Indy not expecting ‘nightmare’ TSA scenario, airport leader says
Indianapolis Airport Authority Executive Director Mario Rodriguez said he believes the impact won’t be as severe as it has been at other major airports.
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Rare rainy day expected for Rose Parade, Rose Bowl as IU fans make trip
For the first time in 20 years, rain is expected to intrude on the Rose Parade and the Rose Bowl in Southern California. Thousands of Indiana University fans are expected to make the trip.
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Airport considering nearly $140M upgrade to baggage handling system
Airport officials are close to moving forward with the development and installation of a new luggage system at Indianapolis International Airport as part of an ongoing effort to enhance the facility’s security and efficiency.
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Indy airport board approves plans for $206M hotel. Here’s when it could open.
The vote comes just under a year after the budget for the hotel was slashed by $57 million.
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Indianapolis International Airport expects more than 100 private jets as part of All-Star rush
The Indianapols Airport Authority said it anticipates a busy weekend and is working closely with the Transportation Security Administration, the Federal Aviation Administration and others to accommodate the increased traffic.
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Indianapolis International lands new airline, new East Coast business routes
The new routes boost the number of nonstop destinations offered by the airport to 57—the most in the airport’s history.
Airport adding two new concepts, culinary incubator to concession lineup
The incubator, which will be led by local chef Steve Oakley and located in the publicly-accessible Civic Plaza, is meant to provide rising culinary talent with mentorship, visibility and support to hone their work.
More than 11,400 flights canceled Sunday as winter storm sweeps across US
Nearly half the flights scheduled to arrive at or depart from Indianapolis International Airport were canceled on Sunday.
Number of Miami flights and their prices continue to climb ahead of IU championship appearance
According to online ticket tracking company Skyscanner, the price for the cheapest one-way ticket to Miami on Friday is $263, but it’s a three-stop, 42-hour journey using both Spirit Airlines and Frontier Airlines. The fastest is an $857 direct flight from Southwest Airlines on Friday afternoon.
Tickets for Indiana football’s title game scarce, with high demand driving high prices
The get-in price for tickets to the Jan. 19 game at Hard Rock Stadium are just over $3,200 as of early Monday afternoon—about half the cost of a nosebleed seat to last year’s Super Bowl.
Partnership between public affairs firms highlights growing Indiana-Ireland bond
A former Hoosier lawmaker and a former Irish government minister are linking their firms as Indiana’s ties to Ireland grow.
AAR Aircraft Services to close airport plant, terminate 329 employees
The plant at Indianapolis International Airport will see its first series of employment terminations starting on Feb. 15, with more phases continuing through Feb. 28, 2027, the company said.
Frontier adding 4 routes from Indianapolis International Airport
For a limited time, the airline is offering introductory fares under $80 for each of the routes.
Flight disruptions continue as air traffic controllers brace for their first full missing paychecks
Most controllers are continuing to work mandatory overtime six days a week during the shutdown without pay, the National Air Traffic Controllers Association said Monday.
Food banks are popping up at airports in Indy, Detroit and beyond to feed unpaid workers
In Week 4 of the government shutdown, when many federal workers are furloughed or working unpaid hours, Gleaners Food Bank is helping TSA and FAA employees at Indianapolis International Airport fill the gap.
Indianapolis airport won’t play DHS video blaming Democrats for travel delays
Airports in New York, Atlanta, Chicago, Las Vegas, Charlotte, Phoenix and Seattle have also said they will not play the video message from Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.
Indianapolis adds another new nonstop flight via Southwest
Southwest Airlines will operate a seasonal nonstop flight from the Circle City to San Juan, Puerto Rico, via the Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport, the Indianapolis International Airport announced.
Air travel disruptions add pressure on Congress for shutdown deal
The U.S. air travel disruptions, which hurt both passengers and airlines, are among the most visible examples of how the shutdown is inconveniencing Americans.
Aer Lingus to add extra weekly seasonal flight to Indy-to-Ireland route
The nonstop route between Indianapolis International Airport and Dublin Airport is on pace to exceed more than 20,000 total passengers by the end of September.
Airport’s $140M overhaul of baggage handling will be ‘much smarter system’
The sprawling and complex series of conveyors, security monitors and other machinery that moves thousands of checked bags each day is nearing the end of its useful life.
Southwest to launch new international nonstop route from Indy for spring break 2026
The flight will operate once-weekly over a monthlong period, giving spring break travelers another international destination from Indianapolis International Airport.
Spirit Airlines sounds the alarm on its future ability to stay in business
Spirit—which flies to eight cities from Indianapolis—pointed to “adverse market conditions” that it’s continued to face after a recent restructuring and other efforts to revive its business.
Indianapolis International Airport regains 2 nonstop flights
Two pre-pandemic-era flights will return to Indianapolis this month, taking passengers to destinations on the East Coast and in the Midwest.
Indianapolis airport adds basketball court for WNBA All-Star festivities
On-court activities leading up to the July 19 All-Star Game range from a communal Zumba workout to an exhibition of disc-catching dogs.