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business5 months ago•5 min saved

Richmond Airport Explores Direct Flights to Europe and International Expansion

Richmond International Airport is exploring a direct European route, potentially with government subsidies to offset airline risks, while also planning new facilities like a lounge and duty-free shop, and considering building new structures to attract aviation businesses. The airport has begun discussions with airlines and government officials to support these initiatives, including new routes with Frontier Airlines and infrastructure improvements.

via Richmond BizSense|

#airline-subsidies #airport-expansion #business

transportation2 years ago•1 min saved

FAA Outage and Equipment Issues Cause Flight Delays and Groundings at East Coast Airports.

Dozens of flights were delayed or grounded at Richmond International Airport due to equipment problems at an air traffic control facility in Potomac, causing cancellations and delays. All airlines are required to update their equipment before July 1st to avoid potential interference from 5-G wireless signals, and Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg warned of possible disruptions ahead of the deadline.

via WWBT|

#air-traffic-control #equipment-updates #faa

travel2 years ago•1 min saved

Breeze Airways Expands Nonstop Routes to Multiple US Cities.

Breeze Airways is adding five new non-stop flight destinations from Richmond International Airport, including Los Angeles, Cincinnati, and Long Island-Islip. The airline is also bringing back “summer seasonal” flights to Jacksonville and Providence. Introductory rates start at $49 from Richmond to Cincinnati and must be purchased by May 26 for travel from May 31 to Nov. 14. Breeze Airways currently offers flights from Richmond to 13 total destinations.

via WWBT|

#breeze-airways #new-destinations #non-stop-flights