The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ) announced the completion of overhauls…
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American Airlines Group Inc. announced that Nathaniel (Nat) Pieper has been named Chief Commercial Officer. Pieper, currently CEO of the oneworld alliance, will assume his new role effective Nov. 3. He will report to American’s CEO Robert Isom. “Nat is a world-class, results-oriented leader who has achieved tremendous success throughout his entire career,” said Isom. “He is well-versed in the airline business, having led teams across multiple disciplines at Northwest, Delta and Alaska. Nat’s experience and expertise, coupled with his recent work with us leading oneworld, make him incredibly well-suited to lead our Commercial team moving forward.” As Chief Commercial Officer, Pieper…
The New Terminal One at New York John F. Kennedy International Airport today announced a new strategic partnership with China Eastern Airlines, a member of the SkyTeam alliance. Headquartered in Shanghai, China Eastern will join the rapidly growing community of international airlines that have selected the New Terminal One as their partner to deliver a world-class guest experience at JFK, the largest aviation gateway into the United States. As of October 2025, China Eastern operates an extensive network connecting Shanghai to 256 destinations in 37 countries. Currently located at the existing Terminal 1, the airline will continue to offer nonstop…
Avports has announced that Lisa Kizina is its new Vice President, Human Resources. Lisa brings over a decade of transformative HR management experience across the aviation, commercial real estate investment and development, and technology space. She is passionate about building people-first strategies that empower teams, drive engagement, and foster inclusive, high-performing cultures. Most recently, Lisa served as VP, People – Corporate at SSP America, where she advanced operational excellence and developed inclusive and emerging leadership capabilities across the organization. Previous leadership roles at Allbridge and National Real Estate Advisors further underscore her expertise in talent management, labor and employment, total…
OTG announced the appointment of Tory Roth as Chief Operating Officer. In this role, Tory will oversee day-to-day operations across OTG’s growing network of airport restaurants, markets, and bars throughout North America, guiding operational excellence, service innovation, and guest experience strategy. Tory joins OTG with more than two decades of experience in hospitality and foodservice leadership. Most recently, she served as Vice President of Operations at Restaurant Associates, where she oversaw large-scale operations across multiple venues and market segments, leading teams responsible for delivering high-end dining, retail, and corporate hospitality programs. Throughout her career, Tory has built a reputation for…
LaGuardia Gateway Partners (LGP), the manager and developer of LaGuardia Airport’s new Terminal B, is excited to announce that applications are now open for the annual B-INSPIRED STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) Grant program. The initiative, launched last year in collaboration with the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, provides a $15,000 grant to a local nonprofit providing impactful STEM programming to the Queens community. “LaGuardia Terminal B was built to be transformative – not just for travelers, but for the community we serve,”said Suzette Noble, CEO of LaGuardia Gateway Partners. “Through this grant, we’re proud to support local…
JFKIAT – the operator of Terminal 4 at John F. Kennedy International Airport – together with its longtime partner Hudson, today announced the opening of three reimagined market concepts in T4. Designed as immersive tributes to Manhattan, Brooklyn, and the Bronx, these new Hudson locations showcase the best of New York’s makers, artisans, and cultural institutions, offering travelers an authentic sense of place from the moment they arrive at the terminal. Terminal 4 is a key component of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey’s $19 billion transformation of JFK Airport into a world-class gateway, which will include two new…
Cathay Cargo has become the first airline to introduce real-time customs clearance updates to customers subscribed to the EzyCargo platform, or those who already have ONE Record API links to the airline’s system, bringing greater visibility and efficiency to the air-cargo shipment journey. The important new development is based on the IATA ONE Record data protocol, and adds customs authorities as an additional air cargo stakeholder into Cathay Cargo’s real-time communications with customers. Many customs authorities require PLACI (pre-load advanced cargo information), and shipments cannot be loaded until the destination customs authority has given the go-ahead. Similarly, most authorities require…
With just six months to go until American Airlines officially celebrates its centennial, the airline is unveiling a special livery that will begin flying in November on a Boeing 777-300 registered as N735AT. This special Flagship® livery blends one of the airline’s original liveries with a modern flair as American will upgrade the aircraft to feature a new, more luxurious interior. “American has thoughtfully chosen a design that evokes our rich history while looking ahead to our next 100 years,” said Ron DeFeo, American’s Chief Communications Officer. “Throughout American’s history, ‘Flagship®’ has always been recognized as our premium travel experience. Our…
The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey and JFK Millennium Partners (JMP), the company selected to build and operate the new $4.2 billion Terminal 6 (T6) at John F. Kennedy International Airport, today announced the addition of P.J. Clarke’s, For Five Coffee Roasters and Brooklyn Brewery to the terminal’s impressive suite of dining experiences, marking the first time any of the brands will be featured with their own airport location. All three are set to open with the new terminal in 2026. “These iconic brands will elevate the passenger experience and add to the uniquely New York sense of place…
Welcome to the October issue of Metropolitan Airport News. Following a record-breaking summer, with temperatures finally cooling down, it is starting to feel like fall. It’s my absolute favorite time of year for so many reasons, not the least of which is the beautiful show Mother Nature puts on in the Northeast. It’s a great time to do a little leaf peeping out East on Long Island or just about anywhere upstate. The weather is beautiful, and countless communities are celebrating the season with vibrant fall events. This month’s issue introduces us to a few of the very resourceful individuals…