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European airports, workers and suppliers together call for urgent support
Three associations representing transport workers, ground handling companies and airport operators urge the European Parliament to vote in favour of extended derogations.
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Ground handling is the process of servicing an aircraft when it is parked, usually between flights whilst the plane is at the airport terminal gate.
Ground handling is frequently subcontracted by airlines to the airports they use, to third-party agents or to other airlines.
The ground handling team is made up of staff who perform a wide range of functions including:
- Ramp handling: guiding the plane into position and operating
- Servicing vehicles on the tarmac
- Refuelling and maintenance of the aircraft
- Clearing of the cabin and restocking of the catering supplies
- Check-in and boarding at the terminal gate
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ASA and ACA call for global task force to limit aviation impact of COVID-19
The Airport Services Association and the Airline Catering Association have called for a task force in order to prevent the collapse of the aviation industry.
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Pioneering aviation and sustainability at Southampton Airport
Since beginning operation in 1910, Southampton Airport has been a consistent aviation pioneer, and has now shifted its focus to the development of sustainable operations.
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Long Beach Airport introduces electric ground support chargers
The installation of new electric charges to support airline-owned ground equipment is part of Long Beach Airport's efforts to reduce carbon emissions.
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Toolbox Talk – Just Culture
31 January 2020 | By RTITB Airside
Your Just Culture guide. In the latest RTITB Airside Toolbox Talk, the key points for discussion with managers and operatives are reviewed.
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Baggage issues increase at international airports, new report finds
Since 2014, there has been a noticeable increase in baggage complications at international airports, a report from Taxi2Airport has found.
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IATA launches programme to raise global cargo handling standards
The programme will aim to reduce audit complexity and duplication for cargo handling facilities and therefore reduce redundant audit efforts by 50 per cent.
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Checklist: Winter operations pre-use checklist
Download this free checklist to help you identify common components found on winter equipment, and ensure safe and efficient operations.
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How can pervasive broadband wireless communications optimise your airport operations?
26 October 2019 | By Nokia
Understand the deployment options and private wireless solutions utilised to enhance airport operations.
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Smaller airports must invest in GSE if they wish to compete
Aging GSE risks being not just a liability but a serious barrier to future growth, and so smaller airports determined not to be left behind must consider alternative investment opportunities. Jay Lucas, Aviation Specialist at Arkle Finance, provided more information.
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Denver Airport celebrates “topping out” of gate expansion project
New gates will be added on all three concourses to allow DEN’s airlines an opportunity to grow and for DEN to accommodate new airlines.
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Toolbox talk – sterile cockpits in ASUs and GSE
In the latest RTITB Airside Toolbox Talk, we discuss keeping your GSE and vehicle cabs clear to improve safety.
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Optimising passenger flow with a holistic approach to resource management
4 October 2019 | By Dassault Systèmes
ABOUT THIS WEBINAR The right resource allocation is key in improving passenger flow at your airport. But without an holistic view on the operations, inefficient or even counter-productive decisions are easily made. In this webinar Dassault Systèmes explain how a passenger flow model can be used to determine the optimal…
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A day in the life of seamless travel – the next chapter of modern aviation
24 September 2019 | By Vision-Box
Join us on the 6 November as industry experts explore the current developments of seamless travel around the world through real-life implementation, lessons learned and subsequent best practice.
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Case study: Brussels Airport
What makes a great experience for passengers at the airport? Learn how Brussels Airport improved their passenger satisfaction.