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@airportguide
Airport Guide now has terminal maps for over 300 major worldwide airports. You can see them on the Maps page for any major airport. Just click on the Green pulldown bar to find the page. An example can be seen at http://airportguide.com/airport/maps/LAX
In the future, a single page listing all terminal maps will be posted. Stay tuned!
The first app for iPhone and iPad, developed by Airport Guide, is here and aptly named Airport Guide for Pilots in the iTunes App Store.
Unlike other apps, Airport Guide for Pilots is designed by and for pilots to aid in flight planning by answering questions such as
"what airport has a paved runway at least 4000 feet long, above 3000 feet MSL, in the state of California, and between 100 and 150 miles of Los Angeles." ....
Read more detailed information at http://airportguide.com/mobile_apps.php
OR
Click here to download this free app from the App Store.
URLs Simplified on AirportGuide.com
A heads up for everyone. After years of procrastination, the URL structure has been completely changed on the site. Unfortunately, if you have bookmarks into any of those long URLs (approx. 600K pages), they may take you to the page not found page on the site. I looked at a way to minimize this reindexing of the site but just decided there was no easy way to do it with that many pages. Just know that the site is continuing to improve on a daily basis and this indexing issue is only temporary.
Here is an example of what was done. Say you wanted to see the Flight Arrivals for Brisbane airport in Australia. The old link looked like this:
http://airportguide.com/airport/Australia/Queensland/Brisbane-YBBN-BNE/flight_arrivals.php
That's a lot of characters and not that easy for the user to remember. The new URL looks like the following:
http://airportguide.com/airport/flight_arrivals/BNE
This structure will allow you to type directly into the URL to get to a page you want. Say you wanted runway information for LAX airport in Los Angeles. Without even looking, I can tell you it is
http://airportguide.com/airport/runway/LAX
The new structure follows this general pattern
http://airportguide.com/airport/name from list below/airport code
Airport name list to use in URL above with a description:
airlines - Airlines that serve the airport
comm - Communication Frequencies
delays - Airport delays
destination_guide - Things to do in the area
fbo - Fixed Based Operators at the airport
flight_arrivals
flight_departures
ground_transportation - Car rentals, buses, trains
hotels - Hotels near the airport
iap - Instrument Approach Procedures
info - General info about the airport
maps - Google maps, Airport Diagrams, Terminal Maps
navaid - Navaids near the airport
notam - NOTice To Airmen
ratings_reviews - Star ratings and user reviews
remarks - General airport remarks
runway - Runway information
weather - Local airport weather and forecast
The airport code is the IATA ID you see on your airline tickets. If there is no IATA ID then use the ICAO ID. This is the 4-letter ID issued by the ICAO for airports around the world. If there is no ICAO ID then use the local ID which can be the FAA ID in the US, TC ID in Canada, etc. For very small airports, AirportGuide.com uses its own ID since no others exist. In this case just search on the site for the airport and you will now have the ID for future use.
If you have any questions please ask.
Mike
Took a flight on a B-17 out of Zamperini Field (KTOA) in Torrance, CA!!! What a rush that was. We had to take off sitting on the floor with these old seat belts due to FAA regulations. As soon as the plane lifted off we were free to explore the plane. The 2 highlights of this flight were:
1) Standing in the radio room with my head sticking out of the plane and taking that picture looking back at the tail on climb out and
2) Climbing on all fours underneath the pilots into the bombardier station in the nose of the plane and looking through the Norden bombsight. You are sitting in this glass bubble in front of the plane and the visibility is amazing.
I highly recommend this to everyone. It’s a bit pricy but it is these funds that helps pay for the restoration and keep the planes flying. You can get more information at the Collings Foundation.
