Queenstown Airport is set to become the first in Australasia to install an advanced runway safety system, with work scheduled to begin this spring. The airport will invest over $20 million to install engineered materials arresting system (EMAS) beds at both ends of its main runway. EMAS technology is designed to safely stop aircraft that
Star Alliance’s Los Angeles International Airport lounge has been named North America’s Leading Airport Lounge at the World Travel Awards for the fifth year running. The award was announced at the Caribbean & The Americas Gala Ceremony held in Saint Vincent on 1 July 2024. Star Alliance CEO Theo Panagiotoulias said: “Our aim at Star
Air India is set to resume flights to Zurich after a 27-year absence, partnering with global air services provider dnata for ground handling operations. dnata has secured a multi-year contract to provide passenger, ramp and baggage services for Air India’s new four-weekly service between Zurich and Delhi. The airline will operate Boeing 787-8 aircraft on
Star Alliance is commemorating 10 years of operations at Heathrow Terminal 2, popularly referred to as the Star Alliance terminal by passengers. The terminal has served as the base for 23 Star Alliance member airlines, facilitating over 120 departures every day and representing nearly 20% of the available seat capacity from the airport. Theo Panagiotoulias,
British Airways has opened its completely refurbished luxurious lounge at Lagos airport, following a six-month renovation project. The 360-square-metre space has been cleverly designed to provide customers with more room to relax, dine, or work in a premium setting, while also proudly showcasing local art from Akoje Gallery. The contemporary lounge features a grand entrance
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has announced another round of funding for 90 airport-related infrastructure grants across 34 states, totaling nearly $187 million. The projects are funded under President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Airport Infrastructure Grants (AIG) program, which is part of the $25 billion allocated in the law for airport
