The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ) announced the completion of overhauls…
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Air Canada announced today that Anko Van der Werff will become its next President and Chief Executive Officer, and a member of the Board, by the end of January 2027. Mr. Van der Werff, currently President and Chief Executive Officer at Scandinavian Airlines, succeeds Michael Rousseau, who previously announced his retirement after 19 years with Air Canada. “Our Board of Directors was impressed by the quality of experienced executives from around the world who expressed interest in the role,” said Vagn Sørensen, Chair of the Board. “We are delighted to have attracted and recruited an executive of Mr. Van der…
WINGS at JFK is pleased to announce the opening of nominations for its 2026–2027 Mentee Program, effective July 1, 2026. Designed to cultivate the next generation of aviation professionals and leaders at JFK International Airport, the program provides participants with meaningful opportunities for professional growth, leadership development, and community engagement. Built upon three core pillars—Mentorship, Networking, and Community Outreach—the WINGS’ at JFK Mentee Program offers a comprehensive experience that equips participants with the knowledge, relationships, and practical skills needed to excel in the aviation industry and beyond. Throughout the program, mentees will participate in: “The WINGS’ at JFK Mentee Program…
Swissport International today announced the launch of PrivatPort as a standalone company dedicated to delivering premium ground handling and passenger services for executive aviation customers. Building on more than two decades of experience serving the private aviation sector, PrivatPort provides world-class services for VIP passengers, flight crews and private jet operators through nine Fixed Base Operations (FBOs) and more than 70 locations across four continents. The launch marks a significant milestone in Swissport’s strategy to capture the growing opportunities in the executive aviation market. As demand continues to rise for premium FBO services, dedicated ground handling and highly personalized passenger…
The 4th annual Airport Community Golf Classic (ACGC) was a truly outstanding event, held at The Seawane Club in Hewlett Harbor and Inwood Country Club in Inwood, NY. On a picture-perfect summer day, the event brought together 46 airport sponsors and 243 golfers for a full day on the two courses, followed by an evening of cocktails, great food, and airport networking. The Airport Community Foundation (ACF) is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting and enhancing local communities surrounding metropolitan New York airports. The foundation focuses on programs that promote aviation and airport workforce development, education and training, and local…
British Airways celebrates 80 years of service between the United Kingdom and the United States, marking a landmark anniversary that began with its very first transatlantic route from London to New York. Eighty years ago today, British Overseas Airways Corporations’ (BOAC) first commercial landplane service arrived in New York’s LaGuardia from London. The flight took nearly 20 hours via Shannon and Gander and was operated by a Lockheed Constellation 049. Since that inaugural flight in 1946 by BOAC, the airline has been at the forefront of transatlantic travel, operating the supersonic Concorde, inventing the lie-flat business bed and building one…
Fraport New York and JetBlue welcomed the summer season in style with a terminal-wide employee engagement event that united the entire JFK T5 community and celebrated the spirit of teamwork. Approximately 2,300 employees across Terminal 5 were invited to join the festivities, creating an atmosphere of camaraderie and excitement. Guests were treated to authentic Caribbean cuisine, catered by Mark Hot Spot Catering, alongside a “Taste of T5” experience featuring samples from Terminal 5’s newest and most beloved dining concepts. Highlights included baklava from The Halal Guys, delectable baked goods from Eataly, savory Shake Shack sliders, and more. The event buzzed with energy as employees…
JetBlue announced that its “Vets in Blue” aircraft now features a commemorative “250” design honoring the 250th anniversary of the United States of America. The aircraft was showcased on Tuesday at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), where U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy joined JetBlue CEO Joanna Geraghty and an all-veteran JetBlue flight crew to recognize the airline’s tribute to veterans and active-duty service members whose service has helped safeguard the freedoms celebrated throughout the nation’s 250-year history. JetBlue specially designed the commemorative “250” design to add to its “Vets in Blue” aircraft, the airline’s special livery honoring U.S. military…
Two extremely rare and valuable historical military Aircraft are being offered on a bid submission basis and are to be sold out of an Australian owned private collection in a global tender.The immaculately restored and kept Messerschmitt 109 E1 W.NR 3579 and HISPANO HA -1112 – M4L BUCHON ‘RED 11’ are unique as they are rare and each are sold with fully documented, verifiable history and restoration records. The BUCHON was the star aircraft used in the filming of the 1968 Film Battle of Britain and was flown by German Luftwaffe Ace pilot Adolf Galland in the movie. The Messerschmitt…
Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins announced the selection of HNTB to lead the comprehensive feasibility study and concept design for the modernization of the terminal at Westchester County Airport (HPN). The selection marks a significant milestone in the County’s effort to reimagine the decades-old terminal and deliver a more modern, efficient and passenger-friendly experience, while maintaining full County ownership and operational control of the Airport. Jenkins said: “We all deeply value flying out of Westchester County Airport, but the reality is the currently terminal is not functional for basic needs like having a cup of coffee, sitting down on a chair or going…
The Italian Ministry of Enterprises and Made in Italy (MIMIT) and aerospace company Radia recently announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding to collaborate on the development of WindRunner, the next-generation ultra-large cargo aircraft, and related industrial development opportunities in Italy. WindRunner is the world’s largest aircraft and is being developed to enable direct transport of outsized cargo to locations inaccessible through conventional logistics systems. The program is designed to address critical gaps in global logistics and strategic mobility, supporting key sectors including defense, energy, industrial manufacturing, and aerospace. By reducing delivery timelines from months to days, or even…