When most people think of Beijing and airports, their first thought is Beijing Capital International (PEK). Much less well known is Beijing Nanyuan Airport (NAY), a domestic airport serving only China United Airlines. According to this article, the Chinese capital will be adding a third airport. Set to begin operations in 2018, planners are including…
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Gotta Love the Love at Love (Field, That Is)
It seemed to take forever but the arcane federal law known as the Wright Amendment finally arrived at death’s door last year. As predicted, this has proved to be a windfall for Dallas Love Field (DAL). How much of a windfall? The numbers are impressive. Air traffic at DAL is exploding and it is not…
TSA’s Newest Record: Firearms Seizures
As I mentioned early last month, TSA was well on their way to set a record year for seizing carry-on guns from passengers. Well, they did it in style. The final number for 2014 was 2,212 guns, an increase of more than 20% from the previous year and almost three times the number from only
Is LAX the Best Airport in the U.S., Much Less North America?
I like Business Traveler magazine. Their articles are good and so are their reviews, though they are wary of writing anything negative about their subjects. And I like their annual awards because I am curious what other business travelers believe are the best in various travel categories. While our opinions may differ, I was really…
Airlines Lining Up for Flights to Cuba
As I wrote last week, the government issued new regulations for travel to Cuba. Not surprising, the airlines want in on this action. American Airlines currently has charter flights out of Miami so they may consider additional flights out of Dallas-Ft Worth (DFW). United Airlines has already said they are interested in flights originating in…
Orlando International Airport Offering Valet Curb Service
Effective immediately, Orlando International Airport will have valet parking service for automobiles arriving at the airport. For those who have spent time parking in the garage and then hiking to the airport with bags in tow, this may be a nice benefit. Working with the airport-attached Hyatt hotel and Bags Inc, travelers will simply
Orlando International Airport is Growing – Again!
This is wonderful news for travelers as we begin 2015. Well, at least for those whose path includes Orlando International Airport (MCO). This month begins the kickoff of $600 million in airport improvements, the lion’s share of the $1.1 billion they intend to spend to expand the airport. Eventually there will be a new terminal and…
Healthiest Airports in America
The Physician’s Committee for Responsible Medicine released their 14th annual report on America’s healthiest airports. They surveyed 23 of the 30 largest airports in the country, noting that making healthy food choices is easier now with 75% of the restaurants offering at least one healthy food option. There were many changes to their list this…
Would You Walk Underwater to Get to the Airport?
Today, the only way to travel between Toronto’s Billy Bishop Airport (YTZ) and the mainland is to use the ferry. Of course, peak times means there may be waits for the next ferry. Sometimes traffic planners have to come up with creative solutions. That’s why
Offsite Airport Parking – Want to See Your Car Again?
Wow, 450 people are receiving a very nasty surprise when arriving back home to Orlando International Airport this holiday season They parked their cars at an offsite parking lot, Airport Quick Parking on Jetport Drive. While they were away, Airport Quick Parking closed their doors according to the Orlando Sentinel. Here is the parking lot…
