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Houston Airports partners with Turkish Airlines to send supplies to Turkey after a pair of deadly earthquakes. More are joining Houston Airports in the fight against human trafficking, and this month we are sharing major progress on the new international terminal at IAH as 200 tons of steel beams are installed and 12 artists are commissioned to create art for the new space. 

In February we honor a 41-year aviation legend on his retirement and expand our performing arts program, Harmony in the Air. Passengers crave and praise the live musical performances. 

Just two months into 2023 and Houston Airports is making strides in sustainability and community connection. Read how Houston Airports is making Connections ✈

Houston Airports is ringing in the new year by announcing new restaurants and a new art experience!

Passengers can't get enough of new vending machines and the future of the Houston Spaceport is looking bright! New land use plans reveal a hotel, retail space and lots of options for offices and educational facilities. 

A crew of 14 disabled AstroAccess ambassadors is reimagining accessible spaceflight and redefining who can be an astronaut. 

Hobby Airport is now a gamer's paradise and parking at the airport just became easier for families.

Plus, more flights will connect Houston to Central America to Canada, and 'United, We Share the Warmth.' 

And, from the sea to the sky, 10 pieces of art commissioned during the COVID-19 pandemic are now a part of #HoustonAirportsArt.

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Yes! You can carry-on tamales. No, you cannot carry-on your guns. Houston Airports is preparing travelers for the best airport experience this holiday season. Plus, the hottest holiday gifts can be find found at the airport. Seriously! 

A timelapse of the new international terminal under construction is building excitement as #ChangeIsComing to Bush Airport. A Houston native and marathon runner is honoring U.S. heroes. An airport volunteer is welcoming refugees to Space City.

Travelers share hugs and a heartfelt send-off for a therapy dog retiring after years of spreading comfort and peace. And, way to go 'Stros! 2022 World Series Champions gear is on sale now at the airport.

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Stay ahead of the holiday travel rush! Experts share 10 tips for the best airport experience. Don't forget to reserve your airport parking spot now. (Open the newsletter for a link to discounted parking options!) 

From watching artists at work to getting a behind-the-scenes look at how Houston Airports rolls out the red carpet for VIP's, this month we are spotlighting and celebrating the Houstonians providing the signature world-class experience at Houston Airports.  

Plus, 'raise a glass' to brand new vending machines just for parents, more fresh food options for travelers and luxurious nap pods ready for tired travelers. Take a look at what's now open at Bush Airport! 

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Firefighters are working to preserve a fire truck used at Pentagon on 9/11. Houston Airports celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month. A behind-the-scenes look at how Houston Airports prevents wildlife strikes, and 40,000 LEGO's help to create the ultimate view of downtown Houston! 

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Inside this month's newsletter: Tips for the best Labor Day air travel experience, remembering Hurricane Harvey 5 years later, law enforcement join a boy's cancer fight and details on how to satisfy your sweet tooth at a new concessions experience inside a Houston airport.

Plus, check out our link that saves time and money on parking at Houston Airports! 

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The recent 4th of July weekend showed that air travel continues to make a resurgence as Houston Airports reported passenger numbers approaching pre-pandemic (2019) levels. On July 14, representatives of 11 of the 12 congressional offices in Houston received a Houston Spaceport tour and an exciting “hands-on” progress update directly from Houston Airports’ senior leaders. Additionally, Houston Airports recently received notification that its two commercial airports will receive $43.6 million in federal funding that will allow for upgrades to airport terminals and improve energy efficiency. These and many other interesting and relevant stories and videos are included in this month’s issue of Connections!

Ellington and Hobby Airports earned perfect reviews – no discrepancies - from the FAA’s annual CFR Part 139 inspection; Bush Airport also excelled. Over 270 participants came together for the FAA Triennial Large-Scale Exercise at Bush Airport. Houston Airports recently met with the Houston City Council’s Economic Development Committee and provided an update of the IAH Terminal Redevelopment Program (ITRP). The airport system also made changes to improve the recent traffic flow and reduce congestion at the airport. These and many other exciting stories are included in this month’s issue of Connections!

As an integral component of the IAH Terminal Redevelopment Program (ITRP), the MLIT Sterile Corridor Steel Erection Plan continues to move well, and action is captured in a thrilling video. The Houston Spaceport reached another notable milestone on May 11 when Axiom Space began construction for its new 22-acre Space Flight Training and Assembly Headquarters at the spaceport. On May 4, about 450 individuals received human trafficking prevention training at an important and well-attended event at George Bush Intercontinental Airport. These and many other exciting stories are included in this month’s issue of Connections!

