Airports

Cork Airport welcomed 3.1 million passengers in 2024 RTE05:05
‘Need more space’: Melbourne Airport flags $4.5b expansion plans WA Today02:47
Why doesn't Delta Air Lines have a hub in Chicago? Simple Flying00:34
6 Airports undergoing major improvement projects Simple Flying20:00
Baykar to become new owner of Piaggio Aerospace Business Airport International16:02
King Power brings Kylie Cosmetics to Don Mueang International Airport The Moodie Report15:03
Sharjah Airport passenger traffic up 11.4% to 17.1m Gulf News14:10

Latest News

In the last 15 minutes

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Remains World’s Busiest Airport for 2024, OAG’s Data Confirms GlobeNewswire (Press Release)10:04

Passenger turnover at Georgian airports increases by 24% Georgia Today10:03

In the last 2 hours

TSA publishes final rule on REAL ID enforcement Airports International09:16

IndiGo's Goa-Mumbai flight gets hoax bomb threat The Economic Times08:33

In the last 4 hours

Tokyo Haneda Remains 3rd Busiest Airport in the World for 2024 OAG latest Rankings Confirm GlobeNewswire (Press Release)08:04

WeRide launches pilot Robobus operations at Zurich Airport Gasgoo07:54

PEOPLE matters Airport World07:07

In the last 6 hours

Volumes spurt at GMR Airports Ltd counter The Business Standard06:11

Cork Airport welcomed 3.1 million passengers in 2024 RTE05:05

In the last 8 hours

The Easiest London Airport To Get To By Public Transportation Simple Flying04:08

Images of the Day: ‘Whisky Meets Wow’ as Johnnie Walker tells a tall story at Incheon Airport The Moodie Report03:35

‘Need more space’: Melbourne Airport flags $4.5b expansion plans WA Today02:47

DB Schenker launches Ezhou-Frankfurt Air Cargo route boosting China-Europe network Asia Cargo News02:30

Earlier today

Sahco Sacks Staff For Extorting, Harassing Passengers Leadership, Nigeria01:44

Doubts grow over economic feasibility of 10 new regional airport projects The Korea Times01:43

Portugal: Airports handle 4.3% more passengers in first 11 months of 2024 Macau Business01:33

Long-term Investments Expected Following UAE Working Visit - PM Anwar Bernama01:20

Ryanair Calls for Alcohol Limits in Airports Travel Radar00:40

Why Doesn't Delta Air Lines Have A Hub In Chicago? Simple Flying00:34

Cork Airport passenger numbers passed key 3m mark last year Irish Examiner00:11

An excellent year for Liège airport ITJ Logistics00:09

Yesterday

The massive changes coming to Melbourne Airport Australian Business Traveller23:58 13-Jan-25

The Top 10 Asian Routes Out Of New York JFK Airport: Ranked Simple Flying23:34 13-Jan-25

Denmark eyes Greenland airport upgrades to support F-35 fighter deployment FlightGlobal23:22 13-Jan-25

Portland International Jetport's 10 Longest Routes Simple Flying22:33 13-Jan-25

The Top 10 Reasons For Flight Delays Simple Flying22:03 13-Jan-25

Automated valet parking service trialed at Shenzhen airport Xinhua Agency21:40 13-Jan-25

Congressman Who Wanted Airport Named After Trump Buys Bitcoin, Solana, XRP Token Ahead Of Inauguration Benzinga21:07 13-Jan-25

EU airport plans 'incompatible' with climate targets RTE20:57 13-Jan-25

Ryanair calls for alcoholic drink limit at EU airports amid legal action against unruly passenger Wings Magazine20:19 13-Jan-25

6 Airports Undergoing Major Improvement Projects Simple Flying20:00 13-Jan-25

Ryanair Demands 2-Drink Limit At Airports: Here's Why Simple Flying19:40 13-Jan-25

London Heathrow Airport achieves record-breaking year in 2024, busiest December ever Aviation2419:14 13-Jan-25

Katowice Airport handles over 37,000 tonnes of cargo in 2024, eyes E-commerce hub role Aviation2419:14 13-Jan-25

Infrastructure Market in Italy to Grow by USD 24 Billion from 2025-2029, Driven by Urbanization … PR Newswire (Press Release)19:01 13-Jan-25

Ryanair demands two drink limit for passengers at airports The Irish Times18:10 13-Jan-25

SAHCO sacks staff accused of extortion at Lagos airport The Sun News, Nigeria17:58 13-Jan-25

Hyatt House Dallas Addison Hotel in Addison, TX Listed for Sale Hotel News Resource17:41 13-Jan-25

Vilnius tests new departure terminal Passenger Terminal Today17:24 13-Jan-25

United flight from Allentown to Chicago diverts to Detroit after sudden cabin pressure loss Aviation2417:16 13-Jan-25

Finnair expands codeshare with American Airlines, adding 12 Mexican destinations Aviation2417:16 13-Jan-25

