All articles tagged with #austin bergstrom international airport
Originally Published 1 year ago — by KXAN.com
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is expecting over 35,000 passengers to fly out on Monday, advising travelers to arrive at least 2.5 hours early for domestic flights and three hours early for international flights. They also recommend using the lower roadway level for drop-off services if the upper level is busy.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by KXAN.com
The Austin-Bergstrom International Airport broke two of its busiest day records following the total solar eclipse, with 37,147 travelers on Tuesday and 39,967 travelers on Thursday, surpassing its previous projections and leading to an increase in checked bags as eclipse tourists continued to use the airport. The airport had initially expected to break the record for only one of its busiest days, but the influx of travelers before, during, and after the eclipse resulted in record-breaking numbers.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by KXAN.com
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport experienced long lines and high post-eclipse traffic, prompting frustrations among passengers. The airport advised travelers to arrive at least 2.5 hours prior to domestic flights and 3 hours prior to international flights. It was expecting to break the record for one of its top busiest days, projecting over 38,000 departing passengers and an increase in checked bags as eclipse tourists continue to travel home.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KXAN.com
Nearly 100 flights were canceled at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport due to winter weather affecting airports across the United States, with 54 departing flights and 40 arriving flights affected. Passengers were advised to check with their airlines for flight statuses and to monitor the airport's arrivals and departure information online. The decision to cancel flights is up to the airlines, and the airport reported no ice on the runway early Monday morning.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CNBC
Delta Air Lines is increasing its flight offerings at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, aiming to capture a larger market share in one of the fastest-growing airports in the US. The airline plans to add 11 nonstop flights from Austin in April, including destinations such as Midland-Odessa, McAllen, Raleigh-Durham, Nashville, and Cincinnati. This expansion marks the first time Delta will use Austin as a connecting point for its network. The decision to expand in Austin was driven by the city's rapid population growth and the presence of major companies like Apple, Tesla, and IBM. Delta currently holds a market share of nearly 14% in Austin, trailing behind Southwest Airlines and American Airlines.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KEYE TV CBS Austin
An on-duty employee at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport was fatally struck by a vehicle on the secure side of the airport where aircraft park for passenger boarding. This is the second deadly incident involving airport or airline personnel at ABIA this year. The airport operations and flights were unaffected, and an investigation is ongoing.
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 KXAN.com
The Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is preparing for a potential record-breaking day on Monday, with over 35,000 people expected to depart following the Austin City Limits Music Festival. Travelers are advised to allow extra time due to possible highway congestion and can drop off guests at the lower-level curbside arrivals area if the upper-level departures curb is busy. Those not checking bags or flying internationally can use mobile boarding passes or kiosks instead of going to the airline ticket counters. New screening equipment eliminates the need to remove laptops, electronics, or liquids from carry-ons. Passengers traveling with Allegiant or Frontier should head to the South Terminal via U.S. Hwy. 183 to Burleson Road.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KXAN.com
A person has died in a single-vehicle rollover crash on State Highway 71 near Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. The westbound lanes of the highway are closed, causing traffic delays. The driver of the vehicle was the person who died.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KXAN.com
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) reported that operations at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport are back to normal after a temporary ground stop was issued due to a telecommunications issue. Flights were rerouted to other airports, such as Houston and Dallas, and passengers were advised to check with their airlines for flight information. The exact number of affected flights was not disclosed.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KXAN.com
Thursday marked the third-hottest day ever recorded in Austin, with a high temperature of 110° at Camp Mabry. This ties as the third-hottest temperature in the city's history and is the second-hottest day observed in August. Only two other days, in 2000 and 2011, were hotter. Additionally, Austin-Bergstrom International Airport experienced its fourth-hottest day with a high temperature of 109°. Camp Mabry has now seen 41 consecutive days of temperatures at or above 100°, breaking the previous record set in 2011.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KEYE TV CBS Austin
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is conducting an investigation into a close call flight incident involving Allegiant Airlines near Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. The incident prompted concerns about safety and has raised questions about the airline's operations.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Austin American-Statesman
Ticketing issues at Southwest Airlines' counter in Austin-Bergstrom International Airport caused major delays at security checkpoints and congested traffic near the airport, leading to missed flights for some travelers. The airport advised travelers to arrive 2½ hours early for domestic flights and 3 hours early for international flights.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KUT
The City of Austin will pay $88 million to Lonestar Airport Holdings to settle a legal dispute over the demolition of the South Terminal at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. The move will pave the way for the construction of a new concourse capable of accommodating 10 to 40 gates. The South Terminal is a stand-alone facility with its own entrance and parking lot, separate from the main Barbara Jordan Terminal, and is used by discount airlines Allegiant and Frontier. As part of the deal, Austin will take over operation and management of the South Terminal this fall.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Chron
An American Airlines worker died after being injured at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport in Texas. The worker was driving a service vehicle that struck a jet bridge, and police are investigating the incident as an accident. This is not the first fatal injury to occur at an airport, with similar incidents happening in recent years involving commercial airplanes and airport workers. American Airlines expressed condolences to the worker's family and declined to comment further.