San Antonio International Airport Celebrates Opening of Terminal A Ground Expansion
San Antonio International Airport opened the Terminal A ground‑load expansion, adding new gates, passenger areas and a federal inspection station. The ground‑load facility lets passengers board aircraft at curbside level, boosting operational capacity and reducing reliance on jet bridges. The project supports the airport’s 10 million‑plus annual passengers and aligns with the broader ELEVATE/SAT capital plan. Officials highlighted job creation and enhanced accessibility as key community benefits.
Ontario International Airport Reports Better than 6% Passenger Gain in February
Ontario International Airport reported a 6.3% year‑over‑year increase in February passenger traffic, handling 478,625 travelers, with domestic traffic modestly up 2.1% and international traffic jumping 55.1% to 55,531 passengers. Year‑to‑date figures show a 5% rise to over 971,000 passengers, driven...
MIA Passengers Get Miami Music Week Experience with DJ Amal Nemer
Miami International Airport turned its terminals into a Miami Music Week venue on March 26, featuring a three‑hour live set by rising DJ Amal Nemer. The event entertained hundreds of travelers while showcasing the airport’s $12 billion capital improvement program. Nemer,...
RS&H Welcomes Tang Fang as Principal Architect, Further Strengthening Its Aviation Market Team
RS&H has appointed Tang Fang, AIA, LEED AP, as a principal architect for its aviation market, adding more than two decades of design experience to the firm. Fang previously led the $130 million expansion and renovation of Key West International Airport,...
F.H. Paschen to Begin Taxiway And Bridge Project at Houston’s Bush Intercontinental Airport
F.H. Paschen has launched a two‑month, $2.2 million project at George Bush Intercontinental Airport to repair erosion‑damaged taxiway bridge retaining walls and modernize the associated electrical system. The scope includes soil stabilization, concrete replacement, waterproofing, and new electrical components, all performed...
Avianca to Operate More than 8,300 Flights During Holy Week Travel Season
Avianca will operate more than 8,300 flights and provide over 1.4 million seats between March 27 and April 6, covering a network of 150+ routes to 80+ destinations in 27 countries across the Americas and Europe. The schedule targets the Holy Week travel...
New Vice President of Culinary to Champion Culinary Experiences for SSP America
SSP America announced Brian Kumrow as its new Vice President of Culinary, tasked with shaping the company’s food strategy across a growing network of airport restaurants. Kumrow brings more than 15 years of multi‑unit culinary leadership, most recently overseeing 220...
Asheville Regional Airport Begins TSA Support Drive
Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) announced a community‑driven support initiative for its Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers who are working without pay due to the ongoing partial federal government shutdown. Approximately 96 TSA team members at AVL are affected, prompting the...
SWISSPORT’S MATCHBOX PLATFORM ACHIEVES ISO 27001, 27017 AND 27018 CERTIFICATIONS
Swissport’s Matchbox, a cloud‑based travel document validation platform, has earned ISO 27001, ISO 27017 and ISO 27018 certifications, confirming its information‑security, cloud‑security and privacy controls. The platform already validates more than four million passengers with 100% accuracy on inadmissible traveler...
Mayor Moreno, Regional Leaders Share Details of Master Plan for Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport
Mayor Helena Moreno and regional leaders unveiled the Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) Master Plan, a ten‑year roadmap to accommodate projected growth to 8.6‑9.7 million departing passengers. The plan calls for a second terminal, 10‑15 new gates, upgraded roadways,...
MSP Begins Redevelopment Efforts for Terminal 1 Concessions
The Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) is initiating the first major redevelopment of Terminal 1 concessions at Minneapolis‑St. Paul International Airport in nearly a decade. An RFP slated for summer 2026 will offer more than 45 food, beverage and retail locations across...
Unison Consulting Joins Paslay Group
Paslay Group and Unison Consulting announced a merger that creates a larger aviation consultancy with combined expertise in executive program management, finance, concessions, and data analytics. Paslay, celebrating its 20th anniversary, has overseen $51.7 billion in airport capital programs across 50...
