American Airlines, Landline receive industry-first TSA approval for airside-to-airside connectivity via motorcoach

FORT WORTH, Texas – American Airlines customers traveling on Landline-operated motorcoaches from Allentown/Bethlehem, Pennsylvania (ABE), and Atlantic City, New Jersey (ACY), to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) can now enjoy a more seamless and convenient travel experience with the Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) recent approval of airside-to-airside motorcoach operations. 

What is a Pre-Conditioned Air Unit?

While we may take air conditioning for granted, we rely on this essential modern convenience – not only does it make indoor spaces more comfortable but, more importantly, it ensures safety from extreme temperatures. Heating and cooling in an aircraft is something the Department of Aviation takes very seriously and is an important part of the sustainability and operations of the airports.

Financial Tips from PHL Well

PHLWell ended the second quarter of 2023 with a session that reviewed financial tips that were shared with Department of Aviation employees over the first two quarters of the year. In a frank dialogue led by Human Resources Administrative Representatives Latia White and Ashlee Franklin, staff talked about ways to better manage money, shared tips on saving savings, and the importance of having life insurance. These tips can be valuable to the airports’ guests, too.

PHL Unsung Heroes: Chickie's & Pete's General Manager Paul Porter

Chickie's & Pete's General Manager Paul Porter recently received the “Unsung Heroes” award from Philadelphia International Airport’s (PHL) Employee Recognition Program, which honors employees who work behind the scenes and are not typically recognized for their work. Although they do not work directly with guests, their effectiveness significantly affects the airport and guest experience.   

City of Philadelphia Department of Aviation and Airlines Agree to New Use and Lease Agreement

The City of Philadelphia Department of Aviation and its airline partners have agreed to a three-year Airport-Airline Use and Lease Agreement for Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) and Northeast Philadelphia Airport (PNE) that includes options for two one-year extensions. The agreement, which was approved by City Council on June 22 and signed by Mayor Jim Kenney on June 28, is effective July 1, 2023, and governs airline use of the City’s facilities at PHL.

Standard & Poor’s Assigns A+/Stable Rating to Philadelphia International Airport

Standard & Poor’s (S&P) has assigned an “A+” rating with a stable outlook on Philadelphia International Airport's (PHL) general airport revenue bonds. This is up two notches from the “A-“ rating PHL received in 2021. PHL has approximately $1.6 billion of debt outstanding, consisting of $1.5 billion of airport revenue bonds. Most of the airport's debt is fixed rate.

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