TUI fly Netherlands launches direct winter flights to Kuusamo, Finland Aviation2417:16 13-Jan-25

1/13/1974: First Commercial Flight at DFW Airport Airways News17:10 13-Jan-25

10 Sustainability Achievements Delta Air Lines Made In 2024 Simple Flying17:08 13-Jan-25

Moment two men wrestled on floor in 'road rage row' as cars queue at junction near Heathrow… MailOnline17:01 13-Jan-25

Major airline makes beverage choice some travelers won’t like The Fresno Bee17:01 13-Jan-25

Cluj Airport and SITA partner to streamline passenger processes Regional Gateway16:54 13-Jan-25

Beijing introduces dedicated mobile payments devices for foreign visitors Near Field Communications World16:51 13-Jan-25

Horizon Aircraft to lease Cavorite X7 eVTOLs to Discovery Air Chile Airport Technology16:32 13-Jan-25

Condor Airline Chooses JFK Terminal 6 for Future Operations Travel Industry Wire16:31 13-Jan-25

Birmingham Airport hails Trinity partnership as Peaky Blinders-inspired Shelby & Co bar & restaurant comes to life The Moodie Report16:14 13-Jan-25

Airports report record breaking year for passenger traffic Airport World16:10 13-Jan-25

Baykar to become new owner of Piaggio Aerospace Business Airport International16:02 13-Jan-25

Katowice Airport reports significant cargo growth in 2024 Aviation Business News15:51 13-Jan-25

HMPV virus: Passengers urged to wear masks at Dhaka airport The Daily Star, Bangladesh15:44 13-Jan-25

Jet Aviation launches SAF in Basel, Switzerland Business Airport International15:32 13-Jan-25

London Luton Airport unveils 2025 travel trend predictions Passenger Terminal Today15:22 13-Jan-25

King Power brings Kylie Cosmetics to Don Mueang International Airport The Moodie Report15:03 13-Jan-25

WeRide introduces Robobus shuttle service at Zurich Airport Passenger Terminal Today15:02 13-Jan-25

Turkish Airlines still saving Tel Aviv flight slots Globes15:01 13-Jan-25

Eastern Airways to fly from London Southend Aviation Business News15:00 13-Jan-25

Justices Won't Hear Farm's Bid To Retake Denver Airport Land Law36014:57 13-Jan-25

Ryanair calls for two-drink limit at airports as airline reveals diversion cost AeroTime14:54 13-Jan-25

Sofia and Grenoble Now Connected by Direct Flights for the First Time Novinite14:48 13-Jan-25

Volunteers test Vilnius Airport Airports International14:47 13-Jan-25

Brazil plans to attract investment of over US$800mn in regional airports Business News Americas14:43 13-Jan-25

Condor selects state-of-the-art JFK Terminal 6 for operations in 2026 PR Newswire (Press Release)14:16 13-Jan-25

Sharjah Airport passenger traffic up 11.4% to 17.1m Gulf News14:10 13-Jan-25

New Hotel Set To Open at Belfast International Airport Northern Ireland Travel News14:08 13-Jan-25

10 Of The World's Most Recently Abandoned Airports Simple Flying14:04 13-Jan-25

San Luis Obispo welcomes SAF supply via ACI Jet Regional Gateway13:31 13-Jan-25

Mass testing of Vilnius Airport’s new departures terminal completed with 1,000 volunteers DELFI13:30 13-Jan-25

Passenger traffic at Oman airports climbs 3.1 per cent Oman Observer13:23 13-Jan-25

ADIA To Play Crucial Role In MAHB Transformation - Tengku Zafrul Bernama13:16 13-Jan-25

Transreport launches EMA assistance tool Airports International13:15 13-Jan-25

Shimao Cuts Asking Price for Sheraton Hotel Complex Near Hong Kong Airport by 30% Mingtiandi13:12 13-Jan-25

Two passengers caught at the airport with 360 packets of cigarettes IPN Press Agency13:08 13-Jan-25

Mangaluru airport sets new record for passenger handling in a single day The Hindu Business Line13:02 13-Jan-25

Sahco Sacks Staff Accused Of Extortion At Lagos Airport, Frowns At Passenger Harassment Independent Nigeria12:54 13-Jan-25

Middle East airports to invest $151bn by 2040 Gulf News12:49 13-Jan-25

Ryanair calls for limit of two alcoholic drinks at airports in Europe Yahoo! UK & Ireland12:44 13-Jan-25

Nagoya, Sapporo & Kumamoto: Air Canada Reportedly Studying Additional Routes To Japan Simple Flying12:42 13-Jan-25

The Russian Airline That Lost 11 Of Its 13 Aircraft Due To Sanctions Simple Flying12:32 13-Jan-25

Ryanair renews call for two-drink airport limit Proactive Investors (UK)12:21 13-Jan-25

Report reveals UK’s best and worst airports for delays and cancellations The Business Travel Magazine12:21 13-Jan-25

SITA strengthens support for AMPAP to enhance airport leadership and training International Airport Review12:18 13-Jan-25