Anchored by Director Mario Diaz, Houston Airports was well-represented when Mayor Sylvester Turner led a City delegation on a recent “Houston Week” marketing campaign in Mexico. Today, 74 portable works of art are now being enjoyed every day by hundreds of thousands of visitors at George Bush Intercontinental and William P. Hobby airports.  Houston Airports said “thank you” to each of its Volunteer Ambassadors during National Volunteer Week that was observed April 17-23. These and other stories are included in this month’s issue of Connections!

Houston Airports was well-represented at the return of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo with a float, art exhibitions at Bush and Hobby Airports, and employees dressed for the occasion in their best western gear. During the month of April, Houston Airports joins the world in promoting Autism Spectrum Disorder, ASD, Awareness. Houston Airports made a vast improvement in its badging offices, replacing the paper-based, manually intensive badging system with a contemporary, highly efficient commercial application. Houston Airport Interfaith Chapels are open to all and also stress community involvement through healthy interaction and fundraising. These and other stories are included in this issue of Connections!

Houston Airports is the recipient of the 2021 Energy Management Top Performer Award thanks to its concerted efforts to reduce energy consumption and achieve social, environmental and economic sustainability. February was Black History Month and the airport system recognized the tremendous contributions of African Americans in a variety of ways. Outstanding custodial professionals are often the “unsung heroes” of Houston Airports and deserve recognition for exemplary service, often far beyond their job descriptions. These and other stories are included in this issue of Connections! 

The City of Houston now boasts the only 5-Star rated airport throughout the state of Texas and North America after William P. Hobby Airport achieved 5-Star Airport status in the latest annual Skytrax World Airport Star Ratings. The IAH Terminal Redevelopment Program, ITRP, continues to cross new and important construction milestones, the latest being the closure of the Terminal E Arrivals Curbside on Jan. 12. Houston Airports also continued to demonstrate its commitment to combatting human trafficking. That and much more in this edition of Connections!

Houston Airports, along with the domestic airlines at Bush and Hobby Airports, celebrated passengers with useful gifts during Customer Appreciation Week Dec 12-18. Houston Airports also spread holiday cheer to passengers and visitors through free gift wrapping, performances by a visiting youth choir, Harmony in the Air, photo filters and more. Despite the challenges of Omicron, the new COVID-19 variant, the airport system experienced robust passenger traffic over the winter holidays. At Houston Spaceport, anchor tenant Intuitive Machines broke ground for its new $40 million lunar production and operations center. The IAH Terminal Development Program, ITRP, continues to be on track and within budget and will provide tremendous 5-star benefits to the traveling public and the City of Houston.

Houston Aviation Director Mario Diaz addressed a sold out crowd hosted by the Greater Houston Partnership to give the annual State of the Airports address. Houston Airports celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month with a focus on employees. 'Gateway to the World' unveiled at Hobby Airport in support of Houston's 2026 FIFA World Cup bid. That and much more in this edition of Connections.

Houston Airports has made its largest one-time art acquisition that will be installed at Houston’s award-winning, four-star airports. Houston Airports will once again offer the Edge4Vets job preparation workshop  and the ITRP is on time and on budget. That and much more in this edition of the Connections e- newsletter.

A travel rebound is well underway at Houston Airports. Houston Airports is using robotic technology to provide a clean airport environment. Construction at Bush Airport advances as the terminal modernization program moves forward. This and much more in the July 2021 Connections e-newsletter.

Houston Spaceport is quickly becoming a focal point for aerospace innovation attracting aerospace companies that will further support the commercial aerospace industry and there are many new developments now underway.  George Bush Intercontinental Airport recently marked an important milestone. As construction continues on the IAH Terminal Redevelopment Program, the team recently learned that they surpassed more than 2 million manhours without a reportable incident since its inception in 2015. That and more in the June Connections e-newsletter.

Houston Spaceport is expanding. Collins Aerospace announced plans to build a new eight-acre campus at Houston Spaceport. Sun Country Airlines will offer seasonal service to exciting destinations Hobby Airport now has smart restrooms. That and much more in the May 2021 Connections e-newsletter.