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110 articlesPage 1 of 6Updated Apr 20, 2026

Nabire's Douw Aturure Airport Upgraded to Accommodate Boeing 737 Jets

Nabire's Douw Aturure Airport has extended its runway to 2,500 meters, enabling operations for narrow-body jets like the Boeing 737 and Airbus A320.

Apr 20, 20264 min
Nabire's Douw Aturure Airport Upgraded to Accommodate Boeing 737 Jets
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Navigating Complexity in Major US Airport Infrastructure Projects

Project management expertise is crucial for navigating multi-billion dollar upgrades at major US airports like LAX and HNL, driven by major upcoming...

Apr 20, 20264 min
Navigating Complexity in Major US Airport Infrastructure Projects
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Norfolk Airport Opens Three-Gate Concourse A Expansion Amid Record Traffic

Norfolk International Airport opened a three-gate Concourse A expansion, part of its $1B TransformORF plan to accommodate record passenger growth.

Apr 19, 20264 min
Norfolk Airport Opens Three-Gate Concourse A Expansion Amid Record Traffic
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Athens Airport Begins €1.3B Expansion to Reach 40M Passenger Capacity

Athens International Airport has launched a €1.3 billion expansion project to increase its annual capacity to 40 million passengers by 2032.

Apr 19, 20265 min
Athens Airport Begins €1.3B Expansion to Reach 40M Passenger Capacity
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Singapore Airlines Launches Curfew-Free Flights from Western Sydney Airport

Singapore Airlines scheduled late-night flights from Western Sydney Airport, leveraging its 24/7 operations to bypass the existing hub's strict curfew.

Apr 19, 20264 min
Singapore Airlines Launches Curfew-Free Flights from Western Sydney Airport
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Canberra Airport Hosts 2026 Open Day with RAAF Aircraft Displays

Canberra Airport held its 2026 Open Day on April 18, featuring aircraft displays and aerial demonstrations by the Royal Australian Air Force.

Apr 18, 20264 min
Canberra Airport Hosts 2026 Open Day with RAAF Aircraft Displays
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Guwahati's New Terminal 2 Boosts Capacity to 13.1 Million Passengers

Guwahati Airport's new Terminal 2 is now operational, increasing annual passenger capacity to 13.1 million and boosting Northeast India's connectivity.

Apr 18, 20265 min
Guwahati's New Terminal 2 Boosts Capacity to 13.1 Million Passengers
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AAI Expands North India Airports Amid Fog and Traffic Growth

AAI reports North India handles 30% of passenger traffic, launching airport expansions to combat operational challenges like winter fog and aircraft...

Apr 18, 20264 min
AAI Expands North India Airports Amid Fog and Traffic Growth
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Pune Airport Resumes Flights After IAF Jet Incident Forces Closure

Pune Airport has resumed operations after an IAF Sukhoi jet incident closed its runway, causing the cancellation of 91 commercial flights and 12...

Apr 18, 20264 min
Pune Airport Resumes Flights After IAF Jet Incident Forces Closure
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Changi Passenger Traffic Rises 2.3% in Q1 Despite Mideast Disruption

Changi Airport reported a 2.3% rise in Q1 passenger movements, reaching 17.6 million despite an 80% plunge in traffic to the Middle East.

Apr 17, 20264 min
Changi Passenger Traffic Rises 2.3% in Q1 Despite Mideast Disruption
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SAHCO Secures Exclusive Ground Handling at New Ogun Gateway Airport

SAHCO has become the sole ground handler at Nigeria's new Gateway International Airport, boosting Ogun State's agro-cargo and passenger hub capabilities.

Apr 17, 20265 min
SAHCO Secures Exclusive Ground Handling at New Ogun Gateway Airport
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Advocates Urge Galway Councils to Halt Proposed €10.5m Airport Sale

Advocates intensify calls to save Galway Airport from a potential €10.5m sale, warning of the permanent loss of a strategic national aviation asset.

Apr 16, 20264 min
Advocates Urge Galway Councils to Halt Proposed €10.5m Airport Sale
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Kargil Airport Unsuitable for Large Aircraft, Cites Ladakh LG

Ladakh's Lt Governor says Kargil Airport cannot support large aircraft due to its short, narrow runway and challenging terrain, limiting future operations.

Apr 15, 20264 min
Kargil Airport Unsuitable for Large Aircraft, Cites Ladakh LG
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Changi Airport to Launch New Private Terminal with Plaza Premium in Mid-2027

Changi Airport and Plaza Premium Group will open a new private terminal in mid-2027, replacing the former CIP terminal to enhance premium travel services.

Apr 15, 20264 min
Changi Airport to Launch New Private Terminal with Plaza Premium in Mid-2027
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Dubai Airport Ranks Second Globally in ACI's 2025 Traffic Report

Dubai International Airport ranked second globally for 2025 passenger traffic, handling 95.2 million passengers according to new ACI World data.

Apr 14, 20264 min
Dubai Airport Ranks Second Globally in ACI's 2025 Traffic Report
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Man Arrested for Damaging USAF C-130 Hercules at Shannon Airport

A man was arrested at Shannon Airport after allegedly damaging a USAF C-130 Hercules with a hatchet, prompting a brief suspension of flight operations.

Apr 14, 20265 min
Man Arrested for Damaging USAF C-130 Hercules at Shannon Airport
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Turner Modernizes San Diego Airport Utilities for New Terminal 1

Turner Construction completed a Central Utilities Plant upgrade at San Diego Airport to support the new Terminal 1, finishing 4 months early with no...

Apr 13, 20261 min
Turner Modernizes San Diego Airport Utilities for New Terminal 1
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Kansai Airport Expands Retail; Las Vegas Gets FAA Grant for Gates

Kansai Airport will open 24 new retail outlets in June, while Las Vegas's Harry Reid Airport received an $8M FAA grant for gate renovations.

Apr 13, 20264 min
Kansai Airport Expands Retail; Las Vegas Gets FAA Grant for Gates
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USAF C-130 Damaged in Hatchet Attack at Shannon Airport

An individual attacked a USAF C-130 with a hatchet at Shannon Airport, causing extensive damage and highlighting ongoing security and political tensions.

Apr 12, 20264 min
USAF C-130 Damaged in Hatchet Attack at Shannon Airport
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Ethiopia Begins Building $12.5B Bishoftu International Airport

Construction begins on Ethiopia's $12.5B Bishoftu International Airport, which will become Africa's largest hub with a capacity of 110 million passengers.

Apr 12, 20265 min
Ethiopia Begins Building $12.5B Bishoftu International Airport
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