Have you ever stared out the window of your plane while it’s taxiing to the runway and wondered what in the world all those signs and lines mean out on the airfield? In today’s edition of The Fives, we’re showing you five signs and pavement markings that you’re likely to see.
Category: Blog
Connecting Students From Durham and Japan Through RDU
I’ve worked at RDU for more than 25 years now, and like many employees, I still look up when a plane soars overhead. Some days that is all it takes to remind me of why I love working at the airport. But the days when we connect with the community are the best reminders ofRead More
TSA Pre-check Arrives In March
For months, my friend has been asking me when RDU is going to get the Transportation Security Administration’s Pre-check program at RDU. He’s a road warrior for a Fortune 500 company and logs thousands of miles each year in the air. He travels to Dallas and Los Angeles frequently and enjoys the benefits of theRead More
Exciting New Restaurants Coming To Terminal 1
When our Terminal 1 Modernization Project is complete in early 2014, four exciting new restaurants will join one of everyone’s long-standing favorites. And yes, that favorite is indeed Starbucks. Local, fresh, healthy and family-friendly are words that describe our four new restaurants. And, each features both children’s and breakfast menus. Without further ado, the newRead More
American/U.S. Airways Merger: Impact On RDU
As you probably have heard by now, last week American Airlines and U.S. Airways announced a merger, making them the largest commercial air carrier in the world. Since then, I’ve seen many questions and comments popping up on our social media channels about the impact of the merger here at RDU.



