All articles tagged with #airport operations
Originally Published 16 days ago — by CBS News
American Airlines is implementing major changes at DFW Airport, including expanding flight groups from 9 to 13, adjusting schedules for better connection reliability, and improving early-morning departure options to enhance passenger experience and on-time arrivals, while also working on security improvements like facial recognition technology.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by TechCrunch
American Airlines is implementing a new system that uses loud beeps to deter passengers from boarding before their designated group is called. This technology, now in over 100 U.S. airports, aims to improve the boarding process by reducing gate crowding. Other airlines, like United, have adopted quieter methods such as app notifications and digital signage to manage boarding order.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Yahoo Finance
American Airlines has implemented new boarding technology at over 100 U.S. airports to prevent passengers from boarding out of turn. The system alerts gate agents if a passenger tries to scan their ticket before their assigned group is called, requiring them to wait. This move aims to reduce line-cutting frustrations and improve the boarding process, especially ahead of busy travel periods like Thanksgiving. While the technology has been well-received, some concerns remain about its impact on families traveling in different groups.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NPR
A Southwest Airlines plane was hit by a bullet at Dallas Love Field Airport while preparing for takeoff to Indianapolis. The aircraft returned safely to the terminal with no injuries reported. The incident is under investigation by law enforcement, and the affected plane was taken out of service. The airport briefly closed a runway but operations were minimally impacted.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by BBC.com
Indian airlines, including Air India, Vistara, and IndiGo, have been ordered by the civil aviation ministry to ensure passengers' bags are delivered within 10 to 30 minutes after landing, with the first bag arriving within 10 minutes of the plane's engine shutting down. This directive follows persistent issues with late baggage delivery at Indian airports, and airlines have until 26 February to comply with the order. The ministry's review found that while airlines' baggage delivery performance had improved, it still did not meet the mandated guidelines, prompting the directive to implement necessary measures for timely baggage delivery.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Points Guy
Winter weather, including snow, ice, and bitter cold, has led to over 2,000 flight cancellations across the country, with Southwest Airlines being the most affected. Major airports like Denver International and Chicago Midway have seen high cancellation rates. The disruptions have also been compounded by the ongoing grounding of the Boeing 737 MAX 9. Travelers are advised to stay updated on their flight status and check for airline travel alerts as wintry conditions continue to impact air travel.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by One Mile at a Time
A parked Aerolineas Argentinas Boeing 737 was battered by strong winds during a storm at Buenos Aires' Jorge Newbery Airport. Video footage shows the aircraft being blown around, turning sharply to the right and hitting ground equipment. The extent of the damage to the plane is unclear, and it is unknown if the aircraft was properly secured. The storm caused significant disruptions to airport operations in Buenos Aires.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KXAN.com
An employee at Austin Bergstrom International Airport died after being hit by a fuel truck near the tarmac. The incident occurred between gates 33 and 34, and CPR was performed on the employee but they were pronounced dead at the scene. The airport operations are not affected, and flights are operating normally. The Austin Police Department is conducting an investigation into the incident.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CBS News
A dog named Maia, who escaped at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport weeks ago, was found hiding near the airport's North Cargo facilities and has been taken to a veterinarian for treatment. Maia's owner had been on a Delta flight when the dog vanished during a layover. After weeks of searching, an animal welfare volunteer found Maia hiding under a rack used to move cargo containers. The volunteer managed to retrieve the dog and confirmed she was in good shape. The specifics of how and why the dog went missing are still being investigated by Delta.