January / February 2010

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A Unified Voice
Ron Kuhlmann explains what makes the Airports Council International (ACI) tick, and reports from its annual conference, held in Kuala Lumpur in November 2009.

In the Shadow of the Jungfrau (inc Travel Spot)
Luigi Vallero visits central Switzerland and the small regional airport of Bern-Belp, which serves the nation’s capital.

Lagoon Drive
Paul Howard takes a look back at some of the aircraft which used to frequent Honolulu’s 'Classic Corner'.

Let's Party! (inc travel spot)
Marco Finelli reports from the Mediterranean ‘hot-spot’ of Ibiza on how its airport is coping with the seasonal influx of party-goers eager for sun, fun and the legendary nightclub scene.

Nightshots
Airport taxiways and parking aprons take on an altogether different appearance after dark Nik French shows how.

Terminal Revolution
Thom Jungermann visits Richmond, Virginia, and is impressed by the recent terminal renovation at the city's international airport.

Italian Heartbreak?
Verona/Villafrance had been experiencing substantial growth until the current financial climate turned sour. Marco Finelli looks at the highs and lows.

Andean Adventure
Matt Falcus travels to Cusco Alejandro Velazco Astete Airport, high up in the Peruvian Andes and gateway to the lost city of Machu Picchu.

Regulars

News
Detailed news coverage from the global airport scene.

Airport Tech When you need a Porter...
Toronto City Airport is home to a flourishing regional carrier – Porter Airlines. Luigi Vallero reports on how it is investing at this convenient small facility.

UK Airport Visitors
Readers’ gallery of some of the more recent interesting aircraft to visit the UK’s airports.

Behind the Scenes - Airport Customer Service?
The passenger's airport experience can have a long-term effect upon whether they choose to use it again. Ron Kuhlmann examines the thorny subject of customer service, and makes some surprising discoveries.

Historic Spot Fiumicino Nostalgia
Following last issue's feature on Rome Fiumicino, we present more historical images from Marco Finelli and Roberto Farina.

Caption Competition
Your chance to win a selection of goodies in our caption competition.

Glossary
A glossary of terms to provide explanations to a number of abbreviations and acronyms which regularly appear in the pages of Airports of the World.

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