Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 3 to start limited international operations next month

Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 3 will start servicing international flights next month on a limited basis to pave the way for the facility's full operations next year, officials said yest

Sofitel London Heathrow set to delight travelers at terminal 5

LONDON - One of the largest, luxury airport hotels, meetings and events venues opened today at Terminal 5 (T5), the UK's most central transport hub.

Star Alliance member carriers move together in Seoul

SEOUL, Korea (July 31, 2008) – Star Alliance member carriers today celebrated their move to the western part of the main terminal at Seoul’s Incheon International Airport.

Dwarf checked in as luggage at Stockholm airport

A person tried to check in a dwarf in a suitcase at Bromma airport in Stockholm on Wednesday.

Airport staff did not appreciate the practical joke and called the police.

Iraq opens airport aimed at tourism

A new airport has been opened in Najaf, Iraq's Shiite holy city, with Nuri al-Maliki, the prime minister, making the inaugural flight.

Munich takes best airport in Europe award for fourth straight year

For the fourth year in a row, Munich Airport has been named the winner of the

Second near collision at JFK prompts changes

WASHINGTON - Two airborne planes — one landing and the other taking off — came within a half-mile of colliding at John F.

American Eagle announces Ed Criner to oversee O'Hare operations

FORT WORTH, Texas - American Eagle today announced changes in leadership at its San Juan-based Executive Airlines operation in which Ed Criner, Executive's current president, will return mainland to o

Star Alliance lounge opens in London Heathrow Terminal 1

FRANKFURT, Germany – Star Alliance customers flying from London Heathrow Terminal 1 can now make use of the alliance’s largest lounge.

Embry-Riddle leads FAA group developing new lighting system for remote airports

DAYTONA BEACH, Florida - One of the leading causes of general-aviation fatal accidents is incorrect aircraft maneuvering and landing, especially during evening and night-time hours, according to resea

Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal-3 opens to domestic flights next month

The Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal-3, idle for more than five years, begins servicing domestic flights next month, officials at its trial run said yesterday.

Manchester Airport strike ballot over pay

MANCHESTER, England - Unite, the union members working at Manchester Airport, are to be balloted for industrial action as pay talks break down.

Dollar Rent A Car and Thrifty Car Rental expand in South Africa

Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc.

Ottawa airport cuts airline fees to aid sector in 'crisis'

OTTAWA - Terminal fees at Ottawa airport will be cut five per cent on July 1, saving airlines around $600,000, the Ottawa International Airport Authority's chief executive said Monday.

UK transport secretary calls for evidence for economic regulation of airports review

London, England - Transport Secretary Ruth Kelly today invited passengers, businesses and environmental groups to provide evidence to the Department for Transport to consider as part of its review into the economic regulation of airports.

AVIAREPS represents Munich Airport in Korea

The AVIAREPS Group, which specializes in aviation and tourism marketing, is now representing Munich Airport in Korea with immediate effect. Professional representation will be provided by subsidiary agency AVIAREPS Marketing Garden in Seoul.

Strike back on at Highlands and Islands airports

LONDON - Strike action by fire fighters at Highlands and Islands Airports is back on following a breakdown in pay talks.

Unite the Union had called off industrial action planned for June 9 and joined meetings with the employers and ACAS to try and resolve the issue. However, employers' hands are tied by the Scottish government and an ... read more

Tourist 'unaware' of porn on hard drive

A German tourist who was caught with more than 1000 images of child pornography at Melbourne Airport was unaware the files were on his portable hard drive, a court has heard.

Newcastle major international airport to revive tourism

An extra $40 million in tourism funding for NSW could turn Newcastle into a major international airport if advice from events guru John O'Neill is heeded.

Tourism Minister Matt Brown yesterday announced the financial boost in response to the Events NSW chairman's long-awaited report into the struggling sector.

Tourists throw money away if they buy currency at the airport

Thousands of British holidaymakers will soon be jetting off for some summer sun, but they will be leaving with a big dent in their wallets.

One in five adults will wait until they are at the airport or at their destination before buying foreign currency, research by Sainsbury's Finance shows. As a result, they will miss out on the best ... read more