Author: Metropolitan Airport News

Air Italy first direct non-stop flight from Milan Malpensa touched down at New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), inaugurating the newest US destination. This celebration marks Air Italy first route to the United States, and is the first new route launch for Air Italy in 2018. Flight IG901 touched down at JKF International Airport just after 04:00pm and was welcomed with a traditional water cannon salute. Mr. Marco Rigotti, Executive Deputy Chairman of Air Italy travelled on board the inaugural flight from the airline’s main international hub, Milan Malpensa (MXP). A welcome ceremony took place at the gate…

JetBlue Airways Corp. announced it has named Joanna Geraghty to president and chief operating officer, along with other changes to the company’s senior leadership in the coming weeks designed to enhance day-to-day operations and better support execution of its longer term strategic initiatives. Geraghty will report to Robin Hayes, who will remain chief executive officer and who will continue to oversee the company’s long-term strategy, its structural cost program and efforts to achieve superior margins, and its focus on expanding and evolving into new businesses such as JetBlue Travel Products. Geraghty will manage the day-to-day airline operation, focusing on efforts…

Terminal 4 at John F. Kennedy International Airport – one of the world’s most active air terminals – opened a best-in-class Security Operations Center (SOC) as part of an extensive security modernization project in partnership with Thales, a world leader in airport security. The SOC and its advanced technology will enhance the terminal’s security operations, supporting the growth of Terminal 4 and providing its more than 21 million annual travelers with a safe and secure customer experience. “We are pleased to partner with Thales to further improve Terminal 4’s security operations,” said Gert-Jan de Graaff, President and CEO of JFKIAT,…

At the Uber Elevate Summit this week, architecture and design firm Corgan revealed their Uber Mega Skyport concept, CONNECT, providing the infrastructure to support and scale UberAIR service. The firm’s plans support vertical take-off and landing, passenger throughput and maintenance for a fleet of aerial vehicles with the flexibility to scale up to 1,000 landings per hour—revolutionizing point to point transport into a seamlessly integrated urban ecosystem. Corgan’s modular system is adaptable anywhere and can operate independently, be paired for efficiency, or be stacked to maximize throughput at Uber Mega Skyports. Where individual landing pads provide on-demand connectivity at popular…

FlightSafety International announces that it will offer a wide variety of Unmanned Systems Training programs for commercial operators. “Our Unmanned Systems Training program will include a comprehensive series of Remote Pilot ground and flight training courses designed to help UAS operators achieve the highest levels of safety and proficiency,” said Ray Johns, Executive Vice President. “As a global leader in aviation training with more than six decades of experience, FlightSafety has the expertise to develop and deliver the highest quality, most comprehensive training available.” FlightSafety is developing a wide range of standard and platform specific courses for both seasoned operators…

JetBlue formally unveiled its first Airbus A320 to undergo the airline’s fleet restyling, which is bringing an all-new interior to its A320 aircraft. The aircraft – tail N646JB named “Bravo Lima Uniform Echo” – operated its first scheduled flight today between Boston Logan international Airport (BOS) and Bermuda’s L.F. Wade International Airport (BDA). True to its founding mission to bring humanity back to air travel, JetBlue’s restyled interiors boast the very best in customer comfort, connectivity and entertainment – creating an environment that feels more like lounging in your living room than flying at 35,000-feet. “JetBlue’s A320 restyling is about…

Roel Huinink, an international transportation executive with two decades of leadership in business development, commercial management, and marketing consulting, has been appointed Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of JFKIAT – the company which manages Terminal 4 at John F. Kennedy International Airport – one of the most active air terminals in the United States with more than 21 million annual travelers. JFKIAT is a U.S. affiliate of Royal Schiphol Group, operator of the world-renowned Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. Mr. Huinink will replace Gert-Jan de Graaff, who has served as President and CEO since 2014, set to assume the role of Chief Executive…

Aviation Development Council (ADC), a bridge organization between our region’s aviation industry and the communities it serves, is proud to announce its partnership with the Port Authority of NY & NJ, and The Newark Museum in the museum’s ongoing ‘Explorer’s Program’, that offers Newark high school students an intensive internship, mentoring, college preparation, leadership training and career-building program. This is a year-round learning experience that features paid internships, small group training, science & art workshops, and access to museum professionals. The ‘Explorers Program’ also offers college preparation and guidance in career planning. Since the program inception in 1984, over 250…

For the fourth year in a row, Delta has earned a spot on the Workforce 100 list, Workforce magazine’s recognition of the top 100 companies that excel in human resources. Delta ranked No. 2 on this year’s list, climbing 18 spots from No. 20 in 2017. The only other airlines listed in 2018 were Southwest (No. 11) and United (No. 34). Other companies ranking in the top ten include Salesforce.com (No. 1), Facebook, Starbucks and Google. “It is such a privilege and honor to lead such an awesome group of women and men on the HR team who demonstrate every day their passion to be…

Delta Air Lines’ board of directors today announced Michael Huerta as its newest member, effective immediately.  Mr. Huerta recently completed a five-year term as Administrator of the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration. As head of the FAA, he was responsible for the safety and efficiency of civil aviation in the U.S. “Michael’s deep aviation and broader transportation industry experience will be a great asset to Delta,” said Frank Blake, Delta’s non-executive Chairman of the Board. Before being named as Administrator, Mr. Huerta served as Acting Administrator of the FAA from 2011 to 2013 and FAA Deputy Administrator from 2010 to 2011.…