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Professor Touts ‘Pay-As-You-Weigh’ Model For Airline Tickets

In an exploratory analysis, Dr. Bharat P Bhatta writes that the so-called pay-as-you-weigh model can be “technically and economically feasible.”

2013/03/27

New Jersey DOT Commissioner James Simpson makes announcement on Pulaski Skyway rehabilitation project Jan. 10, 2013 (credit: Monica Miller/WCBS 880)

NYC-Bound Lanes Of Pulaski Skyway To Be Shut Down For 2 Years Beginning In 2014

The billion-dollar rehab project to upgrade the 80-year-old span will begin following the 2014 Super Bowl at Met Life Stadium.

2013/01/10

United Airlines jets

It’s Not Just Cars, Generators — Now Jet Fuel Is Becoming A Concern

Fears of a jet fuel shortage at New York’s airports have led some airlines to take the unusual — and costly — step of putting extra fuel on planes.

2012/11/02

Newark Liberty International Airport (credit: Chris Hondros/Getty Images)

Internal TSA Audit Unveils ‘Big Problem’ With Newark Airport Security Measures

An internal audit by the agency found screeners got failing grades when it came to properly patting down passengers and confiscating prohibited items.

2012/10/08

United Airlines Counter (file/credit: Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)

Second United Flight Makes Emergency Landing At Newark Airport

United Flight 409 bound for Seattle had to turn back Saturday morning after reports of possible smoke in the cabin and cockpit, according to the Federal Aviation Administration.

2012/08/19

United Flight 96 (credit: CBS 2)

United Airlines Flight Makes Emergency Landing At Newark Airport

The plane blew tire on take-off, possibly sending debris into the engine. The pilot realized something was wrong right away and was in radio contact with the control tower. There were 173 people on board. No injuries were reported.

2012/08/19

Newark Airport Control Tower (DOUG KANTER/AFP/Getty Images)

Smoke Reported In Elevator Shaft Of Newark Airport Air Traffic Control Tower

Air traffic controllers have been moved to an alternate site and will continue to handle traffic until the issue is resolved, the Federal Aviation Administration said in a statement.

2012/07/10

Bimbo Olumuyiwa Oyewoleknown (credit: CBS 2)

Port Authority Considers New Airport Security Firm After Newark ID Theft Incident

Port Authority Executive Director Patrick Foye said he will solicit proposals for companies to provide security at its facilities, including the airport.

2012/05/22

Planes At LaGuardia Airport (credit: Spencer Platt/Getty Images News)

LaGuardia Airport Named The Worst In The Nation By Travel & Leisure Magazine

The survey found LaGuardia Airport is by far the worst when it comes to check-in and security processes, baggage handling, providing Wi-Fi, staff communication, design and cleanliness.

2012/05/02

(credit: blog.tsa.gov)

Landmine Casings Packed With Shrapnel Found In Woman’s Suitcase At Newark Airport

While the passenger wasn’t allowed to board with the devices, she was allowed to rebook her trip to San Francisco after missing her original flight.

2012/05/01

Planes At LaGuardia Airport (credit: Spencer Platt/Getty Images News)

Port Authority Considers Fining Disruptive Passengers Over Flight Delays

The agency said it won’t hesitate to go after anyone who causes a take-off delay at any of the Tri-State Area’s three major airports.

2012/03/26

TSA Screener John Deschamp (credit: Marla Diamond/WCBS 880)

TSA Screener Turns In $5,000 He Found On Floor At Newark Airport

Transportation Security Administration screener John Deschamp said he found a wad of cash totaling $5,000 last month at Newark Liberty Airport.

2012/01/11

Lori Berenson arrives at Newark Liberty Airport on Dec. 20, 2011 (credit: Paul Murnane/WCBS 880)

Paroled American Lori Berenson Back In U.S., Plans To Spend Holidays In NYC

Lori Berenson arrived in the United States Tuesday morning for her first visit home since Peruvian authorities arrested her in 1995.

2011/12/20

The TSA says these grenades were discovered in a Belgium-bound passenger's bag at Newark Liberty Airport. (credit: TSA)

TSA: 5 Grenades Discovered In Passenger’s Bag At Newark Liberty Airport

The TSA said that the Belgium-bound passenger surrendered her items to officials and that there was no impact to airport operations.

2011/12/05

Advanced Imaging Technology unit at John F. Kennedy International Airport's Terminal 8.  (Photo by Michael Nagle/Getty Images)

New Study Raises Concerns Over Full Body Scanners At Airports

A new study is raising concerns about the health risks of full body X-ray scanners as some 23 million people are expected to take to airports across the country next week for Thanksgiving.

2011/11/18

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