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Airline growth taking off at CHS
Travelers flying out of Charleston have more choices than ever as airlines add more nonstop routes. Airline officials said they see Charleston as a strong market to launch nonstop service, and airport officials expect more announcements.
Aircraft clips light pole while parking at CHS
A Tame airline flight that was diverted to Charleston International Airport on Monday morning to avoid bad weather in New York had issues while parking the aircraft, stranding passengers in Charleston for a day, the airport said.
Take a look inside the Singapore Airlines 787-10 Dreamliner
Singapore Airlines officials came to get their 787-10 Dreamliner from Boeing S.C. on Sunday. We got a sneak peek of the interior on Monday, but couldn't show you until they had their official unveiling in Singapore. That's all done now.
Boeing computers hit by WannaCry virus
The WannaCry ransomware worm hit Boeing on Wednesday, causing alarm that data would be compromised or jet production equipment would be brought down. The company said the threat has been eliminated, with only a few machines impacted.
American increasing size, capacity of Columbia aircraft
In June, American Airlines will replace its current 76-seat regional jets with 140-seat mainline aircraft on flights between Columbia Metropolitan Airport and its Texas hub, Dallas-Fort Worth.
Boeing delivers 1st 787-10 Dreamliner to Singapore Airlines
Singapore Airlines took ownership of the 787-10 Dreamliner in North Charleston on Sunday, making Singapore the first airline to operate all three Dreamliner derivatives. This delivery marks the first of 49 for the airline.
CAE reports increase in passengers
Columbia Metropolitan Airport has seen a 5.3% increase in air traffic during the first two months of 2018 compared to last year. Nearly 166,000 total passengers used the airport during that time compared to 157,000 in 2017.
Machinists union files petition at Boeing S.C.
The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers is once again trying to unionize workers at Boeing South Carolina.
Passenger traffic at CHS dips in January
Passenger traffic at Charleston International Airport dipped 11.6% in January compared with the year prior, after a snowstorm forced the airport to halt operations for several days. More than 218,700 people flew in and out in January.
Study shows S.C. airports contribute $16.3 billion to state economy
A report from the S.C. Aeronautics Commission found that the state's 57 airports support nearly 123,000 employees. Columbia Metropolitan Airport had a total impact of 6,642 workers, for an overall economic impact of $748 million.
Greenville Downtown Airport lifts local economy
For Greenville, the direct and indirect impact of the Greenville Downtown Airport (GMU) last year included 547 jobs with a payroll of $24.9 million and $68.8 million in economic activity, according to a press release from the airport com
Patriots Point receives $25,000 grant for Flight Academy
American Airlines gave the Patriots Point Development Authority a grant to help develop a new program in the Patriots Point Flight Academy that’s meant to spark an interest in aviation in middle school students.
