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Houston Airports Today
Despite a struggling economy, Houston's airports are flying high. Watch as we welcome new airlines to town and learn how Houston's own, Continental Airlines, is making aviation history. Find out why the fourth largest airport system in the U.S. is getting noticed nationally and internationally. Watch HOUSTON AIRPORTS TODAY on Houston's "My Channel 55" (KTBU) Saturdays at 9:30 a.m, every Wednesday on the local municipal channel HTV at either 7 a.m., 1 p.m. or 7 p.m. and after City Council.
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New Executive Lounge at IAH
The business class lounge is accommodating passengers from four of the premier air carriers at IAH – Singapore, Emirates, Lufthansa Airlines, and Qatar Airways.
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HAATS off to Houston’s Airspace
Flying in and out of the Houston area got even easier for pilots last month, thanks to a multi-stage plan from Houston TRACON.
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Flights available to Rio everyday at IAH
The daily flight will be the only year-round nonstop flight to Rio de Janeiro from the central or western United States.
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Global Entry proves successful at IAH
Thousands of international passengers have signed up for the Global Entry program since its inception. Guess what city leads the nation in both registration and usage.
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Ellington revs up for Aeros & Autos
On Saturday, May 9, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. aircraft buffs and car show aficionados can visit the Aeros & Autos event at Ellington Airport.
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IAH gets a little more Texan
Three decades ago, drivers traveling down Will Clayton Parkway near Lee Road were looking at a private golf course out their side window. Click Here to find out what they see now...
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Hobby Airport salutes NASA
On your next trip to Hobby Airport, you’ll be able to explore space with a special art exhibit on display that showcases the 50th Anniversary of NASA.
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Continental Airlines to join Star Alliance
The U.S. Department of Transportation announced tentative approval for the granting of antitrust immunity to Continental Airlines and its proposed entry into the Star Alliance.
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Good-hellos and Good-byes
If a picture is worth a thousand words, then Bush Intercontinental Airport has seen an amazing conversation unfold over the past four decades. See how you can be a part of it.
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For more of the latest news about Houston's three main airports, please CLICK HERE to visit our online newsroom.
George Bush Intercontinental - William P. Hobby - Ellington Airport
www.fly2houston.com
Houston Airport System news is distributed on a monthly basis and is available by subscription.
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Richard Vacar
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Roxanne Butler
Melissa Sustaita
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Roxanne Butler
David Hebert
Melissa Sustaita
Darian Ward
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The Houston Airport System (HAS) served more than 50 million passengers in 2008, ranking as the 4th largest multi-airport system in the U.S. and the 6th largest airport in the world. Houston's three airports contribute more than $24 billion to the regional economy and are responsible for the employment of 151,000 people. George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), now celebrating its 40th Anniversary, is the 8th busiest airport in the nation. William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) and Ellington Airport (EFD) together have served the Texas Gulf Coast region for more than 150 years. For more information, visit fly2houston.com and watch "Houston Airports Today" every Saturday at 9:30 a.m. on KTBU Channel 55. |
