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Cargo flight UAE9788 crashes off Hong Kong runway killing two airport security staff

20 October 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

Cargo aircraft UAE9788 veered off the North Runway in Hong Kong, resulting in the deaths of two airport security personnel. Rescue operations saved the crew.

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Cotswold Airport joins fire officers association to advance safety for sustainable aviation technologies

8 August 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

Cotswold Airport strengthens safety leadership by joining AFOA, sharing expertise on hydrogen and electric aircraft fire risks with the wider aviation community.

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Dallas Airport unveils hybrid fire vehicle to boost response times and cut emissions

30 June 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

Dallas Fort Worth International Airport introduces the Striker Volterra, a hybrid fire truck enhancing safety, reducing emissions and accelerating emergency response.

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Canada honours air crash victims and their families on International Day of Commemoration

21 February 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

Canada joins ICAO and the global community to remember air disaster victims, reflect on their loss, and reaffirm commitment to aviation safety and support for families.

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Toronto Pearson Airport’s emergency response teams praised for handling Delta flight accident efficiently

19 February 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

Toronto Pearson CEO Deborah Flint commended the swift actions of first responders following the Delta flight incident, ensuring no fatalities and prompt medical attention for passengers.

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Issue 4 2024 International Airport Review

31 October 2024 | By International Airport Review

In this issue of International Airport Review we feature articles from industry experts on a range of topics including: innovation, winter operations, cargo, retail, ARFF, airport experience, and airport construction and design. All this, plus an In-Depth Focus on baggage transformation. Read it for free now.

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The future virtual reality in aircraft rescue firefighter training

2 May 2024 | By Leah Kosolofski

Leah Kosolofski, an Aerodrome Inspector and aircraft rescue firefighting (ARFF) specialist for Transport Canada, writes for International Airport Review about how virtual reality can safeguard firefighters in their training and lower the operational costs for their employers.

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Does new Fluorine Free firefighting foam MilSpec deliver equivalent life-saving performance under increasingly severe climatic conditions?

22 March 2024 | By Mike Willson

For International Airport Review's Issue 4 2023 Mike Willson, a firefighting foam and foam systems specialist investigates whether a new F3 MilSpec for land-based freshwater aviation-use applications is functional enough to keep passengers safe.

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Issue 4 2023 International Airport Review

1 November 2023 | By International Airport Review

In this issue of International Airport Review we feature articles from industry experts on a range of topics including: future-proofing airport infrastructure, construction & design, green energy, automation, health and safety, wayfinding and passenger experience, plus an In-Depth Focus supplement on baggage innovation.

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Mumbai International Airport’s ARFF services demonstrate cutting-edge technology during Fire Service Week

18 April 2023 | By International Airport Review

Fire Service Week is observed all over India from 14th April to 20th April every year in the memory of and to pay homage to those brave fire fighters who lost their lives while discharging their duties during the dock explosion at Mumbai in the year 1944.

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Talking security with Patrick Cuschieri, Bahrain Airport Company

27 December 2022 | By Patrick Cuschieri

Watch this exclusive video which was filmed at World Aviation Festival in Amsterdam.

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A new reality for training airport fire fighters

19 August 2022 | By Christchurch Airport

Airport fire fighters often attend emergencies at short notice, so being constantly prepared is crucial. At Christchurch International Airport, in the South Island of New Zealand, its Airport Fire Service has developed a way to train without an aircraft or firefighting gear. International Airport Review finds out more.

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Government of Canada invests in Prince George Airport

28 July 2022 | By International Airport Review

As Canada works towards recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, the Government of Canada will invest funding in Prince George Airport to maintain the safety and security of the country’s transportation sector.

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FAA awards millions to support critical U.S. airport infrastructure

9 June 2022 | By International Airport Review

The Federal Aviation Administration has awarded a further $518 million to build safer, more accessible airports across the U.S.

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DEN receives 2022 Leading Airport Fleet Award

8 June 2022 | By International Airport Review

In recognition of Denver International Airport’s alternative and sustainable ground handling fleet assets, the airport has been awarded the 2022 Leading Airport Fleet award by Advanced Clean Transportation Expo.

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