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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.
The New York State Appellate Division, Second Department has ruled that the Supreme Court got it right—the Town of East Hampton is not permitted to close the East Hampton Airport and impose onerous restrictions curtailing its use without first complying with state and federal law. The Second Department ruled that the Town had “failed to comply with the applicable procedural requirements” of federal law, which “applied to the Town’s determination to close the airport as a public use airport and reopen it a few days later as a private use airport.” The Court has made abundantly clear that the Town…
The Board of Commissioners of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey has approved $160 million for the design and construction of the EWR Station Access project. This project will add a new entry point to the Newark Liberty International Airport Rail Station. It will greatly improve transit accessibility for underserved Newark and Elizabeth neighborhoods, enabling far easier commutes and streamlined airport access. The project will extend the existing pedestrian bridge over station platforms and tracks to a new public access area off Frelinghuysen Avenue. The public access area will include a pick-up/drop-off point for private vehicles, taxis,…
On March 27th, Unity Electric, an EQUANS company, celebrated the grand opening of their new office at 154-09 146th Avenue, Jamaica, NY. Since 1974, Unity Electric has provided world-class electrical solutions for commercial clients in the New York metropolitan region and beyond. Unity’s approach to electrical construction and electrical system installation integrates expertise at every step across the full value chain. Unity Electric became the trusted electrical provider for John F. Kennedy International Airport’s Terminal 4 when it completed the initial installation of all telecom wiring and networking during its construction between 1999 and 2001. Since then, Unity has been…
JFK Millennium Partners, the consortium leading a $4.2 billion redevelopment at JFK International Airport, has selected LOGIPIX US Corporation to implement an advanced Virtual Ramp Control System at the new JFK Terminal 6. This pioneering technology promises to revolutionize airport operations by enhancing security, efficiency, and safety on the ground. LOGIPIX, a global leader in high-resolution intelligent computer vision solutions, was chosen after a rigorous selection process for its advanced capabilities and track record of successful implementations in high-volume commercial airside environments, such as LaGuardia Airport. The Virtual Ramp Control System will leverage LOGIPIX’s innovative multi-sensor panoramic video technology and…
WebCargo by Freightos, a leading independent booking and payment platform for the international freight industry, is excited to announce a new collaboration with Delta Cargo. The collaboration enhances Freightos’ WebCargo and 7LFreight platforms’ offering to freight forwarders by providing expanded access to real-time digital pricing and booking options for Delta Cargo’s U.S. export and domestic air cargo capacity. Delta Cargo is a leading air cargo belly carrier based in the United States. Its general cargo products and tariff fares have been available for eBooking on WebCargo since 2020. Building on recent technology-driven enhancements that saw Delta Cargo bookings on the…
Peter Penseel will join Delta Air Lines as SVP and President – Delta Cargo, effective June 1. In this role, Peter will be responsible for driving revenue and profitable growth, delivering industry-leading customer service, and ensuring operational excellence within Delta’s Cargo business. With more than three decades of experience in the logistics industry, including stints in the air cargo and freight forwarding sectors, Peter will leverage his extensive knowledge and established history of effective leadership to accelerate Delta Cargo’s progress as an innovative and world-class air cargo carrier. Peter joins Delta from CEVA Logistics, where he was the Chief Operating…
Boom Supersonic, the company building the world’s fastest airliner, Overture, today announced the successful flight of XB-1, the world’s first independently developed supersonic jet, at the Mojave Air & Space Port in Mojave, California. Like Overture, XB-1 leverages state-of-the-art technologies to enable efficient supersonic flight, including carbon fiber composites, advanced avionics, digitally optimized aerodynamics, and an advanced supersonic propulsion system. “Today, XB-1 took flight in the same hallowed airspace where the Bell X-1 first broke the sound barrier in 1947,” said Blake Scholl, founder and CEO of Boom Supersonic. “I’ve been looking forward to this flight since founding Boom in…
The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey and Arup announced the world-class team delivering the art, branding, and digital experience program for The New Terminal One (NTO) at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). As an all-international terminal, NTO is a key component of the Port Authority’s $19 billion transformation of JFK International Airport into a world-class global gateway. When complete, the project will include two new terminals, two expanded and modernized terminals, and an entirely new, efficient roadway network. The Arup-led team has envisioned an enhanced passenger experience for travelers who will use NTO at every step…
Avianca Airlines has landed in the heart of New York City. The iconic Times Square now hosts a dazzling advertisement, proudly announcing Avianca as the #1 global airline in-on time performance in 2023, as per Cirium’s prestigious rankings. This momentous occasion was shared with the very pilots and crew members who, alongside other teams, have been instrumental in achieving this global recognition. Together, they stood in front of the towering digital display, their smiles as bright as the lights around them, capturing the spirit of excellence and teamwork that has propelled Avianca to the forefront of on-time travel. In 2023,…
Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. announced that Gil West, former Chief Operating Officer of Delta Air Lines and GM’s Cruise unit, will become Chief Executive Officer effective April 1, 2024, at which time he will join the Board. West will succeed Stephen Scherr, who has decided to step down as Chief Executive Officer and member of the Board of Directors on March 31, 2024. West and Scherr will work together over the next several weeks to ensure a smooth transition. “We are thrilled to have Gil join Hertz as Chief Executive Officer,” said Tom Wagner, Vice Chair of the Hertz Board…