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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.
Norse Atlantic ASA announces the appointment of Kristin Berthelsen as Deputy Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Ms. Berthelsen has been a member of Norse Atlantic’s senior management since 2021 and comes from the position of Chief of Staff and Culture Officer. She has played a key role in establishing the company’s organization and advancing the company’s unique culture. Her leadership has contributed to Norse Atlantic’s recognition as an innovative long-haul airline with modern aircraft offering affordable fares. “Kristin has been integral to Norse Atlantic’s operational progress during our start-up and initial growth phase. Her leadership and strategic insights, combined with…
Bryan Rowan is an airport and project finance professional with more than 18 years of experience in finance leadership, advisory, and consulting, specializing in business & financing plan development, the execution of project financings, negotiation of use & lease agreements, forecast & budget preparation, financial modeling, and quantitative analysis. Bryan Rowan previously served as the Director of Financial Planning, Analysis, and Strategy for JFK NTO LLC (“NTO”), the single-purpose entity responsible for the development, financing, and operation of the $9.5 billion New Terminal One at JFK Airport. Before his role with NTO, Bryan was founder and principal of Transcendis, a…
The New Terminal One at New York John F. Kennedy International Airport has successfully closed its $1.367 billion Green Bond issuance, underscoring strong investor support and confidence in the project, which is set to deliver a transformational gateway for New York. Proceeds from the Series 2025 Bonds will be used to finance the remainder of the anticipated costs relating to New Terminal One’s Phase A, opening in 2026. The latest bond issuance follows the terminal’s historic $2.55 billion Green Bond issuance in 2024 – the largest ever municipal bond financing for an airport project. The New Terminal One is a key component of the Port Authority of New…
Fortbrand Services LLC and Sasser, Inc. announced that Fortbrand has acquired Xcēd Aviation Services LLC from Sasser. Fortbrand is owned by funds advised by Basalt Infrastructure Partners LLP. Fortbrand is an essential service aviation infrastructure leasing business focused on Ground Support Equipment (GSE) and Airport Maintenance Equipment (AME). Together, Fortbrand and Xcēd will service ground handlers, passenger airlines, airports, cargo companies, and other end users with a fleet of over 4,900 pieces of equipment across more than 190 airports. Fortbrand and Xcēd operate in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. With this strategic acquisition, Fortbrand is expanding its…
With approximately 1.5 million aviation employees needed worldwide in the next decade, Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology became the first institution in the northeast to receive Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) approval for the Enhanced Air Traffic Collegiate Training Initiative (AT-CTI), offering students an accelerated employment pathway to becoming air traffic controllers. On July 22nd, as the institution continues to address the growing demand for aviation professionals through quality education and training, Vaughn College and faculty hosted a media day with flight instructors and former air traffic controllers at Vaughn’s air traffic control lab and flight simulation facility to announce their partnership with…
Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, and the New Terminal One at New York John F. Kennedy International Airport have unveiled a long-term strategic partnership, positioning the airline for future growth following its momentous return to the United States and elevating the customer experience in New York City. 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…
Landing a once-in-a-generation duty-free concession deal at the New Terminal One at John F. Kennedy International Airport marks a powerful milestone for one minority entrepreneur, especially as a debut airport concessions joint venture partner. Brison Hardin, CEO of Parkview Global, is one of five joint venture partners who are part of the agreement with Duty Free Americas to create Skyline Duty Free by Duty Free Americas at the New Terminal One, a first-of-its-kind retail experience. The bespoke brand, spanning nearly 20,000 square feet, will feature a flagship store with four additional duty-free locations throughout the terminal. Though Hardin’s career in…
LaGuardia Gateway Partners (LGP), the manager and developer of LaGuardia Airport’s new Terminal B, has announced a new partnership with Farmingdale State College, which has joined its Terminal Operations Internship Program. This collaboration offers students an immersive, on-site experience at LaGuardia Airport’s award-winning Terminal B, extending firsthand insights into airport management and the broader aviation industry. In its inaugural year, LGP welcomes two exceptional Farmingdale students to the program, with the first participating this summer. First launched in 2022, the LGP Terminal Operations Internship Program provides a comprehensive, rotational experience across various areas of Terminal B. Interns gain exposure to…
The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, the New Terminal One (NTO), and Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield (URW) Airports announced today that three graduates of the Port Authority’s Institute of Concessions (IOC) will join WHSmith North America on a team of joint-venture partners to deliver best-in-class travel essentials at John F. Kennedy International Airport’s New Terminal One. The three New York-based firms will contribute products and investment through an incubator program led by joint-venture partner Love From USA to offer best-in-class merchandise from global, national, and local brands promoting a unique New York sense of place. The travel essentials program, which…
Lufthansa Cargo is starting to develop a new type of virtual reality (VR) training for aircraft loading supervisors, once again setting new standards in the air freight industry. With this pioneering training method, the company is setting new standards in the training of ground personnel and strengthening its position as an innovation leader in the logistics industry. The VR training is designed to prepare employees for their aircraft handling tasks in a realistic manner – flexibly, safely and independently of operational requirements. Processes, safety regulations and communication can be practised intensively in a virtual environment. The immersive nature of VR…