Tag Archives: aviation
Waxing Nostalgic About Terminal 1
People tell me all the time stories about the airport. How they used to come out here as children and watch planes take off. How they remember when you could park your car next to the building and walk straight … Continue reading
Keys To A Strong Airport Future
Airports are facing a new normal as high fuel costs, airline mergers and the world economy shape the aviation industry. RDU, which has an $8 billion annual impact on our region, is adapting to these changes as we continue to … Continue reading
Breaking It Down: What’s In The Cost Of Your Ticket?
It used to be, that when you searched for airline tickets, there was always an asterisk leading to a comment that said something to the effect of “plus taxes and fees.” Almost a year ago exactly, a new rule from … 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
Fulfilling Our Purpose, Impacting Our Region
I tell people all the time that I love managing an airport. Why? Each day, I have the privilege of leading a very talented team of people who play a role in enhancing the community where I live. While part … Continue reading