on air dropping in Africa. Please note - we will not be able to take credit card payments at the door. ABOUT OUR SPEAKER: Growing up in an aviation family, it was clear from a young…
Find out more »March 2019
CALMM Monthly Meeting
COUNCIL OF AIRLINE MAINTENANCE MANAGERS We are a group of aircraft maintenance personnel who get together on a regular basis for collaboration and idea sharing within the aviation community We meet on a monthly basis and discuss the following: Industry issues Regulatory changes Airport updates Collaboration with service providors Community Networking Idea sharing CALMM encompasses the three major New York Area Airports (JFK-LGA-EWR)
Find out more »JFK Chamber of Commerce Luncheon
Guest speaker will be Eli Dourado, Global Policy & Communications, Boom Supersonic Eli Dourado, Global Policy & Communications, BOOM Supersonic Boom Supersonic is a Denver-based company making the planet dramatically more accessible, starting by building a Mach-2.2 airliner economical enough to operate at today’s business-class fares. Boom’s supersonic airliner, designed to carry 55 business-class travelers, enables world-changing itineraries like day trips to London, 5.5-hour flights between San Francisco and Tokyo, and Los Angeles to Sydney in just under 7 hours.…
Find out more »April 2019
FDU Open House at EWR
Master of Public Administration (MPA) TAILORED: Choose from 6 specializations, including Global Transportation Management CAREER RELEVANT: Knowledge you can apply on the job CONVENIENT: All classes are offered evenings at Newark Airport AFFORDABLE: Newark Airport preferential 50% tuition pricing OPEN HOUSE: Thursday, April 4 • 12–6 pm EWR Building One • RSVP: mpa@fdu.edu
Find out more »JFK Rotary Club’s Run the Runway 5k
Bud Heaning Memorial Run at JFK International Airport Open to All Categories and Age Groups Walkers Are Welcome Free Parking & Bag Check Race Starts and Ends at JFK Building 14 Registration/sign-in/bib pick-up starts at 7:00am, ends at 8:15am Last bus leaves for starting line at 8:40am Race starts at 9:00am (subject to airport security) NOTE: There will be a ceremony after the race to give out awards and raffle prizes. If you have time, you are welcome to attend the ceremony.
Find out more »4th Annual Powerful Women Luncheon: “Securing the Skies”
On behalf of the Women in Aviation Vaughn College Chapter we are excited to announce our upcoming 4th Annual Powerful Women Luncheon: "Securing the Skies," with the aim to empower and inspire students pursuing a safe aviation career. The event will take place on Tuesday, April 16, 2019, from 10:30 a.m. to 2:00 pm. We are reaching out to see if you would be interested in attending this year's celebration and in covering the event for the Metropolitan Airport News.…
Find out more »Rockaway Development & Revitalization Corporation 33rd Annual Tribute & Awards Gala Appeal
On Wednesday, May 15, 2019 Rockaway Development & Revitalization Corporation will be hosting its 33rd Annual Tribute and Awards Gala at Russo’s On the Bay that support our year-round programs focused on empowering underprivileged youth. Our programs and services now impact over 1,500 deserving Far Rockaway youth with summer and after-school jobs, career counseling, college preparedness, educational trips and life skills coaching services. Just as important, we provide our youth with a safe and supportive environment that they always don’t…
Find out more »May 2019
CAO Annual Spring Job Fair
Council For Airport Opportunity (CAO) is hosting our Annual Spring Job Fair on May 2nd at Terminal B, Newark Liberty International Airport.
Find out more »Vaughn College Celebrates International Drone Day
Tiny Quadcopter Race with prizes, Workshops, Expert Panels, Fly Your Own Drones, and more! Vaughn College is celebrating the fourth annual International Drone Day on Saturday, May 4, 2019, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with a variety of activities for all area drone enthusiasts. Attendees can fly their drones in the hangar; attend workshops on how to utilize Computer-Aided Design (CAD) to model simple parts and experiment designing their own quadcopter, gain exposure and an introduction to the programming…
Find out more »Columbia Association of U.S. Customs 71st Annual Dinner & Dance
Man of the Year Honoring: James Forkan, Branch Chief, NCSD Office of Trade Ralph Tramantano, Senior Director - Supply Chain, Stone Source LLC
Find out more »FDU EWR Open House – Master of Public Administration (MPA)
Master of Public Administration (MPA) TAILORED FOCUS: Choose from 6 specializations, including Global Transportation Management TRANSFORMATIONAL: Knowledge to advance your career CONVENIENT: All classes are offered evenings at Newark Airport Newark International Airport Building One RSVP: mpa@fdu.edu Next Open House: Wednesday, June 12 Global Affairs (201) 692-2741 | fdu.edu/mpa
Find out more »46th LGA Kiwanis Annual Charity Ball
The Kiwanis Club of LaGuardia Airport is holding its 46th Annual Charity Ball to celebrate 78 years of service.
Find out more »June 2019
JFK Rotary Club Dinner
We invite you to visit us. We meet twice a month, the first Tuesday of every month is our dinner meeting and the third Wednesday of every month is our lunch meeting.
Find out more »Queens ASDO 37th Aviation Networking Event
The Queens Air Services Development Office (ASDO) will host its 37th Aviation Networking Event In this “reverse” trade show, buyers and major contractors staff tables, while vendors and service suppliers visit each table, sharing information on products and services that are available locally. It’s like making 40 sales calls in one morning! This event is free of charge, however, reservations are required. Please call (718) 244-6852 for additional information, or register online.
