Airports

New developments at airports including regulations and noise issues; legal disputes; openings, acquisitions and mergers.

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Charlotte Douglas Airport To Get New Control Tower

When operational in 2020, the 370-foot tall structure will be the second highest ATC tower in the country.
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GE Selects Rectrix Hanscom for Flight Department

GE said Bedford was chosen based on its proximity to its headquarters, capability for serving corporate air operations and "fully capable" FBO.
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Slot Program Kicks Off in France for Championships

Mandatory slot program in effect from June 10 to July 10 at designated airports throughout France to handle increase in private aircraft coming to games.
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Noise-abatement Plan Proposed for Bob Hope Airport

Proposed noise-compatibility program for the Southern California airport is scheduled to be approved or disapproved by the FAA on or before November 7.
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Cleveland Faces FAA Fines for Lax Snow Clearance

The city was charged with failure to maintain runways at Cleveland Hopkins International Airport during several snowstorms.
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Aeropole of Payerne Promoting Technopark

Third-party investors can help new projects, execs say.
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Oxford Is on the Up

London Oxford Airport continues to grow its business aviation offering, with new tenants and significant investment in facilities
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Heliport Reaches Half-million Milestone

London Heliport has reported an increase in movements over the past year. The facility has also recently celebrated its 500,000th movement
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French Government Receive Bids for Lyon and Nice Airports

Private investors are looking to buy controlling stakes of the airports of Nice-Cote d'Azur, Lyon St Exupéry and Lyon Bron.
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For Rio Olympics, Jet Crews Must Plan Early, Land after Midnight

Flying in to Rio and surrounding airports will require plenty of patience.
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NetJets Partners with London Heliport

Now rebranded NetJets London Heliport, the port also recently celebrated its 500,000th movement.
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NYC Airports Slot Proposal Withdrawn

FAA withdrew proposed rulemaking that would have imposed new landing restrictions on nonscheduled operations at JFK, La Guardia and Newark Airports.
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California's Bob Hope Airport To Rebrand

Airport officials seeking better geographic recognition of their facility, voted to rebrand with some Tinseltown glamour.
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Is Maglev the Future of Aircraft Takeoff?

Is Maglev the Future of Aircraft Takeoff?
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Settlement Reached with One Plaintiff in SMO Fight

As the California city continues in its attempts to close its airport, it comes to terms with one of its opponents.
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Customs Returns To Florida Keys Airport

The airport, which recently added International to its name, now has its first permanent Customs facility.
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Legacy 450 Approved for Ops at France's La Mole Airport

To get the approval, the twinjet had to demonstrate strict performance requirements to operate on the airport’s short runway.
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Preserving General Aviation Airports: A Matter of Money, Land and Politics

General aviation advocates see education as key to preservation.
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Striking Controllers Close Brussels Airport Again

Unofficial strike action by some Belgian air traffic controllers has caused hundreds of flight cancellations at Brussels.
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Brazil Airports Prepare for Bizjet Rush During Olympics

Space at Rio de Janeiro’s airports will be tighter than during the World Cup, with no plans yet announced for high-density bizjet parking.
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Brussels Airport Reopens for Limited Service

Airport authorities, police reach agreement on increased security measures
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Brussels Airport Ready to Reopen, Possibly by Weekend

Airport authorities await ‘political’ approval for restart
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AirMap Unveils Drone Digital Flight Notice Network

AirMap allows airport operators to view unmanned aircraft system flight notices submitted by drone operators.
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Bakersfield Airport Launches Major Rehab Program

In service since 1926 Meadows Field is set to receive the biggest makeover in its history.
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District Court Hears Santa Monica Airport Appeal

The city of Santa Monica is appealing dismissal of its 2013 lawsuit, which sought to clarify its title to the Santa Monica Airport property.
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U.S. Appeals Court Hears Arguments Over SMO's Fate

NBAA backed lower court's assertion that the 12-year statute of limitations had long expired over the city of Santa Monica's complaints.
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Indy Airport Looks To Drum Up Business

The airport operator is seeing results from its decision to eliminate landing fees.
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Winner Aviation Gets DCA Gateway Approval

Ohio's Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport is now an approved gateway to Reagan National.
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Brazil Gears Up for Olympic Business Jet Traffic

Competition for ramp space comes from aircraft carrying heads of state and show horses
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Controp Develops Airfield Safety Systems

Controp from Israel has partnered with Pharovision to develop and test an electro-optic wildlife tracking system to enhance airfield safety.