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OTG Expands F&B Options at MSP
OTG has opened four new concepts at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). Among the new offerings is Poppy's Bagels & Custom Burger in Terminal 1, Concourse G, which provides freshly baked New York-style bagels during breakfast hours and a selection of...
ABQ Releases RFP for Concessions Overhaul
The Albuquerque International Sunport has published a request for proposals (RFP) for its food and beverage concessions program as part of its “Dream of Flight” terminal renovation and concessions redevelopment initiative. ABQ said it plans to release the RFP for the...
TUL Join Blue Lightning Initiative
Tulsa International Airport has partnered with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) by joining the Blue Lightning Initiative (BLI) to combat human trafficking. The Blue Lightning Initiative provides awareness training, designed specifically for aviation...
PBI Begins Concourse B Expansion
Palm Beach International (PBI) announced the start of a multi-million-dollar expansion of Concourse B as a key part of an on-going phased modernization program for the airport. The overhaul of Concourse B will include new terrazzo flooring and carpeting; expanded...
Phoenix Sues Tempe Over Flight Path Issues
The Phoenix Aviation Department, operator of Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX),is suing the nearby city of Tempe over moves to enable residential development under flight paths for the airport. The formal complaint, filed Maricopa County Superior Court,...
CAC Encouraged by Funding in Federal Budget
The Canadian Airports Council (CAC) this week voiced support for the increased funding for Canadian airports in the 2023 Canadian federal budget. The federal government has earmarked an extra C$1.8 billion (US$1.3 billion) over the next five years for the Canadian Air...
MCI Director Klein Announces Retirement
Kansas City Aviation Director Patrick Klein has announced his retirement, coming on the heels of the completion of the new terminal at Kansas City International Airport (MCI) earlier this year. Klein has served as the city’s director of aviation since 2016, after...
PHL Names Workforce Development Director
The City of Philadelphia Department of Aviation, operator of Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) and Northeast Philadelphia Airport (PNE) has named Chevelle Harrison as its new director of workforce development. Harrison will be responsible for leading the...
Areas Appoints COO
Areas USA has appointed former Aramark executive Clint Westbrook as chief operating officer. In this role, Clint will be responsible for driving the efficiencies of Areas’ business operations, developing and executing revenue growth strategies, and elevating team...
PF Chang’s Added At DCA
Marketplace Development and Master ConcessionAir have opened a P.F. Chang’s location in Concourse E at Reagan National Airport (DCA). The 5,800-square-foot PF Chang’s offers a menu featuring made-from-scratch dishes such as Chang’s Spicy Chicken, Mongolian Beef and...
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