Find out more »PALS Above & Beyond 2019 Gala
This year we will be honoring two remarkable Long-Island based pilots, John Bruno and Richard Burton, with our Flight of Hope Award. These two men have served PALS by generously donating over 100 flights, and since joining our organization in 2014, they have flown over 17,500 passenger miles! Additionally, we will be honoring our first ever Corporate Social Responsibility Innovator, Scott Ashton, CEO, Corporate Service Supply & Manufacturing. Scott not only serves as a PALS Board Member and Volunteer Pilot, but inspires his organization and other corporate…
Find out more »GatewayJFK 2019 Annual Meeting
The meeting is free and open to the public, but you must be a registered member to vote. GatewayJFK serves all property owners, commercial tenants and residents within the Greater JFK Industrial Business Improvement District however, only registered members may vote and elect the Board of Directors. According to our by-laws, registered members must own or rent property inside the district boundaries and also register with the GatewayJFK office. Members only need to register once, and individuals will remain a…
Find out more »JFK Rotary Club Luncheon
The third Wednesday of every month is our lunch meeting (at 12:00 noon)
Find out more »Queens Centers For Progress Annual Gala
Honoring: Douglas J. Meyer, Senior Vice President, Bank Leumi USA Francine Salomon, President, J.F.A. Insurance Brokerage & Associates, Inc. Nancy Vargas, CEO, DH2 Transportation Hon. David I. Weprin, Assemblyman, Assembly District 24
Find out more »Developing your Future Leaders: Succession Planning
Developing talent and finding your future leaders can be challenging! Are you looking to develop and grow your boots on the ground; are you in need of finding the next generation of Leaders within your company? Then save the date, and join us to learn more! Our Leadership Committee Breakfast will take place on Thursday, June 27th, where you will hear from our Succession Planning Subject Matter Experts, Ms. Nora Bassett, and Ms. Bonnie Lee. Learn how to identify key…
Find out more »July 2019
JFK Rotary Annual Ladies Golf Outing & Spa Day
JFK ROTARY ANNUAL LADIES GOLF OUTING & SPA DAY Registration - 10:00am Brunch - 11:00am Putting Contest - 11:15am Shotgun Start - 12:00pm Cocktails/Dinner - 5:30pm
Find out more »The Search for Captain Musick & the Samoan Clipper
Broadcasting Live from The Nautilus Working with the Air Sea Heritage Foundation, the objective of this expedition is to locate, identify, and document the wreckage of Samoan Clipper, a Pan American Airways Sikorsky S-42B flying boat lost off the northwest coast of Tutuila, American Samoa in January 1938. If successful, the resulting survey will characterize an archaeological site with major significance to aviation history, determine the final resting place of pioneering Captain Edwin C. Musick and his 6-man crew, plus investigate…
Find out more »August 2019
New York Metro Chapter of the Black Pilots of America
The New York Metro Chapter of the Black Pilots of America Chapter has its monthly meeting the first Sunday of each month from at Farmingdale Republic Airport at the Flight King NYC located on the airport grounds from 3pm-5pm. For information about the organization I can be reach at (347)721-6199 or email info@nymbpa.com
Find out more »LAAMCO Monthly Meeting
All Laamco meetings take place on the first Wednesday of every month unless otherwise noted. Location: LaGuardia Airport, Terminal B – Central Terminal Building (CTB) United Airlines, Conference Room 3721 Times: 1000-1100 (Closed Session) 1100-1130 (Open Session)
Find out more »KAAMCO Cargo Operations Committee Annual Fishing Trip
KAAMCO Cargo Operations Committee Annual Fishing Trip Time: 7:45am Sharp!- 3:30pm Boat: "Captain Pete" Cost: $85/person Reservation must be in by July 31st. No tickets at the boat please! RSVP: Jayne Cell: 516-508-8996 Email: flyjayne1955@aol.com
Find out more »LaGuardia Airport Kiwanis Monthly Meeting
The Kiwanis Club of LaGuardia (LGA) Airport meets the 2nd & 4th Thursday of each month at 1:00PM.
Find out more »Civil Air Patrol Falcon Squadron Meeting
Falcon Squadron meets on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month (excluding holidays) 1900-2100 HRS Falcon Squadron is a Senior Member unit (adults only) based at JFK International Airport. As volunteers for the United States Air Force Auxiliary - Civil Air Patrol (CAP), we proudly serve our nation, state, city and local communities by performing missions for CAP in the areas of Air Search and Rescue, Aerospace Education and Cadet Programs. Civil Air Patrol has over 60,000 members nationally.…
Find out more »JFK Chamber of Commerce General Monthly Meeting
Time: 8:30am to 10:00am Where: JFK International Airport, Building 14 – Conference Room “A” Info: Guests welcome, but must RSVP. Light breakfast will be served.
Find out more »15th Annual Dan Ferrante Golf Classic
“The Premier Event of the JFK International Airport Cargo Community” The Committee looks forward to us joining together in remembrance of our friends Dan Ferrante, Ron LeBac, and Diane Loyd. felicia.rizza@dfgojfk.org or Joe.cipolla@dfgojfk.org
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