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Metropolitan Airport News
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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…
JetBlue announced the appointment of Marty St. George to be the company’s next president, effective February 26, 2024. He will report to Joanna Geraghty, JetBlue’s current president and incoming chief executive officer. Since 2020, St. George has served as chief commercial officer at LATAM Airlines Group, Latin America’s largest airline holding company, in Santiago, Chile. Prior to joining LATAM, he operated an airline strategy consulting practice, where he served airline and travel industry clients, including a role as interim Chief Commercial Officer at Norwegian Air Shuttle ASA. He previously served as a member of JetBlue’s leadership team from 2006-2019. Over…
The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey and JFKIAT, the operator of John F. Kennedy International Airport’s (JFK) Terminal 4, recently unveiled the latest exhibit for the terminal’s ongoing arts and culture program to highlight a diverse mix of work by local artists and organizations that showcase the culture and history of Queens. The T4 Arts & Culture program is a collaboration between the Port Authority and terminal operator JFKIAT that presents a curated, ongoing series of installations, exhibits, and performances at the terminal throughout the year featuring the full New York City experience from local art to…
The oneworld alliance has named airline industry veteran Nathaniel (Nat) Pieper as its new CEO. Pieper, who is currently senior vice president of fleet, finance and alliances at oneworld member Alaska Airlines, will join the alliance in his new role on 01 April 2024. As CEO, Pieper will lead oneworld through its 25th anniversary celebration year and focus on strengthening the alliance between its partners to provide customers an exceptional and seamless travel experience around the world. Pieper will report to the alliance’s Governing Board, comprised of the member airline CEOs. Robert Isom, American Airlines Chief Executive Officer and oneworld…
American Airlines welcomes tentative approval from the United States Department of Transportation (DOT) to begin nonstop service between New York (JFK) and Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND). American will be the only U.S. carrier operating service between JFK and Tokyo, complementing the existing service operated by its joint business partner Japan Airlines. “American looks forward to beginning nonstop service to Tokyo’s Haneda Airport from JFK,” said American’s CEO Robert Isom. “We are grateful to the DOT and thankful to our partner, Japan Airlines, for supporting our application. Together, we are well-positioned to offer customers a comprehensive network between two of the…