AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoAirport Upgrades: Billings Logan International Airport is rolling out a multi-stage renovation aimed at faster check-in and baggage screening, with work starting June 15 and expected to take about two years; officials say the changes should also free space for airline growth and new entrants. Safety Investigation: Fiji’s civil aviation ministry has appointed veteran accident investigator Capt. Norman Walding to lead an inquiry into a Robinson R44 helicopter ditching near Nadi after takeoff; the pilot escaped uninjured and the aircraft stayed afloat. Helicopter Oversight: Japan Airlines faces a regulator push after two cabin attendants drank the day before a May flight, leading to a delay; the transport ministry ordered preventive measures and JAL imposed pay cuts and suspensions. Passenger Rights & Disruption: Phoenix Sky Harbor saw hundreds of flights delayed or canceled amid thunderstorms and heavy traffic, while Las Vegas’ Harry Reid airport earned a top-3 U.S. spot in an AirHelp ranking. Airline Expansion: Harbour Air launched a new Victoria–Seattle seaplane route, and Porter Airlines added nonstop Canada–Turks and Caicos service plus more winter sun links. Premium Product Moves: United will roll out a Polaris business-class menu created by celebrity chefs tied to departure cities, starting Aug. 1. Airline Industry Watch: Wizz Air says it’s gaining confidence that Pratt & Whitney’s GTF issues will be resolved by end-2027, supporting its A321neo delivery plan.
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