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Why ICAO Rejected IATA’s Proposal To Raise Pilot Age Limits
Why ICAO Rejected IATA’s Proposal To Raise Pilot Age Limits
On Friday, October 3, the ICAO rejected a proposal by the IATA to raise the mandatory retirement age for commercial airline pilots.
Read moreLaser Installation Deployed To Protect Munich Airport From Drone Sightings
Laser Installation Deployed To Protect Munich Airport From Drone Sightings
German authorities have deployed a laser installation at Munich Airport (MUC) following multiple drone sightings at the facility since the start of the month
Read moreDublin: Planning permission received for Pier 1 West expansion
Dublin: Planning permission received for Pier 1 West expansion
Dublin Airport has received planning permission to expand Pier 1 West, with operator DAA set to add a second storey to address overcrowding.
Read moreBelfast City: Draft Masterplan 2040 outlines expansion plans for airport
Belfast City: Draft Masterplan 2040 outlines expansion plans for airport
Belfast City Airport (Northern Ireland) has published its draft Master Plan 2040, outlining proposals to expand capacity to 7 million passengers annually by 2040.
Read moreAena has approved the largest investment programme in the history of Spain’s airports
Aena has approved the largest investment programme in the history of Spain’s airports
Aena allocates EUR 12.9 billion (USD 13.9 billion) for the 2027–2031 period, five times higher than the previous cycle
Read moreKrakow: Tender launched for western expansion of passenger terminal
Krakow: Tender launched for western expansion of passenger terminal
Kraków Airport launches tender for the western expansion of its passenger terminal, the first stage of a project to raise capacity beyond 19 million passengers annually
Read moreKatowice: Six bidders shortlisted to design new passenger terminal
Katowice: Six bidders shortlisted to design new passenger terminal
Katowice Airport shortlists six bidders to design a new main passenger terminal under a competitive dialogue led by the Upper Silesian Aviation Group, the airport operator
Read moreRonald Reagan Washington National: Terminal 1 redevelopment; MWAA targeting Nov 2026 for Federal Environmental Approval
Ronald Reagan Washington National: Terminal 1 redevelopment; MWAA targeting Nov 2026 for Federal Environmental Approval
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (Virginia) is moving forward with plans to redevelop its ageing Terminal 1
Read moreBengaluru Kempegowda: Phase 2 expansion of Terminal 2 due to commence by early 2026
Bengaluru Kempegowda: Phase 2 expansion of Terminal 2 due to commence by early 2026
Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport (Karnataka state) will begin Phase 2 expansion of Terminal 2 by early 2026, with completion scheduled for 2028
Read moreBirmingham Airport announces new AI-powered improvements to customer experience
Birmingham Airport announces new AI-powered improvements to customer experience
Birmingham Airport (BHX) has today announced the launch of a new tech-driven programme of developments designed to transform the passenger experience.
Read moreDutch government hikes air ticket taxes again, undermining connectivity and decarbonisation
Dutch government hikes air ticket taxes again, undermining connectivity and decarbonisation
A4E and ACI EUROPE warned Dutch govt’s decision to further increase already high air ticket tax will undermine connectivity, hurt passengers, and weaken investment in aviation decarbonisation
Read moreZurich Airport’s long-term approach to sustainability: energy transition, breakthrough fuels and electrification
Zurich Airport’s long-term approach to sustainability: energy transition, breakthrough fuels and electrification
With over three decades at Zurich Airport, Emanuel Fleuti has witnessed the evolution of sustainability from a fringe concern to a core strategic pillar.
Read moreCPK awards contract for Baggage Handling System
CPK awards contract for Baggage Handling System
Consortium of Vanderlande Logistics GmbH and Vanderlande Logistics, Unipessoal Lda has been selected to design, supply, install, commission, operate and maintain the BHS
Read moreCPK launches search for contractor to deliver lifts, escalators and moving walkways at the new airport
CPK launches search for contractor to deliver lifts, escalators and moving walkways at the new airport
The purpose of the tender is to select a contractor responsible for the design, supply, installation, commissioning and servicing of these systems.
Read more‘Biometric Exit’ Quietly Expands Across U.S. Airports, Unnerving Some
‘Biometric Exit’ Quietly Expands Across U.S. Airports, Unnerving Some
The United States has long avoided outbound passport control, but is quietly building a biometric exit system at airports that functions much like one.
Read moreChicago O’Hare and Midway: Chicago Airports Launch High-Tech Sensory Tools to Improve Travel Experience for Neurodivergent Travelers in U.S.
Chicago O’Hare and Midway: Chicago Airports Launch High-Tech Sensory Tools to Improve Travel Experience for Neurodivergent Travelers in U.S.
CDA unveils new digital tools designed to enhance accessibility and reduce travel stress for neurodivergent passengers and individuals with sensory sensitivities
Read moreFAA plans to furlough 11,000 employees in US government shutdown
FAA plans to furlough 11,000 employees in US government shutdown
U.S. Transportation Department said on Tuesday more than 11,000 employees at the Federal Aviation Administration would be furloughed if government funding lapses
Read moreUSDOT will not enforce Biden wheelchair passenger protection rule
USDOT will not enforce Biden wheelchair passenger protection rule
U.S. DoT said it will not enforce key provisions of a Biden administration rule issued in Dec 24 requiring new consumer protections for disabled passengers using wheelchairs
Read moreDOT Revises All DBE and ACDBE Rules
DOT Revises All DBE and ACDBE Rules
On September 30, the USDOT issued an Interim Final Rule revising the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) and Airport Concessions DBE (ACDBE) programs.
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