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Directors – May 26, 2010 Eurocontrol: Almost all Europe flights to run Today Reuters Share     Almost 100 percent of flights will operate in Europe Today after an easing of restrictions caused by the spread of volcanic ash from Iceland, European air traffic agency Eurocontrol said. Eurocontrol, in a statement, said it expected 22,500 flights, or 80 percent, to take place on Wednesday, compared with about 28,000 that would normally be scheduled. More Hawaiian rated best U.S. airline for service in 2009 The Associated Press via The Anchorage Daily News Share
Hawaiian Airlines did the best job for fliers last year, closely followed by low-cost carrier AirTran, according to an annual study released that rates the nation's 18 busiest airlines for the quality of their service. At the bottom were three regional carriers: American Eagle, Atlantic Southeast and Comair. Atlantic Southeast and Comair are owned by mainline carrier Delta, which was ranked fourth from last. More Are airports ready for the three-hour rule? USA Today Share
The Department of Transportation's much-talked about and, in many circles, highly-controversial new rule to upgrade protections for airline passengers will take hold at the end of April. The regulations cover everything from the number of days an airline may ignore a customer's complaint to how long a "chronically delayed" flight will be allowed to stay listed on an airline's regular schedule. But what most people are talking about is the part of the rule that says airlines will now face hefty fines if they keep travelers locked inside a delayed airplane for more than three hours. More Airport security constantly evolving, Ottawa told The Gazette Share
The head of the agency responsible for screening airline passengers said he might soon have to pour more money into new technology despite the recent investment in equipment - leading critics to predict consumers will be hit again with even higher security fees. The Conservative government hiked passenger security fees this month to help cover the cost of installing new full-body scanners at major airports and adding more screening staff at airports. More U.S. to buy more explosive detectors for airports Reuters Share
The Department of Homeland Security said it would buy more than 1,200 additional devices aimed at detecting traces of explosives to use at airports to help thwart terrorism plots. The devices will cost $35.5 million and come out of money from the economic stimulus law President Barack Obama signed last year, the DHS said. The Transportation Security Administration, which screens bags and passengers at U.S. airports, already uses more than 7,000 of the devices. More EgyptAir enjoys double celebration with FAA and JAA approvals Arabian Aerospace Online News Service Share
At a special event at the Ministry of Civil Aviation Club in Cairo, Egypt Air Maintenance and Engineering was given full FAA approval for its maintenance and repair activities. Meanwhile, the EgyptAir Training Academy became the first in Africa and the Middle East to receive full JAA approval as a Type Rating Trainig Organization. More FAA reauthorization update Helicopter Association International Share
As Congress returns from recess they must quickly draft another temporary extension of the Federal Aviation Administration because the current one is set to expire at the end of the month. They must then make a decision on how to best move forward with a conference for a multi-year FAA reauthorization bill. The goal is to have a conference completed on the bill (HR 1586) before the July Fourth recess. Republican senators have already shown that they are opposed to naming conferees. As reported previously, numerous provisions contained in both the House and Senate versions will complicate reaching an agreement on a final bill. More Green initiative underway at Nashville Airport WTVF-News Cannel 5 Share
A green initiative is taking off at Nashville's International Airport, and creating jobs at the same time. From runways to restrooms, airport officials are finding ways to reuse and recycle. The recycling bins all over the airport have earned BNA the title of one of Herbie's biggest customers. More Gulfstream Long Beach receives FAA honor for 10th consecutive year Aircraft Maintenance Technology Share
The Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. service center in Long Beach, Calif., has received the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration Aviation Maintenance Technician Employer Diamond Award of Excellence. It is the 10th straight year the facility has been honored with the achievement. More |
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