Airports
Australian Border Force (ABF) officers intercepted a 31-year-old woman, arriving at Sydney Airport from Los Angeles, who allegedly attempted to import 20kg of cocaine hidden in her luggage. The estimated street value of the cocaine is $6.5 million and could have resulted in 100,000 street-level deals. The woman
Airports
A 71-year-old Canadian man, Ronald Lord, was sentenced to six years in prison for smuggling eight kilos of cocaine worth £640,000 into the UK through Gatwick Airport. Lord claimed he was on a sightseeing holiday and denied knowledge of the hidden drugs, but a screw found in his pocket
Legislators
U.S. Senators Martin Heinrich and Ben Ray Luján, along with Representatives Teresa Leger Fernández, Melanie Stansbury, and Gabe Vasquez, welcomed the federal funding to support much-needed upgrades at airports across New Mexico. The grants, totaling $21.2 million, will be used to modernize airports, improve safety, and support local
Legislators
Air travel would not be possible without the dedication of airport service workers, who handle a wide range of critical tasks. According to a recent report by the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO), these workers are indispensable for the safety and security of the aviation system. The report confirms
Legislators
As the US Government Accountability Office (GAO) report highlighted, airport service workers play a critical role in the safety and security of the aviation system. Despite their crucial contributions, many of these workers struggle to make ends meet due to low wages and poor working conditions. Key Takeaways: * Airport service
Legislators
New Mexico is set to receive significant investments in its airports, thanks to a $21.2 million grant from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The funding, secured by U.S. Senators Martin Heinrich and Ben Ray Lujan, and U.S. Representatives Teresa Leger Fernandez, Melanie Stansbury, and Gabe Vasquez, will
Mayors
Doncaster Sheffield Airport is on the verge of a major relaunch, and the local council is seeking a highly skilled individual to chair the Airport Consultative Committee. The committee, established in line with guidelines from the Civil Aviation Authority and the Department for Transport, is crucial for fostering effective communication
Mayors
Last week, South Yorkshire Labour mayor Oliver Coppard warned that re-opening Doncaster Sheffield Airport (DSA) was a long-term project with a decision on funding due next week. However, Doncaster Mayor Ros Jones had previously stated that the airport would be back in business by 2026. Jones has now issued a
Infrastructure (Economics)
Oregon airports, including La Grande, Klamath Falls, Hood River, Hermiston, John Day, and McMinnville, will receive federal funding for upkeep and expanded services. U.S. Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley announced the investment of over $17 million in airports throughout Oregon, thanks to the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law they supported
Mayors
South Yorkshire Mayor Harry Harrison Mayor Coppard sat down with the Local Democracy Reporting Service to discuss the upcoming decision on funding for Doncaster Sheffield Airport, set for September 9, 2025. The interview highlighted Coppard's commitment to taking a long-term view on the airport's success, focusing
Infrastructure (Economics)
U.S. Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley have announced a significant investment in rural airports throughout Oregon, with over $17.1 million allocated to improve infrastructure and services at six airports. The investment, made possible by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, aims to enhance safety and efficiency at these critical
Infrastructure (Economics)
South Africa's state-owned airports operator, Airports Co. South Africa SOC Ltd. (Acsa), is planning to raise a significant amount of funding to support its airport infrastructure program. The program aims to refurbish its network of airports, including a new cargo terminal at OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg.
