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West Virginia International Yeager Airport to Renovate Pre-Security Areas of Terminal

 

The Central West Virginia Regional Airport Authority has released plans for the next major component of the 'CRW Next Terminal Development Project.' The $8 million investment will focus on renovating and modernizing the pre-security areas of the terminal at West Virginia International Yeager Airport (CRW).

 

Renovations will include the Ticket Lobby, the ramp area near the secure area exit, Baggage Claim and all public circulation spaces in between. Planned upgrades feature replacement of ticket counters, installation of digital display signage, new flooring, refreshed finishes and updated lighting throughout the main lobby.

 

The current anticipated construction duration is six months, with a projected start date in early October. The project is funded through an Airport Terminals Program grant from FAA.

 

“This project is a key milestone in our long-term terminal modernization efforts,” said Airport CEO and Director Dominique Ranieri, A.A.E. “It reflects our commitment to improving the passenger experience, supporting future growth, and making CRW a more welcoming and efficient gateway for travelers.”

Arajet Adds Service Between Santo Domingo and Newark

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Dominican Republic flag carrier Arajet recently began a new route between Las Américas International near Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic and Newark Liberty International in New Jersey.

 

The new flight will operate four times a week and use a Boeing 737 MAX8 with 185 seats.

    “We are pleased to welcome Arajet to Newark Liberty International Airport and celebrate this new direct route to Santo Domingo,” said Aidan O’Donnell, general manager of New Jersey airports at the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey. “This service enhances our international connectivity while providing passengers with affordable travel options to the Caribbean. We look forward to a successful partnership with Arajet as they grow their presence in the region.”

    Quick Hit

    • TSA screened 3,024,688 passengers and crew on June 22, which is 15.2 percent higher than the 2,624,783 travelers the same day a year ago. (See the latest TSA throughput numbers).

     

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    Alaska Airlines Launching TSA PreCheck Touchless ID at Seattle Tacoma International 

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    California Bill Aims to Boost Airport Funding and Modernization Efforts

    bakersfieldnow.com - California State Senator Melissa Hurtado introduced Senate Bill 661, known as the Airport Expansion and Regional Optimization Act, earlier this year. The bill seeks to enhance resources for California airports by allowing each airport to retain 50 percent of the sales tax revenue generated from jet fuel. 

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    International News

     

    Hong Kong International Suspends Driverless Bus Services After Two Collide

    bangkokpost.com - Hong Kong International has suspended the operation of its driverless buses to allow authorities to conduct inspections after two of the vehicles collided in a restricted area.

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    Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria to Raise Airport Service Tariffs

    guardian.ng - The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria has announced plans to review tariffs for service providers operating in airports under its management and transition to a fully automated, contactless payment system.

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    Air Peace to Launch Abuja-London Heathrow Flights

    newscentral.africa - Nigeria's Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development Festus Keyamo has announced that Air Peace will commence direct flights from Abuja to London Heathrow Airport on October 26.

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