AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoAviation Deal: The Philippines and Iceland signed an initial air services agreement, paving the way for at least seven flights per week for passenger and cargo between the two countries. Transit & Airports: MARTA will raise long-term parking rates and cut the free period at several Atlanta-area stations starting Sept. 14, aiming to fund upgrades and security. Public Transport Planning: Rhode Island’s RIPTA board voted to move ahead with a new Providence bus hub near the Amtrak station, replacing the aging Kennedy Plaza setup. AAM & Tech Pilots: Israel’s Ben-Gurion Airport launched a live technology trial program (RUNWAY 2-6) inviting startups to test security and operations tech with real passengers. Infrastructure Funding: Midland International Air & Space Port won a $21.5M FAA grant for runway rehabilitation as part of a broader U.S. airport investment package. Regulation & Safety: Malaysia’s civil aviation authority issued new fitness-for-duty and anti–alcohol/drug misuse rules, including 100% drug testing for active flight and cabin crew within set timelines. Global Mobility: Google and the UK are testing flight-path changes to reduce aviation climate impact via contrail-avoidance trials.
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