It’s a big week in Columbus. Even though Saturday’s game is away, Buckeye country is prepping for the TENTH win in a row against the Wolverines. CMH is doing its part to back the Buckeyes. We have covered the M in CMH – if you’re traveling through CXH, be sure to get a selfie in front of one of the Xs and share with us using #RivalryWeek_CMH or tagging @columbusairport.
Bread-y or not, Thanksgiving travel has crumb! With the holidays approaching, air travel is on the rise. At John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH), we’re predicting the busiest travel days since the start of the pandemic between Tuesday, November 23, and Monday, November 29. Will you be heading to see family and friends? Butter prepare with these stats and tips from CRAA and the Transportation Security Administration (TSA)… Around 155,500
Let the changing leaves inspire a change of scenery. As we head into colder months, think about planning your winter getaway with these exciting new routes out of Columbus. For a complete list of nonstop destinations from John Glenn International (CMH) and the Rickenbacker Passenger Terminal (LCK), visit FlyColumbus.com. Fly Southwest nonstop to Austin, Texas this holiday season during peak travel times (Nov. 23 – 24, 28 – 29; Dec.
Here at CMH, we know that going the extra mile makes a true difference to our passengers. When Vivian traveled recently, she used TSA Cares, a helpline that provides travelers who have disabilities, medical conditions and other special circumstances additional assistance during the security screening process. Upon her arrival, she was met by Kati Cargill, TSA Lead Officer, who made sure Vivian and her service dog made it through the
On March 19, 1964, Geraldine “Jerrie” Mock set out on her record-breaking solo flight around the world. Jerrie Mock’s first flight was when she was just five years old. Although that Ford Trimotor was only in the air for 15 minutes, she fell in love with aviation. She studied aeronautical engineering at The Ohio State University, and in 1945 married her husband, Russell, and began a family. Then, in the
Here at CMH, we know that going the extra mile makes a true difference for our passengers. When travelers on Air Portugal flight 243 had an unexpected stop in Columbus last month, Danny Adams and Victoria Haycock, both from airport operations, and Donna Wiseman, customer experience, stepped up to the plate. “Our flight departed Lisbon, Portugal the evening of August 29 headed to Chicago. We eventually were routed to Columbus
On Friday, July 16, the Columbus Regional Airport Authority celebrated Breeze Airways’ inaugural flight from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to New Orleans, Louisiana. Airport and community officials along with passengers commemorated the occasion with a gate party to welcome the new airline to CMH. The inaugural flight was marked by a ceremonial champagne christening of the aircraft and water cannon salute during takeoff. New Orleans is one of five
A new tradition! Saturday is Juneteenth, and CRAA is joining with many across the country in recognizing this important day as a holiday. Short for June Nineteenth, the day marks the end of slavery in the United States. Although Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation in 1863, enforcement was slow and inconsistent; slavery was still practiced in several places including Texas. Over two years later, in 1865, federal troops arrived
Please note: as COVID-19 restrictions have been lifted over the past two years, we encourage passengers to reach out directly to their airlines for the most up-to-date information as some of what’s below is now outdated. —- Updated May 2021 Make sure you’re prepared for your next journey by following these ABCs of healthy air travel. A is for airline policies. Make sure you are aware of how your airline
The Terminal Hate getting stuck in the airport? Imagine being stuck there for years. At least at CMH you could enjoy our artwork and plentiful outlets and seating. Home Alone The quintessential “I feel like I’m forgetting something” travel movie. Be Beyond Ready for your next trip with these tips. Macaulay Culkin isn’t on the list but lots of other important items are! When Harry Met Sally If you’re sending
