The second phase of runway safety improvements at Boston Logan International is underway, with work expected to be complete before Thanksgiving. This phase continues the installation of the Engineered Material Arresting System (EMAS) at the end of Runway 27. As part of the project, a deck supporting the EMAS will be constructed partially over the water. The work does not extend the length of the runway.
Memphis International Airport has been renamed Frederick W. Smith International Airport. Smith founded FedEx Corp., the world's largest express transportation company, and passed away in June 2025. FedEx maintains its world hub at the Tennessee airport. A dedication ceremony drew more than 200 attendees, including civic leaders, business executives and members of Smith’s family. It featured the official reveal of the new airport logo, architectural renderings of a future monument and commemorative speeches highlighting Smith as a tireless champion of Memphis, dedicated philanthropist and a global leader whose efforts transformed the world.
The Brown County Board of Supervisors has selected Vantage Group to provide executive leadership and operational management for Green Bay Austin Straubel International, under a new Management Services Agreement. The initial five-year management services contract, effective immediately, will see Vantage provide day-to-day airport operations and long-term strategic support at the Wisconsin airport. According to Brown County, priorities include enhancing the passenger experience, strengthening airline partnerships and delivering value to travelers, the community and the region in the years ahead.