Atlanta International Airport News

US Adds Faster Screening To More Airports

February 8, 2012

A pilot scheme that moves passengers through pre-flight security screening more quickly if they volunteer information about themselves in advance is set to expand to 28 of the nation's busiest airports, US officials said on Wednesday.
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Passenger Gun Accidentally Fired At Atlanta Airport

December 12, 2011

A pistol discovered in a passenger's carry-on bag was accidentally fired inside Atlanta airport, grazing a police officer, authorities said on Monday.
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US Plans To Speed Up Airport Security Checks

October 5, 2011

Frequent flyers in the United States who undergo prior government background checks are being allowed through airport security screening faster under an initiative being developed by the Transportation Security Administration, the agency said.
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Four US Airports To Test Expedited Screening

July 15, 2011

US authorities will begin allowing some frequent fliers later this year to participate in an expedited screening trial at four hub airports, the Transportation Security Administration said on Thursday.
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FAA Awards USD$2.5 Mln in Airport Grants

September 29, 2010

The US Federal Aviation Administration has selected three airport projects to receive USD$2.5 million in funding.
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Atlanta, Airlines Reach Deal On Airport Rent

September 1, 2010

Airlines will pay increased rent at Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson Airport under a deal with the city that will help fund a new international terminal, Mayor Kasim Reed has announced.
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