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The February issue of Airport Experience News explores the food and beverage trends that are driving footfall and sales at street restaurants nationwide. Exotic and spicy are key attributes this year as consumers seek out unique dining experiences. This issue also includes the latest on sustainability efforts within airport concessions programs, as well as a look at the prognosis for airlines in 2025. Another feature takes a deeper dive into the concepts, brands, companies, teams and individuals who are in the running for the 2025 Airport Experience Awards. Winners will be announced at the upcoming AX Conference. Fact Book data analysis, an airport expansion overview and an interview with Ontario International Airport’s Atif Elkadi round out this issue, available now.
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...
FAT Appoints Assistant Aviation Director
The City of Fresno Aviation Department has named Francisco Partida as assistant director of aviation for Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) and Fresno Chandler Executive Airport (FCH). Partida is an experienced airport executive with 18 years of professional...
DEN’s Washington Withdraws FAA Bid
Philip Washington, CEO of Denver International Airport (DEN), has withdrawn from consideration to be the head of the Federal Aviation Administration. News of Washington’s decision to withdraw from the nomination process first came in a March 25 tweet from U.S....
Jolly Named Chief of Staff At SDF
The Louisville Regional Airport Authority, which operates Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport (SDF) has promoted Noel Jolly to the newly created position of chief of staff. Jolly will focus on advancing high-level strategic priorities that are impactful to...
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F&B Trends Influence Restaurant Menus
2025 Pre-Conference Issue
Green Concessions Programs Gain Steam
2025 Pre-Conference Issue
AX Awards Finalists Shine
2025 Pre-Conference Issue
Airlines Have Mixed Performances, Outlooks
2025 Pre-Conference Issue
Atif Elkadi Shares Vision For ONT
2025 Pre-Conference Issue
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