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Metropolitan Airport News
Produced by a team of aviation professionals and enthusiasts, our mission is to inform and update the more than 68,000 employees who work on the metropolitan New York airport properties, as well as the many others that provide goods and services in the surrounding communities.
JetBlue and United announced Blue Sky: a new and unique collaboration that gives customers of both airlines even more options to find flights that fit their plans, as well as new opportunities to earn and use MileagePlus® miles and TrueBlue points across both airlines. Blue Sky includes the following components, with some starting as early as this fall, subject to regulatory review: “This collaboration with United is a bold step forward for the industry — one that brings together two customer-focused airlines to deliver more choices for travelers and value across our networks,” said Joanna Geraghty, CEO of JetBlue. “United’s…
Veterans want to work at New York airports but often need help translating their military skills before seeking to connect them. They benefit greatly from mentor support as well. That’s where Edge4Vets comes in: the program teaches NY veterans how to create a four-part PLAN4SUCCESS while enlisting HR reps to provide feedback in the process. The Edge4Vets workshop series is conducted by the Human Resiliency Institute at Fordham University, which has an MOU with the NYC Department of Veterans Services and a partnership with Airports Council International – North America to expand vet employment in the City. KAAMCO Cargo, JFK…
Avianca reaffirms its commitment to inclusion and celebrates the progress of its “Avianca Accessible” program. With more than 60 A320 aircraft equipped with more visible row markers, featuring braille and higher contrast, the airline continues to transform the flying experience, breaking down barriers and creating a sky where everyone is welcome. ‘Avianca Accessible’ is a comprehensive program designed to address the needs of travelers from the moment they imagine their flight until they reach their destination. Through the alignment and training of its teams, the airline identifies, prioritizes, and removes existing barriers in the travel experience. Over the past two…
Frank Bauer, currently Chief Financial Officer and Labor Director of Lufthansa Cargo AG, will take over the position of Chief Operating Officer (COO) at Lufthansa Cargo on July 1, 2025. Gregor Schleussner, currently Head of Finance, Controlling & Accounting at Eurowings, will join the Executive Board of Lufthansa Cargo as the new Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) and Labor Director from July 1, 2025. Dr. Michael Niggemann, Chairman of the Supervisory Board of Lufthansa Cargo AG, says: “We are very pleased to welcome Gregor Schleussner as the new CFO and Labor Director at Lufthansa Cargo. As…
Last month, I took a Southwest flight from LaGuardia Airport to Dallas Love Field. After picking up my car rental, I drove 240 miles west across the North Central Plains of Texas on U.S. Interstate 20. My destination was a town called Sweetwater. Sweetwater is located 45 miles west of Abilene, and I was heading there to attend the annual ‘WASP Homecoming Celebration & Fly-In’ at the National WASP WWII Museum at Avenger Field. Avenger had served as a U.S. Army Air Forces training base during the Second World War for the WASP; the Women Airforce Service Pilots. Under the…
JetBlue and Dunkin’, America’s largest coffee and donuts brand, today unveiled a new Dunkin’-themed livery in honor of their longstanding partnership. The vibrant design of the freshly painted Airbus A320 aircraft, appropriately named Brewing Altitude, features Dunkin’s iconic pink and orange branding, brought to life with a playful donut and coffee motif. The aircraft’s new look was revealed at a celebratory event in Boston where both brands have deep roots and a loyal following. The JetBlue and Dunkin’ partnership started in 2006 when JetBlue began fueling its customers with Dunkin’s Original Blend coffee at 35,000 feet. In 2011, Dunkin’ became…
JFK Millennium Partners (JMP), the company selected by the Port Authority of New York & New Jersey to build and operate John F. Kennedy International Airport’s new world-class Terminal 6 (T6), and Avianca, the national carrier of Colombia and second-largest airline in South America, today announced that Avianca will make T6 its future home at JFK airport, joining other airlines such as Air Canada, Aer Lingus, Cathay Pacific, JetBlue, Lufthansa and SWISS in the state-of-the-art terminal when it opens to passengers in 2026. While Avianca’s operations will continue as normal at Terminal 4 throughout the execution of this project —expected to take place during 2026 — the airline becomes the…
Air China will begin operations at the New Terminal One at New York John F. Kennedy International Airport starting in 2026. The partnership between Air China and the New Terminal One is focused on enhancing the travel experience for Chinese customers visiting the United States and supporting the airline’s future growth in New York City—one of the most important global gateways. The New Terminal One is a key component of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey’s $19 billion transformation of JFK Airport into a world-class gateway, which will include two new terminals, the modernization and expansion of two existing terminals, a new ground transportation center, and an entirely…
Royal Air Maroc, Morocco’s national carrier, is set to begin operations at the New Terminal One at New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in 2026, marking an exciting new chapter in the airline’s U.S. growth strategy. The long-term partnership between Royal Air Maroc and the New Terminal One aligns with the carrier’s ambitious strategy to strengthen transatlantic ties between Africa and the Americas, while elevating the passenger experience at one of the airline’s most important international gateways. The New Terminal One is a key component of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey’s $19 billion transformation of JFK Airport into a world-class gateway, which will include two new terminals,…
Enjoying the stunning natural landscapes, incredible wildlife and vibrant cities of Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne in Australia will be easier this winter with enhanced services from American Airlines and Qantas. Starting Dec. 5 through the end of Jan. 2026, American will launch three weekly flights connecting Los Angeles (LAX) with Brisbane, Australia (BNE). Additionally, Qantas will increase operations to daily services between Dallas Fort Worth (DFW) and Melbourne, Australia (MEL), starting Dec. 3 through the end of Jan. 2026. Qantas will also operate all of its services between Dallas Fort Worth (DFW) and Sydney, Australia (SYD) on its A380 aircraft…