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Ohio Real ID

Plan ahead – get your federally compliant Real ID before the deadline

*EDIT: As of December 5, 2022, the REAL ID deadline has been extended to May 7, 2025. Read more about the extension on the Department of Homeland Security’s website. The information in this blog post is still relevant when it comes to acquiring your REAL ID, but please note the date has changed. _____ Time to tackle that dreaded to-do list item: the BMV. Real IDs are going to be

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Thank you to our John Glenn International Airport Ambassadors and Paw Force One teams for delivering warm, welcoming experiences to our passengers. Graphic image.

Thank you, volunteers!

National Volunteer Week, April 17-23, is an opportunity to recognize and thank volunteers for dedicating their time and talents. At John Glenn Columbus International Airport, we’re spending this week thanking our Airport Ambassadors and Paw Force One teams for delivering warm, welcoming experiences to passengers! Our team caught up with a few of them over the past few weeks to get some of their favorite stories, and learn more about

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Donatos back bar at CMH airport terminal

Celebrate National Beer Day!

Thomas Jefferson once said, “Beer, if drank with moderation, softens the temper, cheers the spirit and promotes health.” Thursday, April 7, is National Beer Day, started in 1933 when President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed legislation repealing prohibition and when he famously noted, “I think this would be a good time for a beer.” When at CMH, you can celebrate one of the world’s oldest beverages at many of our concessionaires,

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Joan Dunbar, Hertz employee portrait

Going the extra mile: Joan’s journey to retirement

They say everything comes full circle — for Joan Dunbar, her time with Hertz at John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) really is the epitome of that phrase. In 1982, when Joan began her career with Hertz, the offices were located where the new rental car center now stands. In the years between then and now, Joan moved with Hertz from their original location to the terminal, where the rental

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Jacey Conti, 2021 CRAA employee of the year. Portrait with CMH airfield in the background on cold winter day.

Introducing our 2021 Employee of the Year

Our 2021 Employee of the Year might look a little familiar if you follow us on social media. Jacey Conti, Airport Operations Coordinator, was recently named Employee of the Year for his dedication to our core values — service, teamwork, innovation, trust and respect. He spends most of his time at Rickenbacker International (LCK) but filled in quite a bit at John Glenn International (CMH) to help the Operations team

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Black History Month: Celebrating Ohio’s Black Aviators

This Black History Month, we’re taking a look at Black aviators here in Central Ohio who played a pivotal role in the development of the aviation industry. Read on to learn more about both Lonnie Carmon and the Tuskegee Airmen: Lonnie Carmon Meet Columbus’ first Black aviator, Lonnie Carmon. Carmon was born in Adel, Georgia in 1901, but moved to Columbus, Ohio with his soon-to-be-wife, Mamie, after his father, the

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Boarding soon spring break.

Plan your vacation with 50 destinations from Columbus

Pack your bags! Spring break is just a few short months away and we know you’re ready to book your plane tickets ASAP. Maybe you’re thinking Cancun, South Florida or even New Orleans — we’ve got you covered! Last year, we announced the addition of several new destinations from CMH and LCK. Not only are we connecting with more cities, but we are also excited to see several favorite routes

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Artistic representation of three figures composed of multiple people, symbolizing the unity of CRAA and COTA in combating human trafficking.

Help put an end to modern slavery

Human trafficking is one of the greatest atrocities of the 21st century. With as many as 40.3 million men, women and children sold into prostitution, domestic servitude or other forced labor in dark corners around the globe, it may seem like a problem beyond our borders. But the truth is, it’s happening across America including right here in our community. January is National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month. Over

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Holiday Tree at John Glenn International Airport

You snow the drill: Holiday travel tips you won’t fir-get

‘Tis the season! Do you hear what I hear? Our passengers are in our airports, ready for holiday travel! City sidewalks, busy sidewalks, dressed in holiday style Thanksgiving this year saw travel numbers like we haven’t seen in a while, and the winter holidays are showing more of the same. Face unafraid the plans that you’ve made… whether you’re walking in a winter wonderland or not Whether you’re heading home,

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Commercial airplane flying over a field of vibrant yellow daises and a bright blue sky background.

Think Spring — new routes are now boarding!

Spring break is around the corner! Let these recently launched routes inspire your next getaway: Now boarding Check out these recently returned routes out of CMH! Boarding soon Be the first to book these destinations launching soon! Take a look at the full list of our nonstop routes from Columbus to pick your next destination!

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