The US authorities have issued a "blue" winter storm warning on the East Coast, which is expected to bring snow and sub-zero temperatures just before Christmas. Airports are warning of delays during the busiest days of the year
Biometric tourism is expanding: Dubai's Department of Economy and Tourism has developed hotel check-in technology that allows guests to bypass the front desk and unlock their rooms with a smartphone. Are digital car rentals coming next?
Edinburgh Airport has been completely closed to takeoffs and landings due to an "IT issue with the air traffic control provider." According to a statement from the airport, crews are working to resolve the issue
The US Transportation Security Administration wrapped up one of the busiest holidays in its history with approximately 18 million passengers passing through airports in 6 days; one day broke the all-time record
Starting Feb 2026, passengers without REAL ID can pay $45 to verify their identity at security checkpoints using TSA Confirm.ID; the fee will cover a 10-day travel period and will be available at select airports
The Global Airports Forum returns in 2025 with over 300 exhibitors, 10,000 attendees, and 600 global delegates exploring airport expansion, innovation, and collaboration; ACI World has confirmed its presence at the event today
Greece's island airports are undergoing significant renovations and upgrades, and will remain closed for extended periods during the off-peak season. Athens Airport is also undergoing renovations
An unauthorized person entered the active runway at the Guadalajara airport, Mexico, causing an emergency procedure to be activated, and flights to be delayed; in Vilnius, a plane skidded off the runway while heading for the parking stand
It starts today: for a week, from November 25 to December 2, millions of passengers are expected to pass through US airports. On peak day, the Sunday after Thanksgiving, 3 million passengers will fly in one day
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol has presented a bold €10 billion plan by 2035, including a new terminal, shaft upgrades, a new metro line, advanced working conditions, and a 90% cut of ground activity emissions
The Miami International Airport has been named the most-improved mega airport in North America in a new ratings-based J.D. Power North America Airport Satisfaction Study
Airport upgrades in Larnaca and Paphos aim to boost the island's regional status and enhance the flying experience for millions, including hundreds of thousands of Israelis. Cypriot President: "We are not just improving infrastructure – we are opening Cyprus to the world"
The definition of "liquids, gels, and aerosols" is filtered and separate, not exceeding 100 milliliters, includes a wide variety of items, from drinks and sauces to all cosmetics, skincare products, and various sprays
The Greek General Workers Union threatens a strike on April 9. The union claims air traffic controllers will join the strike. Airports have not officially announced flight cancellations that could affect thousands of Israelis
The number is higher than that of the same month in 2024, but still slightly lower than the number of passengers before the COVID-19 pandemic. Which airports stood out more than others?
The ver.di union has called on workers at the Düsseldorf and Cologne/Bonn Airports to hold a one-day warning strike. A 24-hour strike is planned at Düsseldorf Airport on Monday, February 24, and at Cologne/Bonn Airport on Sunday, February 23. All the details
Schiphol Airport was the busiest in Europe last year according to the number of flights, reaching almost half a million. Which other airports made it to the top ten?
All flight operations at Houston airports will be suspended starting at midnight due to an extreme cold storm sweeping through the region. Passengers are urged to avoid traveling to the airports and to stay informed through their respective airlines. Full details inside
Bulgaria's developing airports introduce green terraces, merging sustainability with innovation, opening summer 2025
Just before the end of 2024, the aviation research company OAG publishes the standout figures of the year: how much we flew, where we flew, and what were the fastest-growing airports in the world? Plus: the airline whose activity soared by about 50% and the forecast for the number of passengers in 2025. All the data
