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Metropolitan Airport News
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After more than 64 years in business, the world’s most iconic airline, Pan American World Airways (also known around the world as Pan Am), ceased operations on December 4, 1991. A perfect storm of terrorism, rising fuel costs, and an economic downturn resulted in the closure of the “World’s Most Experienced Airline.” However, 30 years later, the airline lives on at the Cradle of Aviation Museum in Garden City, New York. On Dec. 5, the Pan Am Museum Foundation will host a public event to celebrate the unrivaled legacy that they all helped to build by unveiling its newest exhibit:…
FedEx Freight is proud to help military families make memories this holiday season. Since 2005, FedEx Freight has worked alongside the Christmas SPIRIT Foundation to deliver more than 260,000 Christmas trees to military families through the Trees for Troops® program. During one of the busiest seasons to date, the company will deliver trees to a total of 77 military bases this year. “Trees for Troops is our way to give back to those who have sacrificed so much for our safety and liberty in the U.S.,” said Lance Moll, President, and CEO of FedEx Freight. “We are honored to lend…
No matter where you’re from or where you work we all want to be treated with decency and respect. However, some disgruntled travelers are taking their frustrations out on the very people who make their travel safe and secure. Airline passenger service agents, members of Communications Workers of America (CWA) Local 6001, in Euless, Texas released a digital advertisement campaign, ahead of the holiday travel season, to raise awareness about the rise in passenger rage incidents and encourage civility among passengers. The ads are currently running on Facebook and Instagram, in Texas, Missouri and Oklahoma. CWA represents more than 20,000…
United operated an unprecedented flight on December 1st that served as a turning point in the industry’s effort to combat climate change: for the first time in aviation history, a commercial carrier flew an aircraft full of passengers using 100% sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). United also announced the second round of corporate participants in the airline’s Eco-Skies Alliance program to collectively contribute towards the purchase of SAF. United is the world leader in the usage and support for the development of SAF, an alternative fuel made with non-petroleum feedstocks, already having agreements to purchase nearly twice as much SAF as the known agreements…
REGENT, the venture-backed aerospace company behind the revolutionary all-electric seaglider, today announced that Southern Airways Express, one of America’s largest commuter airlines, has entered into a commercial agreement with firm deposits to add REGENT seagliders to its fleet of aircraft. Seagliders provide harbor-to-harbor, overwater transportation at a fraction of the cost, noise, and emissions of existing regional transportation modes like aircraft and ferries. With operations nationwide, Southern Airways will focus its initial seaglider service in its New York/New England and Southeastern U.S. markets, including Boston, Nantucket, Palm Beach, and Miami. “REGENT is excited to deliver a more affordable, convenient, and sustainable option…
If you are considering buying a drone as a holiday gift, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) wants you and your loved ones to understand how to fly it safely. The FAA is launching its 12 Days of Drones campaign to educate the public about the rules, regulations, and best practices of operating a drone. This December, the agency will share important drone-safety information and resources that will help future pilots stay up to date with the latest rules. The campaign will run each weekday from December 2 – 17 with each day dedicated to a specific drone safety topic. Day…
JFKIAT, the operator of Terminal 4 at John F. Kennedy International Airport, today announced its partnership with SSP America and Zippin to launch a contactless, frictionless retail concept leveraging artificial intelligence technology, the first of Zippin’s locations in an air terminal. Zippin’s new technology for the Camden Food Express, located at Gate B 42, offers a grab-and-go food and beverage selection and leverages AI technology to enable an entirely contactless shopping experience. Customers enter the store through a turnstile tapping their credit card as they enter, and then, begin shopping by picking items off shelves. As they do, Zippin’s AI…
VRH Construction and Aeroterm, in a webinar on November 30, shared updates on the development of a new cargo facility at JFK International Airport and solicited participation from Minority/Woman-owned contractors and vendors. Aeroterm is the developer and future operator of the new facility, the first new cargo infrastructure to be constructed at the airport in 30 years. VRH, the general contractor, joined Aeroterm in the project introduction and overview. About 50 local union contractors and vendors attended the virtual presentation, invited by Aeroterm, VRH, the Port Authority of NY and NJ, and several Queens-based organizations. The project is currently underway…
JFK International Air Terminal (JFKIAT), the operator of Terminal 4 at John F. Kennedy International Airport, announced its partnership with Assaia International AG to launch the ApronAI Turnaround Control solution. JFKIAT is leveraging a new artificial intelligence technology to enhance its infrastructure at several gates to gain full oversight over airside operations and enhance on-time performance, safety, and turnaround transparency. The Turnaround Control solution will provide real-time alerts in case of deviations from standard operating procedures, helping to identify and prevent situations potentially leading to delays or incidents, and giving JFKIAT valuable insights that will be shared with its airline partners and ground handlers. Computer vision…
The Council of Airline Maintenance Managers (CALMM) held its first in-person meeting and holiday lunch since the beginning of the pandemic. Aviation High School hosted the event at the JFK Airport Annex. It was announced during the meeting that Tom Fitzgerald of KLM will be retiring at the end of the year. CALMM President, Robert Kennedy, shared his personal memories of working with Tom and then opened the floor for other members to share their own. His impressive career and personal connections led to some very heartfelt and thoughtful speeches. Tom plans to stay active with CALMM and continue on…