Funding Matters

This article originally appeared in the November edition of Your RDU. It is the first of several planned articles on funding.  One of my duties as president and CEO of the Airport Authority is to watch the horizon for challenges that may affect Raleigh-Durham International Airport. The aviation industry is particularly susceptible to challenges. Now, our abilityRead More

‘Tis The Day Before Thanksgiving: 2015 Edition

  An annual tradition from RDU Cruising Altitude and the Communications and Community Affairs staff at the Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority. ‘Tis the day before Thanksgiving at Raleigh-Durham International Airport Nearly 30,000 travelers heading to and fro the country we are happy to report.   Parking spaces by the tens of thousands await turkey flyers inRead More

On the Record: Security at RDU

In light of recent world events, airport security has been much-discussed in local and national news. This is a highly sensitive topic. RDU’s number one priority is to ensure the safety and security of our customers and employees. However, to discuss our procedures publicly would, at the very least, undermine the success of our securityRead More

10 Ways To Be A Super-Savvy Holiday Traveler

More people are flying this holiday season than in years past. Whether you’re already a pro or flying to grandma’s house by air for the very first time, here are 10 tips to ensure you’re a super-savvy holiday traveler.

RDU Offers Annual Holiday Travel Tips

RDU AIRPORT, N.C. –Thanksgiving holiday travel kicks off today at Raleigh-Durham International Airport. More than 265,000 people are expected to travel in and out of RDU today through Mon., Nov. 30. An increase over the 250,000 who traveled through RDU last year during the Thanksgiving holiday travel period. The busiest days will be Tues., Nov.Read More