Nicholas Lyons+FollowBirmingham airport’s future just got biggerBirmingham’s airport is here to stay—and it’s about to get a major facelift. With the lease now extended to 2070, two major companies are investing over $70 million to upgrade facilities, promising long-term improvements that could transform travel and jobs in our city. This isn’t just about flights; it’s about boosting Birmingham’s economy and making the airport a bigger part of our daily lives. What changes would you like to see at the airport? How do you think this will impact our community over the next few decades? #Travel #Birmingham #AirportNews00Share
Samuel Gutierrez+FollowBirmingham Airport’s Big Money MoveHere’s a coffee break scoop: Birmingham just locked in its airport lease until 2070, which means more planes, more jobs, and a $72 million investment boost. For travelers, expect better terminals and maybe new routes. For locals, it’s a sign the city’s betting big on travel and growth. If you fly out of Birmingham, your airport experience could get a serious upgrade soon! #Business #Birmingham #AirportNews00Share
Kelly Mack+FollowCleveland Hopkins sees fewer flyers—what’s next?Cleveland Hopkins Airport just reported another dip in passenger numbers for June, marking a 4% drop from last year and continuing a downward trend for 2025. While this might sound concerning, it’s part of a bigger pattern seen at airports across the country. Economic uncertainty seems to be keeping more people grounded. Meanwhile, Akron-Canton Airport is booming with a 22.6% jump in June traffic, thanks to new flight options. Hopkins is rolling out a fresh marketing push and planning a new terminal—will it be enough to turn things around? How are these changes affecting your travel plans? #Travel #Cleveland #AirportNews20Share
Charles Coleman+FollowCleveland airport opens gates to everyoneYou can soon walk right up to the gate at Cleveland Hopkins—even if you’re not flying! Starting August 11, the airport’s new Hopkins Hangout Pass lets non-travelers join loved ones for those heartfelt goodbyes, help kids or seniors get settled, or just grab a bite together before takeoff. Just apply online a day to a week ahead, and if you’re one of the 100 daily passholders, you’ll go through security like any passenger. This feels like a big shift for airports—how do you feel about opening up the terminals again? #News #Cleveland #AirportNews00Share
robertjones+FollowMysterious Smell Grounds AA FlightWild night at Charlotte airport: 7 American Airlines employees ended up in the hospital after catching a weird odor—possibly jet fuel—on a plane about to head to LA. No passengers were on board yet, but the whole flight got canceled, and the crew was treated for inhalation symptoms. Emergency teams rushed in, but no hazardous chemicals were found. Still, talk about a travel nightmare—this all happened on a night with hundreds of delays and cancellations already! Air travel drama is real. #TravelDrama #AmericanAirlines #AirportNews #News00Share
