ILM to get full-body scanners
Date: 2/3/2012
By the summer, the Wilmington International Airport should have advanced imaging technology full-body scanners.
The machines have drawn widespread scrutiny as they have been rolled out at airports nationwide. Many passengers complained the scanners would violate their privacy, and the American Civil Liberties Union called the technology a "virtual strip search."
At ILM, though, the advanced imaging technology will include new software that shows a generic outline of a person's body, said Airport Director Jon Rosborough. He likened the new images to the stick figure outlines on the outside of a bathroom door.
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US Airways finishes adding first-class seating to small jets
Date: 1/10/2012
US Airways announced recently the addition of first-class seating to their fleet of small regional jets. For complete article, click here.
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Delta to take over ILM to NY flights this summer
Date: 12/25/2011
Wilmington International Airport's nonstop flights to New York City's LaGuardia Airport are no longer in jeopardy, confirmed airport director Jon Rosborough . . . For complete article, click here.
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TSA helpline caters to fliers' medical needs
Date: 12/23/2011
The Transportation Security Administration has launched its "TSA Cares" helpline. The agency says the toll-free number is designed to assist travelers with disabilities and medical conditions before they head to the airport. Passengers can call the number (1-855-787-2227) prior to traveling to ask questions about screening policies, procedures and what to expect at security checkpoints. For the complete article, click here.
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Shoe Shine Service Now Available
Date: 9/14/2011
Anthony Nixon talks about his shoe-shine business . . .
When Anthony Nixon dresses for work in the morning, he pays special attention to his shoes.
They have to be pristine and immaculately shined and buffed – so slick they almost look wet. And perhaps most importantly, they have to be dressy.
"If I wear sneakers," Nixon said, "I'm not going to have a good day."
As the owner of Nix-On Shine, the recently-opened shoe-shine business by the passenger boarding area at the Wilmington International Airport, Nixon, 46, knows a thing or two about podiatric presentation.
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Nonstop flights from ILM to Washington DC begin this spring
Date: 3/10/2011
Nonstop flights from ILM to Washington DC begin this spring.
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NOTICE TO SURFERS . . .
Date: 2/3/2011
If you plan to take your surfboard on your next trip from ILM, you should be aware of the following:
ASA Delta does not accept surfboards as checked baggage on any flight out of ILM.
US Airways accepts surfboards only on certain flights. So when booking travel with US Airways, let them know you will be checking a surfboard.
Allegiant Air accepts surfboards as checked baggage on all Allegiant flights from ILM.
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Wilmington Int'l sets passenger record in 2010
Date: 1/13/2011
Now it’s official.
Spurred on by its busiest December ever despite some wintry weather along the East Coast playing havoc on flight schedules, the Wilmington International Airport flew past the old mark and set a new passenger record for 2010.
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Airport gives thanks after record-setting Thanksgiving
Date: 12/6/2010
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Wilmington Int’l Airport sets another passenger record
Date: 11/10/2010
Airport has record month!
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Airport registers record month
Date: 10/10/2010
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Wilmington Airport Featured in American Executive Magazine
Date: 10/1/2010
Flying High
Focusing on customer service and upgrading facilities has this airport ready to fly high, according to John Rosborough.
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