“Cool and unsafe are not the same, says Eric Zipkin, President of Tradewind Aviation. “Mutually exclusive in fact.” He’s referring to the famed landing at the airport in St. Barth, a 650-meter (2100 foot) runway welcoming visitors to the island. "There's no doubt about it, it looks cool," he says. "It restores the romance of flying, something that has been lost in air travel. You're in a small plane, you can see the pilots, and there is a lot of flying going on in the last minutes of the day. Yet contrary to all the chaff found on the Internet, he also says it’s just as safe as any other landing in the Caribbean, or the world for that matter. The reason: a versatile aircraft that’s truly perfect for the job. Tradewind flies the Pilatus PC-12 to St. Barth, scheduled from San Juan, Puerto Rico, Antigua, St Thomas, and private from points farther away—"we eliminate the immigration rigmarole in St. Maarten," he says. (St. Maarten was traditionally considered the main gateway to St. Barth.) "It's the plane for the mission," says Zipkin, referring to St. Barth's short-field runway and distinctive landing: A steep glide (the angle depends on the wind) in order to clear the notch in the 150-foot hill right behind the runway, a quick down-slope flight at about 10 feet above ground, then a sharp pull-up and touch down. Zipkin trains Tradewind St. Barth pilots himself: two days of ground training and five-to-10 hours of flight training. "St. Barth is not a carrier landing," he says, contradicting a phrase common on the Internet. The PC-12 is designed for just such challenges. In fact, it was designed for challenges far more taxing than landing on St. Barth—like North Slope oil fields and southern African game lodges, with all of their attendant drawbacks (extreme weather, maintenance hours away). In comparison, the Tradewind itinerary is a breeze. What’s more, despite needing only one pilot on the PC-12, Tradewind uses two pilots on all of its flights. This not only allows pilots to cross-check each other, it also gives the pilot not flying the route a chance to service the cabin. The PC-12 is equipped with a wing that produces a great deal of lift, meaning it is meant to land at low speeds, an advantage in St. Barth. "Close to the ground the PC-12 is operating at highway speeds," says Zipkin. It also gets off a short-field runway quickly. "St. Barth does not take super-human flying skills," Zipkin says—referring to the sensationalist Internet videos about the landing—and says that one of the biggest challenges for a pilot is managing the distraction of tourists who gather on the hill crest to watch the landing. If you go, you'll probably end up on the hill at least once, too. It's part of the island's romance, and unlike almost everything else on St. Barth, the thrill is free.
A nice article about landing at St. Barthelemy from Gary Walther of Tradewinds Aviation. http://blog.flytradewind.com/news/aviation/a-pilots-perspective-landing-on-st-barth
Corsair
The F4U Corsair is one of the greatest planes of WWII. You have to love those wings!
The longest flight delay of my life and five tips to make sure you will be more prepared than I was.
It’s 2007 and I am attempting to fly from Cape Town to New York City. I am quite a punctual person and a stickler for rules too. You want me there three hours before my international flight? Sure, no problem. So here I am, 3pm on a Thursday, standing in a line to check-in for my 6pm flight to JFK. I am third in line, and realize that I have not moved in fifteen minutes. An airport employee makes an announcement “Ladies and gentlemen, I am sorry to inform you that we are facing some technical difficulties with our system. Please be patient while we try to fix the problem”.
Three hours later the problem is fixed. I check in my bags. My flight has obviously been delayed at this point. As I am about to exit immigration I see that our flight has now been delayed further, with a boarding time of 8:25pm. I approach an airport employee, asking for information. Apparently there has been a fault with the engine. Okay, fair. I would rather they realize this beforehand, and sort out the problem. A few hours later the engine fault is fixed. But now the pilot has been awake for too long, and cannot legally fly. We need a new pilot. It is now close to midnight. After some more time waiting, we are herded into a shuttle bus and taken to a nearby hotel for a few hours of sleep. Back to the airport Friday morning at 7am. More delays. More waiting. We finally leave at 10am.
Any delay can be a frustration, and I was especially frustrated and bored through all the waiting. I had planned to sleep through the flight, and maybe watch a couple of movies on the plane. I had not prepared myself for hours of waiting. Now I always make sure that I am prepared. Here are my top tips for making delays bearable.
Comfort
Make sure you have a spare change of clothing. Nothing is worse than having to sit in the same sweaty clothes for longer than needed. If you have not already, invest in a decent travelling pillow. It makes all the difference for your neck!
Practicalities
If you have someone waiting for you at your destination, contact them to let them know that you are facing delays. It may seem obvious, but in all the rush and chaos of plans changing, this is something that can easily be overlooked. Also, make sure that you have enough local currency or a reliable bank card that will work. While airlines often provide meal vouchers during long delays, they are not legally obliged to do so. Therefore, it’s always good to have your own supply of cash on hand.
Entertainment
So this is the most important thing. You are going to be somewhere between mildly and severely angry about your delay, depending on your tolerance for plans to change. You need to have an arsenal of options for entertainment. Luckily most airports supply you with at least some free Wi-Fi access. If you run out of your free Wi-Fi, go have a coffee at a restaurant. You’ll probably need the caffeine, and most restaurants at airports will have their Wi-Fi that you are free to use as a customer. So now that you have internet connection, your options are open! For me the best thing to do is find something online that you can become super engrossed in. You want to forget about the delay and let time whizz by. My personal favorites include cat videos, and some super cool online slots games. And the best part is that you can play these from your mobile phone! So if you’re not travelling with your laptop, you can still have some fun!
