Category Archives: The Fives
The Fives: Inside The Ramp Tower
Anyone who travels to RDU regularly is familiar with the tall Air Traffic Control Tower that’s visible from just about anywhere at the airport. But, did you know there’s another tower that plays a crucial role in coordinating aircraft movements? … Continue reading
The Fives: Launching RDU-LAX Non-Stop Daily Service
On April 2, the Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority and Regional Transportation Alliance along with American Airlines celebrated the launch of non-stop daily service from RDU to Los Angeles International Airport. Here are five views from the events as well as a … Continue reading
The Fives: Following The Signs
Have you ever stared out the window of your plane while it’s taxiing to the runway and wondered what in the world all those signs and lines mean out on the airfield? In today’s edition of The Fives, we’re showing … Continue reading
The Fives: Cool Airport Structures
Today, we’re beginning an occasional photo series here on RDU Cruising Altitude called The Fives. Every few weeks, we’ll show you a series of five things or places that can be found at RDU if you know where to look, … Continue reading