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MIA celebrates America’s 250th with Jazz Music in Action

Source: MIA In celebration of America’s 250th anniversary this year, Miami International Airport continued its MIA LIVE ARTS performance series – which honors the rich tapestry of American music and culture – by entertaining passengers with two performances by a quartet from Jazz Music in Action (JAZZMIA). JAZZMIA is dedicated to presenting world-class jazz – “America’s original art form” - throughout Miami-Dade County. JAZZMIA’s weekly series and other events are places for Miami’s jazz community, fans, and musicians to come together and enjoy live jazz in exceptional settings, with a strong sense of camaraderie and fun. For America250, the MIA LIVE ARTS series hosts performances at MIA in a variety of musical styles, including country, jazz, disco, and rock. Each [...]

2026-04-11T08:20:31+03:00April 13th, 2026|AIRPORTS, News|

Aruba strengthens its regional connectivity with new seasonal route from Barranquilla with Wingo

Source: Aruba Airport The new direct connection will allow Aruba residents and Colombian visitors to access more travel options, tourism experiences, and wellness opportunities. Aruba continues to strengthen its regional air connectivity network with the announcement of a new seasonal route operated by Wingo, which will directly connect the island with Barranquilla, Colombia, via Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport. The route will begin operating on July 9 and will be available seasonally during peak travel periods, with two weekly flights on Thursdays and Sundays. This new connection expands travel options for Aruba residents and facilitates the arrival of visitors from Colombia, offering both tourism and business opportunities. In addition to tourism exchange, the launch of this route represents a key opportunity [...]

2026-04-10T20:21:12+03:00April 10th, 2026|AIRLINES, AIRPORTS, News|

Port Authority of New York & New Jersey and JFKIAT, operator of JFK International Airport’s Terminal 4, select Retail Partners LLC to redesign and operate duty free shops

Source: Port Authority of New York & New Jersey New Partnership will Reimagine the Terminal’s Duty Free and Specialty Retail Concessions to Reflect a New York Sense of Place Five New York City Small Businesses Chosen as Joint Venture Partners to Enhance the Locally Inspired Retail Experience JFKIAT’s Latest Move to Elevate the Passenger Experience Follows the Terminal’s $1.5 Billion Expansion and Modernisation The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey and JFKIAT – the operator of Terminal 4 at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) – have announced that JFK T4 Retail Partners LLC has been selected to reimagine the duty free and specialty retail concessions for passengers at T4. The partnership brings together ARI, one of the [...]

2026-04-06T14:24:50+03:00April 6th, 2026|AIRPORTS, News|

Nearly 300,000 passengers traveled through Lima’s new Jorge Chávez International Airport during Holy Week

Source: LAP The movement of 297,000 passengers places this long holiday weekend among the periods of highest demand of the year at the Peruvian capital's new air terminal. Coinciding with the long Holy Week holiday—which this year ran from Thursday, April 2, through Sunday, April 5—Jorge Chávez International Airport, operated by Lima Airport Partners (LAP), recorded a significant increase in passenger flow, solidifying its status as one of the busiest periods of the year. For this season, the movement of approximately 297,000 passengers represents a 7% increase compared to 2025. This growth is driven by a rise in domestic tourism travel and international departures. During this period, increased demand was observed for domestic destinations such as Cusco, Arequipa, and Piura. [...]

2026-04-06T14:55:46+03:00April 6th, 2026|AIRPORTS, News|

IAH runway improvement project to strengthen safety, extend lifespan

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 [...]

2026-03-31T22:34:40+03:00April 2nd, 2026|AIRPORTS, News|

Aruba Airport Authority Announced Improvements in Passenger Screening

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 [...]

2026-03-31T22:44:04+03:00April 2nd, 2026|AIRPORTS, News|

Aena has been awarded the concession for Galeão International Airport, Rio de Janeiro’s main airport

Source: Aena The winning bid, determined by public tender, was BRL 2.900 million, equivalent to approximately EUR 483 million Rio de Janeiro-Galeão International Airport, with 17.8 million passengers in 2025, is the main airport of the city of Rio de Janeiro The transaction is expected to be completed in the second half of 2026 With its arrival in Rio de Janeiro, Aena Brasil has taken a significant step towards establishing itself as the country’s largest network of concessioned airports, comprising 18 facilities  The Spanish airport operator consolidates its global leadership in terms of passenger numbers Aena, through its subsidiary Aena Desarrollo Internacional, has been awarded the contract following a public auction held on the B3 – São Paulo Stock Exchange [...]

2026-03-31T20:16:18+03:00April 1st, 2026|AIRPORTS, News|

Santiago de Chile International Airport receives prestigious Cirium award as the world’s most punctual

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, [...]

2026-03-31T20:24:40+03:00April 1st, 2026|AIRPORTS, News|

Star Alliance opens Star Connection Centre at Los Angeles International Airport

Source: Star Alliance Strengthening seamless multi-airline connections at one of Star Alliance’s busiest transfer hubs in North America To reinforce its commitment to delivering effortlessly connected multi-airline journeys across its global network, Star Alliance has opened a new Star Connection Centre (SCC) at LAX — its ninth centre worldwide. With more than 350,000 passengers connecting between Star Alliance member airlines at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) each year, it is one of the Alliance’s most critical global transfer hubs. Designed to support passengers with tight connections between two Star Alliance member airline flights, SCC proactively identifies customers at risk of missing their onward journey due to their delayed incoming flight and expedites them to their next flight. “Every moment matters [...]

2026-03-30T18:09:34+03:00March 31st, 2026|AIRLINES, AIRPORTS, News|

New MIA exhibit celebrates aviation pioneer Glenn Curtiss

Source: MIA Historic artifacts and photos honor the founder of Hialeah, Miami Springs, and Opa-locka Miami International Airport is celebrating the centennial anniversaries of neighboring cities Hialeah, Miami Springs, and Opa-locka, and the legacy of their founder, aviation pioneer and land developer Glenn H. Curtiss (1878–1930), with its newest exhibition, Master of the Air, Builder of Dreams: Glenn Curtiss in South Florida. Now open through August in MIA’s Concourse J Mezzanine Gallery on the 4th floor, the exhibit highlights Curtiss' transformative role and impact on the region and the flourishing aviation industry that emerged during the cities’ land boom of the 1920s. Visitors can navigate through six thematic displays that weave together the narrative of Curtiss' innovative spirit and influence [...]

2026-03-26T13:11:48+02:00March 27th, 2026|AIRPORTS, News|