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Metropolitan Airport News
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American Airlines has been recognized by the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) with the highest possible rating in the prestigious 2021 Corporate Equality Index (CEI). This achievement serves as a milestone as the airline has received a top score for the last 20 years. Companies that earn the top CEI score of 100 are also named the “Best Places to Work” in the United States. “When the Human Rights Campaign Foundation created the Corporate Equality Index 20 years ago, we dreamed that LGBTQ workers — from the factory floor to corporate headquarters — could have access to the policies and benefits…
American Airlines and British Airways announced more details regarding plans to co-locate operations at John F. Kennedy International Airport’s (JFK) Terminal 8 beginning Dec. 1, 2022. Enabled by a $400 million investment to redevelop, expand and enhance the terminal, the move will bring the Atlantic Joint Business partners closer together. Jointly, the terminal investments and co-location will offer a more seamless customer experience while supporting the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey’s ambitious plan to transform JFK into a leading global airport. “American is eager to welcome British Airways to their new home at JFK,” said American’s Chief…
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) closed 2021 demonstrating the agency’s commitment to the security of the nation’s transportation system, and the ability to drive innovation and address emerging threats. “In many ways, 2021 was a year of resilience as the dedicated TSA workforce worked diligently to screen near pre-pandemic passenger volumes at the nation’s airports while facing three major waves of COVID-19 across the country,” said TSA Administrator David Pekoske. “Despite the challenges, we facilitated freedom of movement for passengers and goods, and we made great progress in security innovation in close coordination with our federal partners and industry stakeholders.”…
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded $5 million to educate the next generation of pilots and other aviation professionals. The Aircraft Pilots Aviation Workforce Development Grants were awarded to accredited higher-education institutions, high schools, state and local governments and flight schools. “Our investment in the aviation workforce of the future must begin today,” said FAA Administrator Steve Dickson, a former commercial captain. “These grants help nurture interest in aviation at an early age to build a career during one of the most dynamic times in aviation history.” Grantees can use the funding to create and deliver curriculum designed to…
Patt Poinsett has joined the Women in Aviation International (WAI) staff as director, operations, and finance. In this new leadership role, she will play a key role in handling the day-to-day management of all operations. “Patt’s more than 10 years of experience managing all aspects of finance and administration for a nonprofit organization will be a welcome addition to our WAI team as we prepare for new initiatives and a new phase of evolution,” Allison McKay, WAI CEO says. Previously, Patt spent a decade at Wolf Haven International in Washington state overseeing the organization’s finances, facilities, and administration. Relocating to Northern Virginia,…
Amerijet International Airlines announced the promotion of Craig Bentley to the chief operating officer. Bentley will be responsible for Amerijet’s flight, technical and ground operations. Bentley joined Amerijet in July 2021 as vice president of flight operations, where he led the flight training department, loadmaster group, operational control center, chief pilots’ office and managed the Federal Aviation Administration’s regulatory process, crew scheduling, and flight acquisition preparation. “Craig’s vision and collaborative approach to operations will support and align with the needs of our employees, customers, and growth initiatives. We are happy to have him in this crucial role and believe that…
Shell Trading (US) Company and Shell Aviation delivered the first truckload of Carbon Neutralavgas to Avfuel as part of a new offer for customers refueling at select FBO locations in the U.S. Avfuel purchased a 7,000-gallon truckload of Avgas bundled with carbon credits to compensate 75 metric tons of CO2e emissions. Carbon Neutral 100LL Avgas is traditional 100LL avgas that Shell, in collaboration with Avfuel Corporation, delivers bundled together with carbon credits. The lifecycle CO2e emissions from the product including the raw materials, transport, production, distribution, and usage of the product will be offset by Shell’s global portfolio of verified…
Vantage-led JFK Millennium Partners (JMP) announced Helena Williams has been appointed Project Executive and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the team selected by the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey to lead the redevelopment of a new world-class, multi-billion-dollar international Terminal 6 at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). JMP, composed of Vantage Airport Group, American Triple I Partners (ATI) and RXR, has partnered with terminal airline sponsor, JetBlue Airways, to finance, develop and operate the new 1.2 million-square-foot, 10-gate terminal, built on the site of the former Terminal 6, in partnership with the Port Authority of New…
Zara Rutherford, 19, completed her mission and became the youngest woman in history to fly solo around the world in a small aircraft. Her journey lasted 155 days or 5 months and 3 days. With her flight, Zara wants to encourage young women to pursue their dreams and reduce the gender gap in aviation as well as in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). “Only 5% of commercial pilots and 15% of computer scientists are women. In both areas – aviation and STEM – the gender gap is huge. But during my journey, I met many incredible, talented women –…
Charles E. McGee died peacefully in his sleep on January 16, 2022, at his Bethesda, Maryland home at the age of 102 years old. “He had his right hand over his heart and was smiling serenely” according to his youngest daughter Yvonne McGee. “He was a wonderful human being … I feel proud and privileged to be called his son, McGee’s son, Ron McGee said. He was born in Cleveland, Ohio on December 7, 1919. McGee was among eight remaining Tuskegee Airmen combat pilots out of the 355 that was assigned to the 332nd Fighter Group during WWII in Europe.…