Stansted posts new passenger high with record-breaking 2024 Business Weekly12:14 13-Jan-25

Gulfstream opens $130m Mesa service centre in Arizona European Business Air News12:11 13-Jan-25

Sharjah airport continues to set new records in travel, aviation and cargo Gulf Today12:07 13-Jan-25

Nigeria: Lagos International Airport Customs Surpasses 2024 Target, Generates N71.6bn AllAfrica12:02 13-Jan-25

Another Major Private Airport In Florida? A Guide To Naples Airport Simple Flying12:02 13-Jan-25

Airport Show to highlight regional airport upgrades and expansions Times Aerospace12:01 13-Jan-25

IndiGo begins recruitment of airport managers for London, Paris, and Amsterdam AeroTime12:00 13-Jan-25

Celebrating champions – Travel Retail Superstars Award winners 2024 revealed The Moodie Report12:00 13-Jan-25

Airport Information System Market worth $5.36 billion by 2030 - Exclusive Report by… PR Newswire (Press Release)11:49 13-Jan-25

10 Foods The TSA Will Surprisingly Allow You To Bring Onboard Your Next Flight Simple Flying11:31 13-Jan-25

Frontier Airlines Adds Chicago-Atlanta Flights In Time For College Football Championship Simple Flying11:31 13-Jan-25

Ryanair details €15,000 claim against disruptive passenger after emergency diversion to Porto Aviation2411:16 13-Jan-25

Unexpected security staff shortage at Charleroi Airport causes major disruptions Aviation2411:16 13-Jan-25

Pakistan tightens travel rules for passengers from UAE Gulf News11:10 13-Jan-25

How Can You Find Out If Your Airline's Flight Operates On A Wet-Leased Plane? Simple Flying11:00 13-Jan-25

New year, new you? A dozen ideas for your next trip from Manchester Airport that will help you keep this year’s… Manchester Airport11:00 13-Jan-25

Liberia and Brussels form ATC training partnership Airports International10:53 13-Jan-25

Jeju crash: Ministry’s safety initiatives include engine-shutdown and bird-strike training FlightGlobal10:37 13-Jan-25

UAE travel: Chennai flights delayed, cancelled Gulf News10:34 13-Jan-25

Ryanair wants a two-drink alcohol limit on all passengers at Scottish airports - here's why The Scotsman10:28 13-Jan-25

S. Korea to adapt airport concrete barriers after plane crash Macau Business10:27 13-Jan-25

Heathrow trounces pre-pandemic record in busiest ever year Proactive Investors (UK)10:19 13-Jan-25

Ryanair double down on airport drinks cap calls in bid to improve passenger behaviour The Scottish Herald10:18 13-Jan-25

‘An exceptional year’ – Qatar Duty Free turnover leaps +18% year-on-year in 2024 The Moodie Report10:08 13-Jan-25

Alaska appoints airports director Airports International10:02 13-Jan-25

Heathrow Airport to make £86m in SAF funding available to airlines in 2025 BusinessGreen10:01 13-Jan-25

Qatar Duty Free delivers record-breaking +18% sales in 2024 Duty Free News International09:54 13-Jan-25

IndiGo seeks airport manager at London Heathrow, Paris and Amsterdam The Times of India09:47 13-Jan-25

Ryanair calls again for two drink limit at airport bars RTE09:46 13-Jan-25

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Latest news on airports: comprehensive coverage of aviation hubs, passenger travel, security measures, flight updates, and developments in air transport infrastructure worldwide.

Airports serve as critical gateways for global travel and commerce, handling billions of passengers and millions of tonnes of cargo annually. As of 2024, there are over 41,700 airports worldwide, with Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport remaining the busiest, serving more than 110 million passengers yearly.

Recent developments in airport technology focus on enhancing passenger experience and operational efficiency. Biometric systems for seamless check-in and boarding are becoming increasingly common, with London Heathrow's facial recognition system processing over 50 million passengers since its introduction. Environmental concerns continue to shape airport policies, with many major hubs committing to net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.

Beyond their functional role, airports often reflect local culture and serve as architectural landmarks. Singapore's Changi Airport, consistently voted the world's best, features a stunning indoor waterfall and lush gardens, attracting visitors beyond travellers. Community engagement programmes at airports like Amsterdam's Schiphol offer behind-the-scenes tours and educational initiatives, fostering public understanding of aviation operations.

The history of airports traces back to the early 20th century, evolving from simple airfields to complex, multi-terminal facilities. The Wright brothers' first controlled, sustained flight in 1903 paved the way for aviation's rapid development. Today's airports face challenges that their predecessors could scarcely imagine, from cybersecurity threats to adapting to climate change impacts.

Staying informed about airport news is crucial for travellers, aviation enthusiasts, and industry professionals alike. Our NewsNow feed provides real-time updates on airport operations, travel advisories, and industry trends from reliable sources worldwide, ensuring you're always up-to-date with the latest developments in this vital sector of global infrastructure.

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