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Metropolitan Airport News
Produced by a team of aviation professionals and enthusiasts, our mission is to inform and update the more than 68,000 employees who work on the metropolitan New York airport properties, as well as the many others that provide goods and services in the surrounding communities.
Airbus SE and Bombardier Inc. are to become partners on the C Series aircraft programme. A corresponding agreement was signed today. The agreement brings together Airbus’ global reach and scale with Bombardier’s newest, state-of-the-art jet aircraft family, positioning both partners to fully unlock the value of the C Series platform and create significant new value for customers, suppliers, employees and shareholders. Under the agreement, Airbus will provide procurement, sales and marketing, and customer support expertise to the C Series Aircraft Limited Partnership (CSALP), the entity that manufactures and sells the C Series. At closing, Airbus will acquire a 50.01% interest…
Aramex, the disruptive leader in the global logistics and transportation industry, has recently run a study in Dubai to measure the efficiency of deliveries to regular street addresses versus 3 word addresses provided by innovative addressing system what3words. The study found that, over 100 deliveries, using 3 word addresses was 42% faster and reduced the total distance travelled by delivery drivers by 22%. what3words is a global addressing system that has divided the world into 3m x 3m squares, each with a unique address made of 3 words. The 3 word address ///index.home.raft, for example, identifies the exact front entrance…
To ensure the security of airline passengers and the nation’s airports, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has begun to implement new, stronger screening procedures for carry-on items at airports across the country with the procedures being phased in at all Upstate New York airports in the weeks ahead. The new procedures require travelers to place all personal electronic devices larger than a cell phone in bins for X-ray screening and are designed to address the current terror threat by raising the baseline of aviation security. The new procedures were originally announced earlier this year. “TSA constantly enhances its security procedures to…
Southwest Airlines Co. celebrates Disney∙Pixar’s all-new, big-screen adventure “Coco” in high-flying style this fall with a comprehensive program that includes a Boeing 737-700 aircraft emblazoned with the vibrant “Coco” logo and artwork inspired by the film. The aircraft will fly among the carrier’s nearly 100 destinations throughout the United States, Mexico, Central America, and Caribbean through the end of 2017. As the largest domestic carrier in the U.S. serving more than 115 million passengers yearly*, Southwest Airlines connects People every day to what is important in their lives. With Disney∙Pixar’s “Coco,” Southwest connects its Customers to an all-new story that’s both exciting and inspiring. The…
Southwest Airlines Co. today shared plans to begin selling tickets in 2018 for service to Hawaii and also announced its intention to launch an application process for Federal Aviation Administration authorization for Extended Operations (ETOPS). Service details are to be announced at a later date. “A day long-awaited by our Customers, fans, and more than 55,000 of the world’s most-loved airline Employees is finally within sight—a day that will showcase your Hospitality, about as far Southwest as you can go in the U.S.,” Chairman & CEO Gary Kelly told thousands of Southwest Employees at a Company gathering in Southern California. “Hawaii is an important place for Southwest…
JetBlue, in partnership with Atlas Air Worldwide, today transported more than 110 tons of much-needed supplies to Puerto Rico to aid in relief and recovery efforts. JetBlue previously outlined its 100x35JetBlue commitment to launch 35 initiatives over 100 days – and beyond to support the immediate needs of crewmembers, customers, and communities in Puerto Rico. As part of this initiative, JetBlue has collected generous donations from a variety of like-minded organizations, including the Food Bank for New York City, the American Red Cross, and the Afya Foundation. Atlas Air graciously donated and operated a 747 cargo aircraft to get supplies from New…
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced a nearly $4 million federal grant for the Port Authority to reduce emissions at JFK, in partnership with JetBlue and the New York Power Authority. The Voluntary Airport Low Emissions from the Federal Aviation Administration grant will be used for the installation of 38 charging stations at Terminal 5 at John F. Kennedy International Airport. These stations will enable the electrification of 116 baggage tugs and belt loaders at Terminal 5, which is operated by JetBlue. “This funding will help reduce emissions and support energy efficiency at JFK, bolstering our efforts to transform JFK…
Nearly 140 Delta employee breast cancer survivors flew from Atlanta to Seattle on Monday to collectively celebrate their victories, share inspiring stories of courage, and raise money and awareness for the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. The survivors flew on “Breast Cancer One,” Delta’s pink ribbon-themed Boeing 767-400 aircraft that carries Delta’s annual message of support for BCRF’s mission to end breast cancer. Experience the charter and hear personal stories from survivors, Delta leaders and a customer who bid her earned Delta SkyMiles for a chance to fly on the Pink Plane. View the Delta Breast Cancer One video here.
On September 29, 2017, The U.S. State Department issued a Cuba Travel Warning as a result of some unidentified attacks against numerous U.S. Embassy employees. The alleged incidents appear to be isolated to specific residences and rooms occupied by individual employees of the U.S. Embassy. Both governments are working to uncover the mystery of these incidents and the U.S. Embassy in Havana remains open to serve U.S. Citizens. Cuba Travel Services (CTS) does not have any reason to believe these alleged incidents pose any danger whatsoever to those traveling to Cuba. In a briefing just last month, the State Department spokeswomen said the…
On Thursday, September 28 the office of career services hosted its fall career fair. More than 55 employers from airlines, airports, design and manufacturing firms and more gathered in the hangar to network with more than 300 Vaughn students. Attendees had the opportunity to meet with employers and learn about internship and job opportunities. “This is a great way for the students to see what job opportunities are available and to see what employers are looking for in potential hires,” said Jessica Caron, associate director of career services. Vaughn’s Career fairs are a testament to the College’s commitment to student…