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Qantas relinquishes Etihad to Virgin Blue

Wednesday, 8 September 2010

On the same day that Virgin Blue revealed an alliance with Etihad Airways, Qantas announced it would cancel its codeshare with the Abu-Dhabi-based airline.

Copenhagen Airport names new low-cost pier

Wednesday, 8 September 2010

Copenhagen Airport's new low-cost pier, scheduled to open on 31 October this year, has officially been named CPH Go

International passenger volumes soar at world's airports in July

Wednesday, 8 September 2010

Passenger traffic at the world's airports continued to rebound in July, according to the latest figures from Airports Council International (ACI).

Sliding into Changi Airport has never been more high

Tuesday, 7 September 2010

Travellers visiting Singapore's Changi Airport may think they've stepped into an amusement park after the airport added a large, twisty and slippery slide.

Increased size, cost, delay for KLIA II

Friday, 3 September 2010

Malaysia's airport operator has announced that its new low-cost terminal will be delayed until mid-2012 and cost at least US$150 million more than originally planned.

Queenstown Airport blushes with new baggage make up area

Friday, 3 September 2010

Queenstown Airport, New Zealand, is set to meet a 60 percent increase in passenger growth with a new NZ$4 million upgrade and expansion.

Los Angeles Airport plans to deliver world-class airside retail experience amid development drive

Friday, 3 September 2010

USA. Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) is forging ahead with the second phase of its Tom Bradley International Terminal (TBIT) renovation, the Bradley West construction project that is scheduled for opening in December 2012. And LAWA pledges to deliver a world-class airside retail concourse as part of the project.

Suvarnabhumi Airport: overcrowding solution will be "better late than never"

Friday, 27 August 2010

After just four years of operations, Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi Airport will undergo a 62 million baht expansion in an effort to avoid overcrowding.

Crime lacks at LAX

Wednesday, 25 August 2010

Major crime continues to be almost non-existent at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), according to a statistical report.

TSA Announces $19.5 Million For New Checked Baggage Screening System at Dallas Love Field Airport

Wednesday, 25 August 2010

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) announced an award of approximately $19.5 million to Dallas Love Field Airport for construction related to the installation of a new in-line baggage handling system.

Governor Rendell Announces $1.9 Million Investment in 15 Airports

Tuesday, 24 August 2010

The investment of $1.9 million in federal and state funds will help 15 Pennsylvania airports upgrade equipment and facilities and enhance safety, Governor Edward G. Rendell announced.

UK airports dodge strikes

Wednesday, 18 August 2010

Strike action which would have thrown six British airports, including Heathrow Airport, into chaos on a key holiday weekend was shelved after airport operator BAA Limited offered a new deal to workers.

Impending opening of the new Airport to City rail link (Thailand)

Tuesday, 17 August 2010

Please kindly note that "The Airport Rail Link" will be operated on August 23, 2010 from now aboard.

World's First Hooters Restaurant at an Airport Opens at Frankfurt Airport

Tuesday, 17 August 2010

Hooters American Restaurant and Sportsbar opened its first airport location at Frankfurt Airport.

LAX observation deck successful viewing

Monday, 16 August 2010

Los Angeles International Airport's (LAX) Theme Building Observation Deck has received up to 1,485 visitors since reopening last month on weekends only.