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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.
American Airlines, British Airways, New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo and the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ) announced future plans to co-locate their operations in New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) Terminal 8. Moving under the same roof will allow American and British Airways to offer enhanced service between New York and London, further strengthening the airlines’ Atlantic Joint Business partnership. American and British Airways will invest $344 million in Terminal 8 over the next three years to prepare for the co-location in 2022. British Airways moving from its current operation in Terminal 7 will…
Congratulations to Amanda Rogers, Senior Engineer of Construction and Cathleen Mahoney, Program Director who were recently recognized as Professional Women in Construction, New York’s 20 Under 40 Outstanding Women in Construction. With a career that spans over 17 years, Cathleen is the Program Director with Engineering Program Management. Her team manages projects across all line departments and works with various agency stakeholders to ensure projects are properly positioned for effective delivery in the agency’s $32.2 billion ten-year Capital Plan. Amanda is the Senior Engineer of Construction for the George Washington Bridge & Bus Station. Amanda oversees all construction programs and…
On January 17th, at JFK’s Terminal 5, Aer Lingus unveiled a brand refresh inclusive of an updated logo and new aircraft livery, firmly positioning the airline as a modern and contemporary Irish brand that competes in an international market. The new brand identity supports Aer Lingus’ ambition to be the leading value carrier across the North Atlantic. It’s the first brand refresh for the airline in twenty years. And to celebrate this occasion, Aer Lingus had a party inviting Metropolitan Airport News and many others in the JFK Aviation community to share in their proud moment. In the tradition…
John Pearson has officially taken over as the new chief executive of DHL Express to replace Ken Allen. Pearson takes over the role from Allen, who is heading over to the parcel giant’s new e-commerce division. Mr. Pearson joined DHL Express in 1986, and served the company as chief executive in Asia Pacific, Europe, Middle East and Africa and Europe, as well as leading the global sales, marketing and customer service functions of the DHL Express division as global commercial head. “We are pleased to have John Pearson join our Corporate Board,” states Frank Appel, chief executive Deutsche Post…
Queens-based DH2 Chauffeured Transportation has successfully provided ground transportation service in the New York Metro Area since 1995. As an active business community leader, Nancy Vargas has roles on the boards of The JFK Rotary Club, Kiwanis Club of LaGuardia Airport, The Long Island Transportation Association, and The Limousine Association of New York. She is an active member of The JFK Chamber of Commerce, The New York Women’s Chamber of Commerce, The Queens Chamber of Commerce, The Limousine Association of New Jersey, The Central Florida Livery Association, and The National Limousine Association. Nancy Vargas, a native New Yorker, currently resides…
Foodie Alert! – Things have just gotten a little easier for hungry travelers passing through Newark Liberty International, La Guardia and John F. Kennedy International Airports with a new dining app that lets you order food and have it delivered directly to your gate. The new pilot program of At Your Gate food delivery service is now available at Terminals A and B at Newark Liberty, Terminal B at La Guardia and Terminal 5 at JFK and not only does it offer expansive new dining options, but it provides customers with real-time updates on the status of their orders and…
Hudson Ltd., a leader in North American travel retail, announced that Roger Fordyce has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of the Company, effective January 8, 2019. Mr. Fordyce succeeds Joseph DiDomizio, who is leaving the Company to pursue other interests. Mr. Fordyce served as an Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Hudson Group until his appointment as Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Fordyce joined Hudson Group 30 years ago. As Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, he was responsible for the day-to-day general management of the Company. The Company’s Board of Directors would like to thank Mr. Joseph…
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…