Source: Orlando International Airport Orlando International Airport (MCO) is preparing now for the next evolution in flight – with plans to develop a vertiport for future Electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft. A procurement item on the agenda at the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority (GOAA) Board latest meeting, stated the intention to publish an Invitation to Negotiate (ITN), which will be used to identify potential partners capable of developing and operating a vertiport at MCO. GOAA has collaborated with local, state, and federal partners during the past several years on Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) to include integrating eVTOL aircraft into operations at MCO. A vertiport is essential to eVTOL operations, and MCO has several initiatives to support AAM concepts. [...]

Source: Aena Aena has a market capitalisation of 32,490 million euros on the Spanish stock market Its shares have appreciated by 273.4%, from 58 euros at the starting price on 11 February 2015 to 216.6 euros at the close on Friday, an all-time high Aena has paid its shareholders 4,857 million euros in dividends over nine years (2015-2023), in nominal terms. 51% of this amount (2,477.1 million euros) has been received by the State as the majority shareholder, which, moreover, does not make public contributions to the company, as Aena is self-financing "We are aware of Aena's dual commitment: to society and the territories that host the airports, and to public and private shareholders", Chairman and CEO, Maurici Lucena Aena [...]

Source: Aruba Airport Aruba Airport Authority N.V. (AAA) is proud to announce that it has been named the winner of the Routes Americas 2025 Award in the Under 4 million Passenger Category, reinforcing AAA’s commitment to air service development, airline partnerships, and connectivity expansion. Recognizing Excellence in Airline Marketing The Routes Americas 2025 Awards celebrate outstanding achievements in airport and destination marketing, honoring airports, destinations, and airlines that have demonstrated exceptional success in route development and network growth. This award is particularly significant as winners are chosen by the airlines themselves, making it one of the most prestigious accolades in the aviation industry. This year, 15 airports, five destinations, and five airlines were selected as finalists across various categories. A [...]

Source: Houston Airports From the Texas Hill Country to Louisiana’s bayous, these short-haul flights turn travel time into vacation time. For Houston travelers who are short on time but craving a change of scenery, a quick flight under 300 miles might be the perfect escape. Whether it’s a Texas weekend getaway or a last-minute Spring Break destination, flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) offer plenty of options that get you there in about an hour—or less. Under an Hour: The Quickest Flights from IAH The shortest commercial flight out of Bush Airport takes just 54 minutes and covers 123 miles to Victoria, Texas. The South Texas city may not be a household name [...]

Source: Aruba Airport Aruba Airport Authority N.V. (AAA) proudly reflects on a remarkable 2024, marked by significant growth across key performance metrics. Despite infrastructure challenges, AAA successfully balanced stability and sustainable growth, further solidifying Queen Beatrix International Airport's position as the premier aviation hub in the Caribbean. In 2024, Aruba Airport managed 30,604 flights, reflecting a 5.2% increase compared to 2023. The airport served over 1.5 million revenue-generating passengers (RGP), processing a total of 3.2 million passengers—a 14.1% year-over-year growth. Additionally, seat capacity expanded by 15.4%, surpassing 1.96 million seats and reinforcing the island’s growing connectivity. Aruba Airport remains a vital gateway, connecting the world with 26 airlines operating non-stop flights to over 45 destinations across 32 cities. In 2024, [...]