FAA Opens New Atlanta Flight Operations Facility
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) on Nov. 16, dedicated the new Atlanta Flight Operations Facility at Cobb County International Airport.
The 32,050-square-foot facility includes a 23,100-square-foot hangar that will accommodate six BE-300 aircraft that support Flight Program Operations flight inspection mission. The facility also includes shop space for aircraft maintenance and repair and administrative space that can accommodate 26 FAA employees.
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Matt Wenham Named 2019 ACC Board of Directors Chair
Matt Wenham, group manager of aviation engineering & construction for C&S Companies was elected chair of the 2019 Airport Consultants Council Board of Directors.
Wenham assumed the position at the ACC membership meeting Nov. 13, during the 40th ACC Annual Conference & Exposition in Bermuda.
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Fentress Architects to Design Nashville’s New International Arrival Facility
The Nashville International Airport (BNA) Board of Commissioners awarded the Hensel Phelps | Fentress Architects Progressive Design-Build Team the new $327 million Terminal Lobby and International Arrivals Facility.
Upon completion, the new IAF will strengthen the airport’s circulation by creating a central core that optimizes and facilitates passenger flow.
SFO, TSA and United Airlines Unveil New Automated Screening Lanes
The San Francisco International Airport (SFO) jointly with the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and United Airlines on Nov. 14, unveiled new state-of-the-art checkpoint technology ahead of the busy holiday travel season.
Located in SFO’s Terminal 3, the new Automated Screening Lanes incorporate innovative technology that enhances security while offering improved efficiency at security checkpoints.
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Kevin Wilkerson Joins Epic Fuels
Epic Fuels is pleased to announce that industry veteran Kevin Wilkerson has joined the company’s leadership team as its new vice president of transaction processing.
Wilkerson will be focusing on the continued growth and development of the company’s fuel payment cards, the Epic Card and the Signature Flight Support Card, and the company’s transaction processing platform.
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New Hotel Breaks Ground at Tri-Cities Airport Business Center
On Nov. 5, the Tri-Cities Airport, A-1 Hospitality, Congressman Dan Newhouse, and Visit Tri-Cities broke ground on a new airport hotel.
The four-story, business-traveler focused hotel will host 99 rooms, indoor pool, fitness center, boardroom, and a fast casual bistro serving as a coffee bar by day and cocktail bar in the evenings.
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Sally the Robot Lands in Buffalo
Travelers flying in and out of Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) can now enjoy fresh food from Sally the Robot.
Sally, created by Silicon Valley-based food robotics company Chowbotics, offers thousands of custom meal and snack options from any combination of up to 22 ingredients, in addition to chef-crafted, pre-programmed bowls.
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Vivica Brown Named Fraport’s VP of Operations at Nashville Airport
Fraport USA announced the appointment of Vivica Brown, Esq. IAP, as its vice president of operations for the concessions program at Nashville International Airport (BNA).
Prior to her recent role as vice president and general counsel of Brakkam Aviation Management in Atlanta, Brown served both as a former chief commercial officer and chief legal officer for Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
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Master ConcessionAir Complete Two Projects at MIA
Master ConcessionAir (MCA) recently brought renowned brands Desigual and TOUS to Miami International Airport, creating exciting retail space and more opportunities for travelers.
MCA also created a unique cube for Desigual, playing off the brand's constant drive for innovation.
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Angie Spear named Fairbanks International Airport Manager
Angie Spear was named manager of Fairbanks International Airport (FAI).
Spear has worked at FAI since 2005, initially serving as the business development and communications manager, before being promoted to division operations manager. Since July, she has served as acting airport manager.
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Melissa Osborn Named Representative to AAAE Board of Examiners
The Northwest Chapter of the American Association of Airport Executives announced named Fairbanks International Airport Operations Superintendent Melissa Osborn, A.A.E. the Chapter’s representative to the American Association of Airport Executives Board of Examiners.
Osborn, with industry professionals across the nation, will ensure the integrity, continued development and advancement of the AAAE’s prestigious Accredited Airport Executive (A.A.E) program.
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Solar Canopy Debuts in Van Nuys Airport
Van Nuys Airport tenant Aeroplex/Aerolease Group launched its solar rooftop and canopy installation. Six other business tenants also unveiled solar energy project commitments.
Upon completion of all seven projects presented , VNY will become one of California’s leading general aviation airports for solar energy production.
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ACI-NA Appoints Paradies Lagardère’s Patrick Wallace to Board of Directors
Paradies Lagardère announced that Patrick Wallace, vice president, business development, has been appointed to the Airports Council International-North America’s (ACI-NA) World Business
Partners/Associates Board of Directors. He will serve on the board for a term of three years.
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Billy Bishop Airport Completes Airfield Rehabilitation Program
PortsToronto completed the Billy Bishop Airfield Rehabilitation Program.
The significant three-year rehabilitation initiative included the reconstruction of runways and taxiways, the installation of new energy efficient LED lighting and the construction of a Ground Run-up Enclosure.
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Johnson Controls Leads Technology Integration for Nashville
Johnson Controls has been chosen by general contractor Hensel Phelps to deliver building-wide systems integration for Nashville International Airport’s (BNA) growth and expansion plan, BNA Vision.
As part of the project, Johnson Controls will also provide early engagement technology design-assist services, which are integral to determining the necessary technologies required to achieve the airport’s objective: a smart, connected airport.
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HDR Expands Aviation Practice
HDR named Tim Fish, P.E., to East region aviation manager. With HDR for eight years, he previously served as Florida aviation director and managing principal in south Florida.
Kevin Ashton joined the firm’s transportation architecture practice as an aviation architecture principal based in New York City.
Ashton, AIA, LEED AP BD+C, NCARB, will lead business and project development to serve aviation clients in the Northeast.
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Lamar Advertising to Manage OOH Inventory at MSN
Lamar Advertising Co. has been awarded a contract by Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) to manage all Out of Home advertising inventory within the airport.
Lamar will initially refurbish all existing advertising inventory in the airport, replacing all static signage with premium displays and introducing digital displays for the first time.
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Albert Dwoskin Joins MWAA Board of Directors
Albert Dwoskin has joined the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority Board of Directors as an appointee of the Governor of Virginia.
Dwoskin is president and chief executive officer of A.J. Dwoskin & Associates, a real estate development and management company serving Northern Virginia and the broader National Capital region.
Sonoma Jet Center Announces Stage II IS-BAH Safety Certification
Sonoma Jet Center recently became the first FBO in Northern California and one of a handful in the United States to achieve successful implementation of Stage II of the International Standard for Business Aircraft Handling (IS-BAH).
IS-BAH Stage II certification demonstrates Sonoma Jet Center’s commitment to safety and innovation for customers, employees, and the public at large.
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Long Beach Completes Runway Reconstruction
Long Beach Airport (LGB) to celebrate the completed reconstruction of Runway 8R-26L, which is primarily used for general aviation.
Runway 26L is Long Beach Airport’s shortest but busiest runway.
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Gary/Chicago International Airport U.S. Customs Facility Opens
Gary/Chicago International Airport (GYY) announced Oct. 10, its new general aviation U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) facility is open for business and accepting international arrivals.
Airport users can now fly into Gary from any destination in the world without having to stop at another airport to clear customs.
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Mobile Airport Authority Promotes Chris Curry to President
The Mobile Airport Authority (MAA) promoted Executive Director Thomas “Chris” Curry to president of the Mobile Airport Authority.
In this role, Curry oversees all aspects of the Mobile Downtown Airport, Mobile Regional and the Mobile Aeroplex at Brookley under the direction of the Airport Authority Board.
