The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ) announced the completion of overhauls…
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The New York City Attorney General’s office announced a $35.3 million settlement with FedEx to resolve claims over illegal cigarette deliveries to residents throughout New York City and State made by FedEx over a ten-year period. The settlement resolves three lawsuits against FedEx alleging that it partnered with cigarette trafficking businesses to illegally ship hundreds of thousands of untaxed cigarettes to New Yorkers. In addition to the payment, FedEx will implement internal reforms and hire an independent consultant that will oversee FedEx’s compliance with the law and provide compliance reports to the City and State. The settlement follows the October…
The “Miracle on the Hudson” is one of the most amazing stories in aviation history. On Jan. 15th, 2009, a flight bound for Charlotte, North Carolina, full of people, landed safely on the Hudson River after a bird strike, a flock of migrating geese striking the aircraft. All 150 seats on the Airbus A320, were full for the 2-hour trip from New York’s LaGuardia airport to Charlotte in North Carolina. It was a cool day with snow on the ground. At the controls were Captain Chesley “Sully” Sullenberger and First Officer Jeff Skiles. The three flight attendants in the…
The Metropolitan Airport News again raised money for PALS, Patient Airlift Services, through the December Giving Campaign. The most recent giving campaign raised $3,100 for the local organization that provides flights and transportation to those who need help getting to their doctors. During a Giving Campaign, we donate $100 per ad run to a chosen local charitable organization. To date, together with our partners, we have raised nearly $25,000 for the USO of Metropolitan New York and PALS. A big component of our mission is giving back the local aviation community. Our charitable giving takes many forms; the Giving Campaign…
Alan was born in Ozone Park, Queens on January 11, 1949. Alan was one of four children: Frank Jr, Carol and Richard “Bo” Dietl born to Frank and Sally Dietl (nee Timpanaro). A lifelong New Yorker, Alan graduated from Richmond Hill High School in 1967 and attended St. John’s University. Alan married Jayne Dietl and raised his family in Baldwin and Northport, Long Island. Alan went on to work for the NY Telephone Company and after started and ran a successful vending machine business operating in the local airports. Alan was a devoted father to Heidi and Heather and a…
United Airlines’ first Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner began regular service as UA2418, departing from Los Angeles International Airport traveling to Newark Liberty International Airport. United is the first carrier in the world to operate all three Dreamliner models, including the 787-8, 787-9 and now the longest model, the 787-10. The Dreamliner’s entry into scheduled service continues United’s comprehensive fleet plan, while providing an improved experience for customers. The aircraft is United’s first Dreamliner model delivered with the airline’s signature Polaris business class seats, and new United® Premium Plus seats. Boeing’s Dreamliners are known for dramatically improving the on board experience for customers with…
Bell Helicopter revealed the configuration and full-scale vertical-takeoff-and-landing (VTOL) air taxi vehicle today during CES 2019. The air taxi, named Bell Nexus, is powered by a hybrid-electric propulsion system and features Bell’s signature powered lift concept incorporating six tilting ducted fans that are designed to safely and efficiently redefine air travel. Bell Nexus means the nexus of transport and technology and of comfort and convenience. Nexus captures the long-sought-after vision of quick air travel with a unique in-flight experience, keeping passengers connected to their lives and saving valuable time. Team Nexus, consisting of Bell, Safran, EPS, Thales, Moog and Garmin, are…
Arthur “Artie” Fullan started his aviation maintenance career with American Airlines legacy carrier Allegheny Airlines on May 21, 1962 as employee No. 3263. Through the industry’s ups and downs, he’s worked at just three airports, all in the Northeast: Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) in New Jersey, John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York and currently, Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). Over 58 years, his safety record has been exemplary. But at the world’s largest airline, he’s still No. 2. That’s fine by him — he continues to earn new accolades, including the most coveted and prestigious award for…
Ed Dougherty, a long time figure at JFK airport, has been part of the electrical trades industry since 1961. From apprentice to foreman to owner, Ed has done it all. He has worked on spectacular projects involving Yankee Stadium, Jet Blue terminal, the original TWA terminal and has now come full circle being back in the famed building working on the project for the TWA hotel at JFK. Ed works tirelessly for many charitable organizations and events supporting the trades, children’s organizations and the local airport community. He is currently on the board of directors of the JFK Chamber of…
Christina Callahan has accepted a position as deputy general manager of LaGuardia Airport it was reported in a Press Release on December 5th. She will work as a direct report to the airport’s general manager, Lysa Scully. The opportunity to join the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey and to work at one of the most iconic airports in the world is an opportunity I could not pass up. Callahan was Executive Director for four years, and prior to her role as executive director, Callahan led the Syracuse airport as aviation commissioner of the City of Syracuse. Callahan started her career in 1997 as secretary to then-airport commissioner…
Sad news today: one of the ‘greats’ of aviation has died. Herb Kelleher, founder of the low-cost carrier business – more specifically Southwest Airlines – was the Fred Smith of cheap travel. Herb Kelleher, New Jersey born and bred, received his bachelor’s degree from Wesleyan and his law degree from New York University. He practiced law on the East Coast before relocating to Texas with plans to start his own law firm. In 1967, Herb Kelleher and client Rollin King incorporated Air Southwest, Inc., with the idea of offering low-fare, intra-Texas airline service. After a name change and many legal…