Audio: Authorities Investigating Near-Miss at JFK
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is investigating a close call at New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport after a near-miss between two aircraft Friday evening. A Near-Disastrous Incident At around 8:45 p.m., Delta Air Lines Flight 1943 was…
Lima Airport Signs Renewables Contract As It Begins Expansion Project
Lima Airport Partners (LAP) — the parent company managing Lima, Peru's Jorge Chávez International Airport — and Engie Energía Perú, signed this week a contract for the latter company to supply the airport's main terminal with renewable energy covering all…
U.K. and European Governments Defer ATC Charges for Airlines
The U.K. government has supported action by European authorities to allow airlines to defer the payment of charges for air navigation services. This will include charges for both the U.K. and European airspace being deferred for up to 14 months…
Taoyuan Airport Opens New Control Tower
Taiwan's Taoyuan Airport unveiled its new control tower earlier this week in time for the airport's 40th anniversary, representing an important milestone as the airport moves toward becoming a so-called "smart airport" of the future. According to Taiwan's transportation minister,…
A Visit to Heathrow Tower Ahead of National Aviation Day
It stands 87-metres (285 ft) above the ground and is easily one of the most recognizable air traffic control towers in the world. As far as aviation security goes, it is one of the most secure buildings in the United…