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Frequent international travelers – Global Entry
Continuing its tradition of piloting important new transportation initiatives, the Houston Airport System, this month, welcomed the United States Secretary of Homeland Security, Michael Chertoff at George Bush Intercontinental Airport’s expansive Federal Inspections Services facility. Secretary Chertoff flew in to Houston to kick-off the Department of Homeland Security’s latest transportation initiative known as the Global Entry Program.
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Houston Airports Today - March 2008
Take a break, relax and join us for the latest edition of the Houston Airports Today. We’ll show you what’s sweeping through our terminals, update you about the latest glamour destination available from Bush Airport and hob-knob with the VIP’s passing through Ellington Field. Tune in every Saturday morning at 9 a.m to KTBU Channel 55 “The Tube,” or catch the program on HTV, every Wednesday at 7 a.m., 1 p.m. or after City Council, and at 7 p.m. Or just let your fingers do the walking.
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In four months – 17 million passengers
Through the first four months of 2008, the Houston Airport System served a record 17 million passengers. An estimated 4.3 million passengers traveled through Houston’s airports during the month of April 2008 alone, according to the latest traffic figures released this month by the Houston Airport System.
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City proposes compatible land use regulations
In 2006, the FAA admonished the City of Houston for allowing incompatible development to encroach into areas affected by airport operations. In an effort to promote compatible land uses the City of Houston is proposing new regulations to control future development around the three airports.
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F-16 unit moves to next chapter of distinguished history
While blustery wind played havoc with the microphone on occasion, the proud members of the 147th Fighter Wing standing in formation enjoyed the breeze on their faces here June 7. The 147th marked this day in history when it ceremoniously sent off the last of its F-16 aircraft to make room for the MQ-1 Predator and a new name – the 147th Reconnaissance Wing.
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A new aviation training facility is in the future for Bush Intercontinental Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport will be the home of a brand new, state-of-the-art, world-class training facility. Along with a new partnership, exciting plans to establish training classes and a facility were announced by the Houston Airport System, its affiliate HAS Development Corporation and the Texas Engineering Extension Service, a member of the Texas A&M University System.
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CBP provides tips to international travel during busy summer season
The summer travel season has kicked off and Customs and Border Protection would like to remind international travelers this is the busiest travel time of the year. CBP would like to provide useful tips to those individuals that will travel internationally this season. These travel tips will assist travelers in making their arrival to the United States as trouble free as possible.
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Houston becomes the latest destination to offer a CityPass
Houstonians of international fame such as singer and actress Beyonce Knowles are no longer the only ones touting Houston as a tourist destination. The United States tourist program known as CityPass has just added the Space City as its 11th destination to offer the CityPass traveler packages. CityPass offers discount package deals to various attractions within a city.
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Out of school and ready to travel
The bell has rung, school is out and thousands of school-age children are sleeping in, catching up on their favorite television shows and looking for something to do. If you’re planning on sending them over to grandma for a couple of weeks or taking them on a family vacation here are a few tips you should know before you head to the airport. Airport authorities say traveling during this season is no different than any other holiday season.
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HAS looks for new businesses to contract
Irfan Siddiqui knows a thing or two about taking advantage of a good opportunity. After moving to the United States from his native India in 1991 he began entry level work in the courier service business, dabbled in the car dealership industry for a decade and now is the owner of Rapid Delivery and Logistics. His company, whose slogan is “we’re the same day delivery experts,” employs nearly 50 individuals and is well underway to doubling that number.
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TSA employees at IAH remind passengers of their sworn duties
Most travelers are now familiar with the Transportation Security Administration or TSA, as the federal employees charged with maintaining the security checkpoint standards for those wishing to travel, especially by air. Whether its upholding the liquids policy or preventing prohibited items from being carried aboard, TSA represents an important line of defense when it comes to security.
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How well do you know your local airports?
Many consider them a gateway to the city, while others simply rely on Houston’s airports to make a good first impression on visitors to the city – so this month we thought we’d pick your brain with a little airport trivia. If you’re familiar with the Houston Airport System at all you probably know the basics.
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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 Field
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Juan Alanis
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Juan Alanis
Marlene McClinton
Melissa Sustaita
Nneka Kimble
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