Donald Trump has been in the news for wanting to rename Palm Beach International Airport after him. But why do airports often name themselves after presidents and how do they decide which president to choose? This article looks at the airports within the U.S named after presidents and looks at the likely reason the airport …
Whether you have bought too many souvenirs or struggled to decide which outfits you’ll need, over-packing can result in hefty baggage fees when you arrive at the airport. But, can these charges be avoided? Why are there restrictions on luggage? There are three factors airlines consider when deciding on luggage restrictions: ? The shape of …
Catching a flight can be stressful enough, scrambling around for your tickets and passport, queuing for security, and trying to find your gate. Now imagine all the usual anxiety involved with being in an airport when you get the news there is an impending hurricane? Terrifying stuff, so how do airports prepare and deal with …
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If a fire were to break out on an aircraft full of passengers, it would be up to the airport firefighters to prevent a potential tragedy from occurring. They have a range of bespoke fire trucks at their disposal, specifically designed to tackle such an event. But what makes airport fire trucks perfect for the …
For an airport to operate it requires a runway and suitable supporting taxiways. However, if the two are not easily identifiable from each other then it could lead to a disaster. A pilot could accidentally stray onto a runway thinking it?s a taxiway and go straight into the path of an arriving/departing aircraft. To avoid …
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