MAXOLUTION® Introduces a Standardized Mobile Robotic Platform with Contactless Charging
MAXOLUTION, an SEW‑EURODRIVE company, launched the Mobile Robot Platform 1600 (MR P1600), a standardized, modular robot designed for pallet transport in factories and warehouses. The platform offers up to 1 600 kg payload, 1.6 m/s speed, and optional contactless inductive charging via MOVITRANS solutions....
Indy Airport Says ‘Hello Avelo’
Indianapolis International Airport announced that ultra‑low‑cost carrier Avelo Airlines will begin service on June 18, adding twice‑weekly nonstop flights to Concord, North Carolina, and New Haven, Connecticut. The routes make Avelo the airport’s 12th passenger airline and its fourth ULCC,...
Veovo Selected by Seattle–Tacoma International Airport to Strengthen Slot Coordination
Seattle–Tacoma International Airport has chosen Veovo, together with OneAlpha, to implement a modern slot coordination platform. The solution provides a daily, airport‑wide view of runway, apron and terminal capacity, allowing more accurate scheduling and real‑time alerts when limits are reached....
Opening of the Airhart Design & Engineering Center
Airhart announced the opening of its new Design & Engineering Center in Long Beach, featuring a tour of its hangar, flight simulator, and intelligent cockpit architecture. The event will host aviation legend Linda Sollars, who will discuss the FAA’s MOSAIC...
Tri-Cities Airport Celebrates Arrival of New Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting Vehicle
Tri-Cities Airport in Pasco, Washington, unveiled a third‑generation Oshkosh Striker Airport Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) vehicle in a ceremonial push‑in event. The $1.1 million unit replaces the 2009 frontline truck and carries 1,500 gallons of water, 210 gallons of fluorine‑free F3 foam,...
Indy Airport’s New Dublin Flight Marks Lucky First Year
Aer Lingus celebrated one year of nonstop service between Indianapolis and Dublin, a route launched in May 2025 that has quickly become popular with both leisure and business travelers. In its first year the airline operated over 300 flights and...
One Airport’s Used Equipment Is Another’s Salvation
Amid a turbulent month for U.S. aviation, two airports turned to used equipment to solve operational challenges. Waukesha County Airport sourced snowplows, blowers and sweepers from Minneapolis‑St. Paul, while Salt Lake City International acquired surplus shuttle buses from Denver International....
What Makes SnowPo So Special
The Northeast Chapter of the American Association of Airport Executives is hosting its 58th International Aviation Snow Symposium in Buffalo, NY, from April 24‑29. The conference blends practical, real‑world sessions with a volunteer‑driven, peer‑led format that emphasizes collaboration between airports,...
Do You See Blue or Green?
Albany International Airport unveiled "Treasure Map," a green sculpture crafted from upcycled Southwest Airlines seat leather. The artwork, designed by Hudson Valley artist Ruby Palmer, celebrates Southwest’s 25‑year partnership with the airport and its Repurpose with Purpose sustainability initiative. Since...
SSP Awarded New F&B Contract at JFK Terminal 6
SSP America has been awarded the food‑and‑beverage contract for four outlets in JFK’s new Terminal 6. The concepts – For Five Coffee, P.J. Clarke’s, Le Grand Comptoir and Gotham Burger Social Club – will roll out in two phases, with the first...
The County of Orange Partners with ADK to Recruit Senior Engineering Manager
ADK Consulting & Executive Search placed Reynold Tang, P.E., S.E., as Senior Engineering Manager at John Wayne Airport (SNA). Tang will lead a multidisciplinary team responsible for the airport’s $700 million Capital Improvement Program, covering airside, landside, terminal and utility projects. He...
The City of Charlotte Partners with ADK to Recruit Director of Planning, Design & Development
ADK Consulting placed Monica Holmes as the City of Charlotte’s Director of Planning, Design & Development. Holmes, a Charlotte native, has been interim Planning Director since February 2025 and oversaw the final draft of 14 Community Area Plans. Previously, she...
ADK Works With The Port of Oakland to Recruit Manager of Airport Properties
ADK Consulting & Executive Search has placed Rebekah Bray as Manager of Airport Properties for Oakland International Airport (OAK). In her new role, Bray will oversee the Port of Oakland’s aviation real‑estate portfolio, including leasing, concessions and commercial development. She...
