Source: Houston Airports 90-day resurfacing and lighting upgrade on Runway 9/27 keeps four runways open while improving friction, visibility and long-term performance. One of the longest and most heavily used runways at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) will soon undergo a carefully planned upgrade designed to strengthen safety and extend the life of critical airport infrastructure. Houston Airports has temporarily closed Runway 9/27 — a 10,000-foot runway made up of approximately 1.5 million square feet of concrete — for a 90-day resurfacing and lighting improvement project. Rather than repaving the runway, crews will grind approximately one-half inch off the existing concrete surface, retexture it and then regroove the runway. The process restores friction and drainage performance, helping aircraft maintain better [...]

Source: Aruba Airport Removing Shoes Is No Longer Necessary Aruba Airport Authority N.V. (AAA) is pleased to announce an important enhancement to the passenger security screening process at Queen Beatrix International Airport (AUA Airport). Already enforced, departing passengers will no longer be required to remove their shoes during security screening. This improvement aligns with AAA’s efforts to adhere to and ensure it evolves with international aviation security standards and reflects AAA’s continued commitment to enhancing passenger comfort while maintaining the highest levels of safety and security. The updated procedure streamlines the screening process, reduces wait times, and improves the overall airport experience — all without compromising security protocols. AAA collaborates closely with its aviation security partners to ensure that safety [...]

Source: Santiago de Chile International Airport Cirium, the international aviation analytics firm, awarded the Chilean airport for its operational efficiency, as it registered more than 87% of its departures and 84.5% of its arrivals on time during 2025. This milestone is related to the new infrastructure, technologies and a management system that assigns airlines by zones and flights prioritizing their efficiency. Santiago de Chile International Airport, a company managed by Groupe ADP, VINCI Airports and Gestione Concessioni, was officially recognized as the most punctual large airport in the world (over 25 million passengers per year) by the international analytics company Cirium, a leader in aviation data and analysis. The award ceremony was led by the new Minister of Public Works, [...]

Source: Santiago de Chile International Airport  The report outlines the economic, social, and environmental impact of Chile’s main air terminal, including an estimated contribution of 110,000 jobs, 697 tons of recycled waste, and an operation powered entirely by renewable energy. Santiago de Chile International Airport has published its first Sustainability Report, covering 2024. This release marks a milestone in the airport’s evolution, closing a decade of major infrastructure development and signaling a new phase focused on operational excellence, improved passenger experience and responsible management of its economic, social and environmental impact. Issued voluntarily, the report consolidates key achievements in 2024, when the airport surpassed pre-pandemic traffic levels for the first time, transported over 26 million passengers and recorded historic figures [...]

Source: Aruba Airport Aruba Airport Authority N.V.’s (AAA) proudly announces that Queen Beatrix International Airport (Aruba Airport) successfully achieved its 4th consecutive Green Globe Certification, reflecting its continued commitment and dedication to sustainability, occupational health and safety, efficiency and innovation. Aruba Airport became the 1st airport in the world to achieve this certification back in 2022, highlighting its aim and commitment to reducing its environmental impact. Green Globe is one of the leading certification programs for sustainable operations and management of travel and tourism worldwide. This year, high impact areas included continuous improvement and installation of high-efficiency chillers, introduction of waste separation bins, recycling of kitchen cooking oil, introduction of water management systems and processes for quality assurance, awareness sessions [...]

Source: Houston Airports Federal shutdown may reduce TSA staffing, causing longer security lines. The partial federal government shutdown currently underway, is affecting TSA officers who are working without pay, resulting in staffing shortages at airports across the country, including Houston. Please note that: The number of available TSA screening lanes can vary by airport and shift, depending on staffing levels. Longer-than-normal TSA wait times may continue until the federal government shutdown ends. Houston Airports recommends passengers arrive three hours early for domestic flights and four hours early for international flights. Thank you for your patience as federal officers work to maintain the safety of all travelers during this difficult situation. George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) TSA checkpoints in Terminals A, [...]