May 2022 sets record for busiest month at Austin airport
From January to May 2022, there was a 132.71% increase in passengers compared to that time frame last year.
From January to May 2022, there was a 132.71% increase in passengers compared to that time frame last year.
Large bee removal project begins at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
The goal is to try to save as many bees as possible during the move.
The goal is to try to save as many bees as possible during the move.
Austin-Bergstrom to receive additional $15M from infrastructure law for expansion
The additional $15 million will be used to increase the square footage of the Barbara Jordan Terminal to help meet growing passenger demands.
The additional $15 million will be used to increase the square footage of the Barbara Jordan Terminal to help meet growing passenger demands.
Southwest Airlines pilots picket, say they're tired of being understaffed and overworked
Southwest Airlines pilots say they are tired of saying 'sorry' on every flight. They're protesting current working conditions that have them understaffed and overworked as travel demand rebounds.
Southwest Airlines pilots say they are tired of saying 'sorry' on every flight. They're protesting current working conditions that have them understaffed and overworked as travel demand rebounds.
City votes to demolish South Terminal, make room for other airport expansion
“If the South Terminal goes away, so does access to low fares. Competition in the Austin market will be impacted. That is something every visitor and resident should be concerned about,” said Jeff Pearse.
“If the South Terminal goes away, so does access to low fares. Competition in the Austin market will be impacted. That is something every visitor and resident should be concerned about,” said Jeff Pearse.
FAA facing lawsuit surrounding new AUS jet fuel facility
The organizations SANAR and PODER filed a petition for review against the FAA on May 27.
The organizations SANAR and PODER filed a petition for review against the FAA on May 27.
Direct flight from London to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport sparks concerns from travelers
One of the first Virgin Atlantic flights landed Wednesday afternoon and passengers on board say it was smooth, but their experience at the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport was far from it.
One of the first Virgin Atlantic flights landed Wednesday afternoon and passengers on board say it was smooth, but their experience at the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport was far from it.
American Airlines launches nonstop service between AUS and Montego Bay, Jamaica
Austin residents now have a new summer destination option thanks to American Airlines launching a new nonstop service between AUS and Jamaica.
Austin residents now have a new summer destination option thanks to American Airlines launching a new nonstop service between AUS and Jamaica.
Catalytic converter thefts reported at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport said they received four reports of catalytic converter thefts within 24 hours at the airport parking lots.
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport said they received four reports of catalytic converter thefts within 24 hours at the airport parking lots.
Busy summer travel expected at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
“This year, we’re expecting 22 million people to fly out of the airport, which is double what the airport served when we first opened,” said Sam Haynes, public information officer for AUS.
“This year, we’re expecting 22 million people to fly out of the airport, which is double what the airport served when we first opened,” said Sam Haynes, public information officer for AUS.
Memorial Day weekend expected to be busy for travel
AAA estimates 39 million people will be traveling for the holiday and Austin-Bergstrom International Airport expects to have the busiest Memorial Day travel time in its history.
AAA estimates 39 million people will be traveling for the holiday and Austin-Bergstrom International Airport expects to have the busiest Memorial Day travel time in its history.
Texas yoga teacher Kaitlin Armstrong wanted for murder of Moriah Wilson may be in New York
Investigators believe Kaitlin Marie Armstrong flew from the Austin airport to Houston Hobby Airport on May 14. She then took a connecting flight to LaGuardia Airport.
Investigators believe Kaitlin Marie Armstrong flew from the Austin airport to Houston Hobby Airport on May 14. She then took a connecting flight to LaGuardia Airport.
AUS asks passengers to arrive early as busy travel season begins
The airport said an estimated 22 million passengers will fly out of AUS this year, making 2022 a record-breaking year. The increase in passengers comes after significant growth and investment in Austin by the airlines.
The airport said an estimated 22 million passengers will fly out of AUS this year, making 2022 a record-breaking year. The increase in passengers comes after significant growth and investment in Austin by the airlines.
Austin airport restores power following power outage
According to the airport, the power outage is impacting gates 16, 17, 18, and 21. The power outage is also affecting the east side ticket counters.
According to the airport, the power outage is impacting gates 16, 17, 18, and 21. The power outage is also affecting the east side ticket counters.
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport secures funding for projects
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport has secured $400 million of funding after a successful Airport System Revenue Bond sale to investors.
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport has secured $400 million of funding after a successful Airport System Revenue Bond sale to investors.
Austin airport, CapMetro no longer requiring face masks after ruling
A federal judge claims the federal mask mandate was exceeding the authority of U.S. health officials. This court ruling now vacates the mandate.
A federal judge claims the federal mask mandate was exceeding the authority of U.S. health officials. This court ruling now vacates the mandate.
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport not as busy as anticipated
Lines at ABIA moved quickly, despite predictions from airport officials that it would be yet another busy Monday morning at the airport.
Lines at ABIA moved quickly, despite predictions from airport officials that it would be yet another busy Monday morning at the airport.
How do I navigate TSA check-in lines at Austin-Bergstrom?
Let's take a look at what it takes to get through security at AUS and what passengers can do to streamline the process.
Let's take a look at what it takes to get through security at AUS and what passengers can do to streamline the process.
Plan for Hwy 71 sucked in to Austin airport fuel farm debate
"We are willing to relocate a highway which is going to be complex, expensive and difficult to do, but when it comes to a fuel facility we are somehow not able to do that,” said Fuentes.
"We are willing to relocate a highway which is going to be complex, expensive and difficult to do, but when it comes to a fuel facility we are somehow not able to do that,” said Fuentes.
American Airlines looks to fill 70 positions at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
American Airlines is interviewing hundreds of people to join the team at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS).
American Airlines is interviewing hundreds of people to join the team at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS).