Tags: Airport News

Kobe Airport to introduce large tank firefighting vehicles

The Kansai Airports Group is introducing new firefighting vehicles at Kobe Airport (KOBE).  Replacing the old vehicles that have been in service at KOBE for 16 years since September 2005, the new vehicles will bring firefighting operational enhancements and a significant increase in storage capacity for firefighting and rescue equipment. The Kansai Airports Group is […]

BLR Airport Achieves Ambitious Goal of becoming Net Energy Neutral

Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL) is proud to announce the accomplishment of one of its ambitious goals — Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru (BLR Airport) achieves net energy neutral status in the Financial Year 2020-21. As part of its sustainability goals, BIAL had set the target to become Net Energy Neutral by 2020-21. As an outcome […]

Bordeaux Airport Energy transition, biodiversity and eco-responsibility

The €8 million programme of investment on the environment at Bordeaux Airport in its resilience and recovery plan is enabling the airport operator to pursue its engagements. With the award of its first certificate under the European Airport Carbon Accreditation scheme by Airport Council International Europe, Bordeaux Airport is continuing its efforts to become carbon […]

ACI extends global Airport Health Accreditation programme

Accreditation assesses health measures against established global standards Airports Council International (ACI) World has extended its Airport Health Accreditation programme which assists airports to demonstrate to passengers, regulators, and governments that they are prioritizing health and safety in a measurable, established manner. The programme is supported by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and, since […]

Hopes Rise for Vaccinated Travelers in Europe, but Global Restart Still Stalled

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) welcomed the relaxation of COVID-19 border measures for vaccinated passengers, and the broader use of affordable antigen testing adopted by Spain and France. This is tempered by ongoing disappointment at the failure to implement harmonized measures across Europe and deep frustration at the lack of coordination among governments worldwide […]

Avolon and Vertical Aerospace Announce World’s Largest eVTOL Aircraft Order

Order for up to 500 electric aircraft valued at US$2 billion Avolon-e becomes a launch customer for Vertical’s VA-X4 eVTOL The VA-X4 eVTOL will revolutionise air travel with zero emissions Order underscores Avolon’s commitment to combat climate change and the electrification of air transport Avolon, the international aircraft leasing company, and Vertical Aerospace (‘Vertical’), the […]

Boston Logan International Airport Pilots Virtual Security Line Powered by accesso®

accesso Technology Group plc the premier technology solutions provider for attractions and venues worldwide, has partnered with Boston Logan International Airport to pilot a Virtual Security Line. This partnership marks accesso’s first foray into service of the airline industry and positions Boston Logan International Airport as a pioneer in adoption of technology that is proving […]

IATA – Aircraft Operations Must Not Suffer from Political Interference

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called on the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) to maintain the critical separation between politics and aviation safety issues. The call followed the latest development in events following the incident when Ryanair FR4978 was intercepted over Belarus Airspace and forced to land in Minsk. On 2 June EASA replaced […]

Net zero by 2050: ACI sets global long term carbon goal for airports

ACI urges governments to provide support in this crucial global effort Airports Council International (ACI) World and the five ACI regions – in collaboration with members – have created a long-term carbon goal for their member airports: “ACI member airports at a global level commit to reach net zero carbon emissions by 2050 and urge governments […]

American Airlines launches third daily frequency at Quito airport

Past midnight on Thursday, June 3, flight AA 946 departed from Quito International Airport headed to Miami, becoming American Airline’s third daily frequency from Ecuador’s capital city airport to the United States. This third daily American Airlines flight represents a growth of 48.1% in seats compared to 2019, making visible the gradual, yet sustained recovery […]