Six Indiana airports could see control towers close
The Federal Aviation Administration says control towers at airports in Gary, Muncie, Bloomington, Terre Haute, Columbus and West Lafayette could close if federal budget cuts take effect Friday.
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Indianapolis Air Show called off; organizers cite sequestration
The air show was set for June 15-16 at Indianapolis Regional Airport near Mount Comfort east of Indianapolis. It has taken place annually since 1996.
Republic to fly for American, buy up to $4B in aircraft
American Airlines has signed a 12-year agreement for Republic Airways Holdings Inc. to operate 76-seat regional jets. It also agreed to purchase up to 94 new aircraft from Brazilian plane maker Embraer.
Airport speeds demolition of former passenger terminal
The former passenger terminal and administration building at Indianapolis International Airport could be rubble by this time next year. Offering a “blank slate” should improve marketability of the site, airport officials say.
Indy airport braced to host stranded passengers
Indianapolis International Airport officials are prepared to provide hundreds of stranded passengers with something to sleep on, and restaurants will stay open late to serve them.
Hamilton County airport closer to extending its runway
Federal, state grants will fund study of project intended to serve growing corporate clientele.
Clark helping Gary airport land more FAA funding
The former CEO of the Indianapolis Airport Authority, now an airport consultant, is helping the Gary airport finance its nearly $170 million expansion.
Study: Indiana’s airports contribute $14.1B in economic output
A new study says the state’s 69 public airports support more than 69,000 jobs–about 30 percent of which are tied to Indianapolis International Airport.
New nonstop flights from Indy to Houston take off
Southwest Airlines on Sunday launched twice-daily nonstop service between Indianapolis International Airport and Houston Hobby Airport, marking the first direct flights between the two airports.
Hurricane cancels dozens of flights in, out of Indy
Major airlines on Monday called off 38 flights departing Indianapolis to several airports in New York, Newark, Philadelphia and Washington. Airlines also canceled 36 flights scheduled to arrive in Indianapolis the same day.
Greenwood airport reopens after runway work delays
A central Indiana airport has reopened its runway Wednesday afternoon after being closed for more than three weeks, leading to hundreds of planes being diverted to other airports.
Rain stalls runway work at Greenwood airport
Recent rains have delayed a project to lengthen the main runway at a central Indiana airport, leaving it unable to handle most of its normal flights
Moody’s upgrades outlook for Indianapolis Airport Authority
New agreements with airlines, presence of FedEx contribute to improving financial picture.
Indianapolis airport getting gas station
A long-awaited gas station at Indianapolis International Airport is to open by the middle of next year. Plans call for the facility to include a fast-food restaurant, service bay and car wash.
Republic, Bedford fall out of favor in Milwaukee
Indianapolis-based airline holding company and its leader stir passions in city hit hard by Frontier cutbacks.
Gary mayor questions former Indy airport exec’s pay rate
The Gary/Chicago International Airport Authority has approved a $350-an-hour contract with former Indianapolis airport executive John Clark to help with business development.
Proposed Indy airline gets audience with Venture Club
Legacy Travel Club needs to raise $50,000 to unlock commitments from angel investors.
Airport wants more nonstop flights
Its focus will include trying to attract flights from Indianapolis International to San Francisco, San Diego and Seattle.
Airlines’ treatment of passengers slowly getting better
Based on traditional yardsticks — lost bags, delayed flights, lousy service and bumpings from full planes — airlines are doing a better job, say private researchers who have analyzed federal data on airline performance.
Indianapolis Regional Airport to handle heavier ‘birds’
Airport Authority OKs runway extension at Hancock County facility, fueling competition with Hamilton County's Executive Airport.