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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.
New York First Congressional District Representative Nick LaLota (R-Suffolk County) announced Francis Gabreski Airport in Westhampton Beach and Elizabeth Field on Fishers Island would each receive federal funding as a part of the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) Airport Infrastructure Grant (AIG) program, funded by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). Through the AIG program, Gabreski would receive $294,000, and Elizabeth Field would receive $113,000 in federal funding. Additionally, through the Airport Terminals Program (ATP), Gabreski will receive $4,900,000 to fund a portion of the construction of a new air traffic control tower to replace the existing 1940s tower, which has…
Lufthansa Systems announced that it offers a new cutting-edge AI-powered operations control assistant for the airline industry. NetLine/Ops ++ aiOCC is a web-based AI assistant that supports airline operations controllers in increasing the stability and efficiency of daily operations. The solution is already in use and jointly optimized with the first customers. “AI is the next step in the technological evolution. So, early adoption is crucial for airlines,” said Jan-Peter Gaense, Head of NetLine solutions at Lufthansa Systems. “But we see that besides technical proficiency, the key factor for successful AI support is the user’s trust. Our smart assistant supports…
United today announced that Aircastle (a Marubeni & Mizuho Leasing Company), Air New Zealand, Embraer, Google, HIS, Natixis Corporate & Investment Banking, Safran Corporate Ventures, and Technip Energies are now among the 22 corporate partners that make up the airline’s The United Airlines Ventures Sustainable Flight FundSM, a first-of-its-kind effort to reduce emissions and drive production of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) through investments in startups. These corporate partners make up all parts of the aviation supply chain – airlines, aircraft and engine manufacturers, fuel producers, engineering and technology experts, financiers, travel management, and more – and have now committed more…
Airport Dimensions is the global specialist in helping airports enhance their experiences and enrich travelers’ time in the most valuable ways. Developing and delivering airport experiences worldwide is at the heart of the business, creating new dimensions in traveler engagement through inspiring experiences and services. Their experienced team understands how to work seamlessly with airports to develop solutions tailored to their opportunities and make their lounges successful. In the United States, Airport Dimensions is a market-leading lounge provider with more than 20 open or under-development locations. Its network of airport partners includes Boston Logan International, Orlando International, Dallas Fort Worth,…
American Airlines Cargo has moved more than 1.2 million pounds (lbs.) of flowers ahead of Valentine’s Day. The carrier shares that the flowers mainly moved from Europe and Latin America during Feb. 1-10, destinated for locations across the globe to ensure the seasonal blooms are fresh and ready for the celebrations. Out of Europe, Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) remained the top origin for flowers this year, with tulips being the most common type. During the 10-day peak, the cargo carrier moved fresh flowers from AMS to London Heathrow (LHR) via truck, where they then traveled on American’s extensive widebody network…
Reliable Robotics, a leader in safety-enhancing aircraft automation systems, today announced further certification progress with FAA acceptance of requirements for Reliable’s advanced aircraft navigation and autopilot systems. These systems provide continuous autopilot engagement throughout all phases of flight, including automatic taxi, takeoff, and landing. In an industry-leading first, Reliable Robotics and the FAA established an agreement on the testing and analysis that will be performed to show that these highly automated systems satisfy FAA safety and performance requirements for operations throughout the conterminous United States and Alaska. Accurate, high-integrity navigation and continuous autopilot engagement systems are key elements of Reliable’s…
Ted Walters has over 25 years of experience working in Aviation Construction and Facility Management at John F. Kennedy Airport. Most recently, his work in Airport Terminal Building Systems, Baggage Handling Systems, and Passenger Boarding Bridges was showcased in the $1B Terminal 5/JetBlue Airways facility. Ted now serves as Director, Facilities & Technology at Terminal 7 for JFK Millennium Partners, the company selected by the Port Authority of New York & New Jersey to build and operate the $4.2B Terminal 6 (T6) at JFK, with the first gates set to open in early 2026. Terminal 7 will then be demolished…
Valentine’s Day is approaching, and the global demand for fresh roses is at its peak. Over 9,000 tons of love blossoms travel safely through Swissport’s industry-leading Flower Corridor, from the fields of the Kenyan highlands to Europe. The advanced logistics process also takes sustainability to the next level. Extended shelf life and reduced waste improve the position of Kenyan growers compared to flowers from less sustainable greenhouses in Europe, benefiting both consumers and the planet. In the world of flower exports, where time sensitivity and freshness are non-negotiable, Swissport takes center stage as a key player in the complex door-to-door…
2023 saw major upgrades and additions to the Delta Sky Club network, with five new Clubs and two expanded or reopened locations. And 2024 is shaping up to be even more eventful, as Delta’s long-awaited premium lounge experience brings a new, heightened level of service and hospitality to customers in JFK, LAX, and BOS. JFK will host the inaugural premium lounge, a sweeping 38,000-square-foot space that will feature both a full-service brasserie and a casual, chef-assisted market with open kitchens, dedicated wellness areas, and more. Just like Delta Sky Clubs, no two premium lounges will be alike; each location will…
Skanska, today announced it has been awarded a contract by LGAFUEL LLC to carry out the $113 million construction of LaGuardia Airport’s fuel transmission systems in Queens, New York. The project will greatly improve the airport’s fuel network, creating a streamlined process to transfer fuel to and from the airport’s stationed aircraft. “We are honored to have the opportunity to continue our work at LaGuardia Airport and improve its jet fuel transmission systems,” said Keith Chouinard, senior vice president and general manager of Skanska USA Civil’s Northeast region. “As LaGuardia continues to undergo revolutionary advancements, we’re grateful to continue playing…