Tag: PHL
Travelers at PHL say return home easier than expected on busy weekend travel day
This morning at PHL, travelers were met with roughy a 25-minute wait.
5 months ago
Leadership shake-up for Philly airports: CEO for aviation departs for Chamber of Commerce
The city will start a national search to replace Philadelphia’s CEO for aviation, who will now lead the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia.
2 years ago
Philadelphia airport parking could be privatized within a year
After almost 50 years under Philadelphia Parking Authority control, the airport parking concession could soon be run by a private company.
2 years ago
Cargo expansion at PHL gets major federal funding
New federal funding will result in $30 million going towards a more than billion-dollar expansion project at Philadelphia International Airport’s cargo operation.
2 years ago
Holiday travel season is upon us. Here are some tips for a smoother trip
Traffic on the roads and lines at airports and transit stations are expected to be much worse than they were a year ago. Here’s what travelers need to know.
2 years ago
More than 25,000 Afghan refugees have passed through Philadelphia
Following a call from the Biden administration in August, Philadelphia opened its airport to Operation Allies Welcome, receiving Afghani evacuees.
2 years ago
Piedmont Airlines flight attendants at PHL unanimously vote to authorize a strike
Piedmont, a subsidiary of American Airlines, is a regional carrier with hubs in Philadelphia and Charlotte that flies to more than 55 cities around the United States.
3 years ago
8,500-plus Afghans have landed at PHL. Where they all end up is still up in the air
The journey here is the first step in a still-evolving process for vetting, supporting, and resettling those who managed to flee life under the Taliban.
3 years ago
Kenney says Afghan relocation effort in Philadelphia is going smoothly
From Saturday through Monday, the mayor said, 2,386 people evacuated from Afghanistan arrived at Philadelphia International Airport.
3 years ago
Philly welcomes over 500 Afghan evacuees, and more are coming soon
Mayor Jim Kenney said the city anticipates “Operation Allies Refuge PHL” to pick up speed in the coming days. Here’s how you can help.
3 years ago
As travel resumes, PHL airport workers in line for pay boost for health benefits
Philadelphia City Council passed a bill to increase salaries for airport workers to $15.06 an hour, plus $4.54 to go toward health care costs.
3 years ago
At least 1,400 furloughed at Philadelphia International Airport as federal aid deal falters
Airline staff cuts came as federal stimulus money meant to keep the industry afloat ran out and Congress failed to pass an extension.
4 years ago
Thousands facing layoffs as Philadelphia Airport slashes service
Thousands of workers have been laid off at the Philadelphia International Airport. Airlines are seeking bailouts amid the coronavirus outbreak.
4 years ago
Philly airport expansion advances with $5.5M land acquisition plan
City Council's Committee of Public Property and Public Works has approved the purchase of a 15-acre property in Lester, Tinicum Township.
5 years ago
Quiet room offers break from Philly airport hustle and bustle
The new space is for travelers going through TSA checkpoints in terminals D and E.
6 years ago