TPA Starts up New Blue Shuttles at Airsides A and C
Tampa International Airport launched its new Blue Shuttles on March 13, replacing the aging Red fleet at Airsides A and C. The next‑generation Innovia APM R cars, built by Alstom, feature proprietary software, upgraded electrical systems, concrete guideways, enhanced lighting,...
MEDIA ADVISORY: AMAC Kicks Off 2026 AMAC Economic Opportunity & Policy Forum in Washington, DC — Nation’s Aviation Leaders Converge...
The Airport Minority Advisory Council (AMAC) will host its 2026 Economic Opportunity & Policy Forum in Washington, DC, from March 18‑20. The three‑day event gathers aviation leaders, policymakers, and small‑business owners to discuss Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) and Airport Concessions...
Syracuse Hancock International Airport Selected for Federal Pilot Program Advancing Next-Generation Aviation
SYR was selected as a key partner in a new federal pilot program aimed at testing next‑generation aircraft technologies. The initiative, launched by the U.S. DOT and FAA, will evaluate twelve operational concepts, including eVTOL, electric, and hybrid aircraft, with...
MIA Debuts First Wait N’ Rest Sleep Rooms in North America
Miami International Airport inaugurated the first Wait n’ Rest luxury sleep rooms in North America, featuring 15 suites in Concourse D. The suites offer hotel‑level bedding, private showers, touchscreen controls and a curated snack bar, with hourly rates from $40...
Bessemer Airport Authority Announces $4 Million in Federal Funding to Renovate EKY’s Primary Aircraft Apron
The Bessemer Airport Authority secured $4 million in Congressionally Directed Spending, backed by Senators Tommy Tuberville and Katie Boyd Britt, to renovate the primary large‑aircraft apron at Bessemer National Airport (EKY). The funding will cover pavement renewal, relocation of the Automated...
Ontario International Airport Honored for Community Engagement and Innovation in Airport Concessions for Its Brewery X Collaboration
Ontario International Airport (ONT) earned the Airport Experience Conference’s Best Community Engagement Initiative award for its "Come Fly With Me" craft beer partnership with local Brewery X. The collaboration, launched in Terminal 2 in 2023, has expanded the ONT‑branded blonde ale...
Asheville Regional Airport Posts Second-Highest Year in History with 2.24 Million Passengers in 2025
Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) logged 2,240,877 passengers in 2025, the second‑highest volume in its history. The airport achieved this growth despite Hurricane Helene and an ongoing terminal expansion, underscoring its operational resilience. New nonstop routes and added seat capacity across...
New License Plate Recognition Technology to Streamline Parking at South Bend International Airport
South Bend International Airport will roll out ticketless parking using license‑plate recognition technology from March 4 to March 6, weather permitting. Drivers will scan QR codes, register their plate and payment details, and exit without stopping at a gate. The system supports...
New Phoenix Airport Museum Installation Showcases the Region’s Legacy of Ingenuity
Phoenix Sky Harbor’s Terminal 4 now features the “Desert Innovation” mural, a large‑scale photo installation that runs along the post‑security bridge between gates A and D. The exhibit, created by the Phoenix Airport Museum in partnership with the Greater Phoenix Economic...
Gilmore, Daifuku and ICM Partner to Install Concourse A Baggage Handling System at Denver International Airport
Gilmore Construction, Daifuku, and Industrial Constructors/Managers (ICM) have secured a contract to install a new Daifuku baggage handling system in Concourse A of Denver International Airport. Gilmore will act as the general contractor, Daifuku as the OEM and integrator, and ICM...
Lee County Port Authority Names New Deputy Executive Director and Chief Commercial Officer
The Lee County Port Authority announced Jesse Flint as its new Deputy Executive Director and Chief Commercial Officer. Flint will oversee revenue‑generating activities at Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) and Page Field, including concessions, IT, property, and risk management. He...
SLO County Airport Launches GoodMaps Indoor Navigation to Enhance Accessibility
San Luis Obispo County Airport has introduced GoodMaps, a smartphone‑based indoor navigation platform that provides turn‑by‑turn guidance throughout the terminal without additional hardware. The solution offers audio directions for blind travelers, visual cues for the deaf, step‑free routing for wheelchair...
