It was a scorching 95 degrees on the tarmac at LaGuardia Airport on July 8, 2024, making it a challenging day for Garvey Barrett, a 68-year-old baggage handler for Alliance Ground International (AGI). The dark pavement of the tarmac absorbs and radiates heat, causing the surface temperature to be 20 degrees hotter than the air […]

Federal Officials Investigate Close Call at LaGuardia Airport Federal aviation officials are currently investigating a recent incident at New York’s LaGuardia Airport where two planes came dangerously close on the runway. The incident occurred earlier this month, despite the airport being equipped with advanced surface radar technology designed to prevent such close calls. The Incident […]

Aruba Airport has released its flight schedule for the Summer 2025 season, featuring over 30 destinations in North America, Latin America, Europe, and the Caribbean. This schedule marks an increase in seat capacity and weekly departures compared to the previous year, with multiple airline partners offering enhanced schedules. Despite some seasonal adjustments, the overall network […]

Newark Airport Controllers Experience Radar Outage On Monday morning, Newark Liberty International Airport experienced a brief radio system outage at the Philadelphia air traffic control center. This is the fourth incident to occur at Newark Airport since April 28, raising concerns about equipment and staffing issues. FAA Investigation The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is investigating […]

The advancement of technology in the aerospace industry has opened up new possibilities for airlines to expand their route networks. With improved engines and airframes, carriers can now fly routes that were previously deemed unprofitable for widebody aircraft. This includes transatlantic flights, with long-range narrowbodies now able to traverse the Atlantic Ocean. In June, 16 […]

Congressional Representatives Push for Negotiations in SkyHop Strike at NYC Airports U. S. Representative Nydia Velázquez is leading a congressional effort to urge SkyHop Global, a national airline crew transportation company, to resume negotiations with striking shuttle drivers at New York City’s major airports. In a letter sent this week, Velázquez and 14 members of […]

Federal authorities are currently looking into a recent incident at New York’s LaGuardia Airport where two planes came dangerously close to each other on a runway. The incident occurred earlier this month, despite the airport having an advanced surface radar system in place to prevent such occurrences. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the National […]

Shannon Airport Welcomes Increased Direct Flights to New York and Chicago Shannon Airport has received a boost this week with the return of Delta’s increased direct flights to New York-JFK and United Airlines’ non-stop services to Chicago. These additional flights will offer passengers more options and convenience when travelling to the United States. More Seats […]

Air Travel Etiquette: Dealing with Seat Squatters Air travel can be a frustrating experience, especially when it comes to dealing with seat squatters. These are passengers who refuse to move from their assigned seats, causing a debate among fellow travelers on when it’s appropriate to give up your seat. Recently, stories of seat squatters have […]

UK travelers are shifting their holiday preferences from traditional destinations to more trendy ones, with Albania and Morocco experiencing a surge in popularity, thanks in part to the influence of social media platform, TikTok. According to Manchester Airports Group (MAG)’s Travel Trends Unpacked report, travelers are opting for “dupe destinations” and retro routes, as analyzed […]