Tampa International Airport Shines as Finalist in 2026 Spotless Spaces Awards
Tampa International Airport (TPA) has been named one of nine U.S. finalists for the 2026 ISSA Spotless Spaces of the Year Awards. The airport’s long‑standing partnership with Flagship Facility Services underpins a comprehensive cleaning program that covers terminals, airside areas,...
PHX Free Little Library Debuts at Phoenix Sky Harbor
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport opened the PHX Free Little Library in Terminal 3’s Culture Corner on March 2, celebrating Read Across America Day. The amenity is a joint effort by the airport, Phoenix Public Library and the Friends of the Phoenix...
TrafFix Devices Enhances Airport Security with the Water Wall System
TrafFix Devices introduced its Water Wall system, a durable positive‑separation barrier designed for airport environments. Certified as a MASH‑eligible TL‑2 longitudinal channelizing device, it helps manage passenger flow and protect work zones during runway or taxiway maintenance. Constructed from low‑density...
Louis Armstrong Airport to Begin Work on $27.1 Million Runway Rehabilitation Project
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) will begin an eight‑month, $27.1 million runway rehabilitation on Runway 2/20 starting March 2. The project, financed primarily through the FAA Airport Improvement Program, includes full‑depth reconstruction of the runway’s two center panels, new lighting, joint...
San Bernardino International Airport Marks a Record Year for Passengers and Aircraft Operations in 2025
San Bernardino International Airport (SBD) logged a record 62,000+ passengers in 2025, a 50% year‑over‑year jump, while aircraft movements rose 18% to 68,830 operations. The surge follows three years of Breeze Airways service linking the Inland Empire to San Francisco and...
Orlando International Airport Garners Two 2025 Asq Customer Experience Awards
Orlando International Airport (MCO) received two 2025 ASQ Customer Experience Awards from Airports Council International (ACI) World, recognizing it as one of North America’s Best Airports at Departures and as a Most Enjoyable airport. The accolades reflect MCO’s handling of...
Ontario International Airport Passenger Count 3.7% Higher in January as New Year Begins on a High Note
Ontario International Airport reported a 3.7% rise in January 2026 passenger volume, reaching 492,895 travelers. International traffic surged 64% to a record 66,281, while domestic numbers slipped 1.9% to 426,614. The airport added a new daily nonstop service to Boise...
Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport Adds Striker® 6×6 ARFF Vehicle to Support Emergency Readiness
Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport (SJU) in Puerto Rico has added an Oshkosh Striker® 6×6 Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) vehicle to its all‑Oshkosh fleet. The 6×6 model brings a 3,000‑gallon water tank, 420‑gallon foam capacity, and advanced TAK‑4 independent...
MKE Airport Celebrates 100 Years of Flight in 2026
Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE) will mark its 100th anniversary on October 5, 2026, launching a year‑long centennial campaign that includes community events and a dedicated website. The airport, which has handled more than 300 million passengers since 1926, highlights a...
Miami-Dade County Mayor and American Airlines Unveil Plans for MIA’s Concourse D Expansion
Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava and American Airlines CEO Robert Isom announced a $1 billion expansion of Concourse D’s Gate D60 at Miami International Airport. The three‑level project will convert the existing area into 17 new contact gates, upgraded boarding lounges, retail,...
PHL Surpasses 30 Million Passengers for Second Consecutive Year
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) handled 30.1 million passengers in 2025, marking the first consecutive 30‑million‑plus years since 2018‑19. International traffic rose 7.5% to over 4.1 million passengers, driven by new routes from Aeroméxico, American Airlines and Frontier. Cargo volumes increased 7.4% to...
Seasonal Flights Between Blue Grass Airport and Minneapolis Return
Delta Air Lines will resume seasonal nonstop service between Lexington’s Blue Grass Airport and Minneapolis‑Saint Paul International Airport, operating Saturdays from May 9 to August 8, 2026. The route, previously discontinued in 2021, will be flown on a 76‑seat CRJ‑900, offering travelers a...
Monterey Regional Airport Celebrates a New Passenger Record and Favorable Rating for Terminal Revenue Financing
Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) announced a new all‑time passenger record of 659,867 travelers in 2025, a 6.3% increase over the prior year. The growth stems from airlines adding seats and deploying larger aircraft to meet rising demand for the Monterey...