American pilot smiles for a photo taken, probably, by his flying instructor during biplane training flights right before the US joined World War I.
I just thought you all would like this picture. At this point the airplane was maybe 10 years old??? Look at how far we’ve advanced in this time.
(via 'Pilot Getaways' Editor in Chief John Kounis dies - AOPA)
It is with great sadness to report that John Kounis, editor of Pilot Getaways magazine, has died at the age of 51. We have fond memories of John and his brother George as they peddled the streets trying to get subscriptions to their new magazine. Airport Guide holds the honored distinction of being their first advertiser.
R.I.P. John
Airmail in the Early Days
All over the USA, Seventy foot concrete arrows can be found in remote locations. Follow them, and they’ll point you out of the desert. They come courtesy of the US Postal Service’s Air Force and will point you all the way across the continental United States. They were constructed in 1924 to guide postal planes in the right direction as they carried mail from coast to coast. These old planes couldn’t rely on radio as much at the time, so they used these arrows, along with beacon towers, to navigate. The arrows and beacons bisect the United States from San Francisco to New York City. The towers were 50 feet tall and fixed with gas lights that could be seen from 10 miles away, in order to help lost pilots find their way. This is a model of the arrows and towers in their heyday. World War II brought new advances in radio technology effectively making the towers and arrows system obsolete. The towers were mostly dismantled. There has been an effort to restore and preserve some of them, however. Like this one in New Mexico complete with its generator shack. This is a pretty cool piece of history, even if it was short lived. To think of those early postal pilots navigating like this from coast to coast is mind blowing.
Flight Visualization over Europe Video
This data visualization was created from real flight data. It shows the air traffic which flies on a typical summer day and highlights the intensity of the operation in Europe - an operation which runs 24x7x365.
New Orleans Summertime Blues? Try These Vacation Destinations
Summertime is full of barbecues, shorts and river walks. New Orleans is an exciting city this time of year. Everyone seems to have summer fever and is out and about. The only problem is that hot, sticky New Orleans summer weather! You might enjoy this year’s steamy months a little better if you took a break. A cost-conscious, fun-filled vacation is just the ticket if you want a month, week or even a long weekend away from The Big Easy.
The Everglades
Enjoy fishing, boating, hiking, eating and drinking in one of the most unique locations. Stay in Florida City’s Everglades International Hostel and enjoy breezy accommodations at great rates: dorm beds are $28 per person, and a group of six can book a private room with bathroom for $168, according to evergladeshostel.com. They can set you up with tours for any time of day. Prepare to share space with gators the size of tanks and heavy-artillery mosquitoes … it’s all part of the fun! Photo by Bogeskov via Flickr
Europe
Although it might seem like an ambitious goal, seeing 10 or even 20 countries in a summer is completely doable, as long as you know where the deals are. A Eurail pass for up to 3 months starts at $494, according to eurail.com. Save by staying in hostels and eating cheaply at markets and street stalls instead of restaurants. One of the best sites to check the cheapest flight deals is Skyscanner.com. Round-trip flights from New Orleans to the U.K. start around $1300. Photo by Terrazzo via Flickr
Charlotte, North Carolina
So you can’t be Katniss Everdeen, but you can at least travel to the state where much of "The Hunger Games" was filmed. Take a day trip to the ghost town of Henry River, where several District 12 scenes were set or catch a show at the Knight Theater, also a filming location, according to romanticasheville.com. Looking for adrenaline boosters? Check out the Charlotte Motor Speedway. Photo by James Willamor via Flickr
Carnival Dream Cruise
Set sail on the high seas with a cruise through Carnival Dream. Their all-inclusive packages include 24-hour room service and multiple dining options, among them a coffee bar, steakhouse, chef’s table and tasting bar. Entertainment doesn’t lack, either. Packages come with a comedy brunch, access to the art gallery, “dive-in” movies, concerts and an Internet café. If you have a sweet tooth, don’t forget the candy shop. And when you’re done there, head to a yoga or Pilates classes to work off the extra calories before hitting the pool. Depending on your room choice, cruises can cost as little as $40 per night, according to carnival.com. There are cruises departing from the Port of New Orleans year-round. Photo by El coleccionista de instantes A quick word of advice: When traveling a lot, protect your identity with security measures while dealing with money or personal information. According to Lifelock, in 2011 there were more than 11 million victims of identity fraud. According to usa.gov, must-dos include keeping receipts or tearing them up, shielding your PIN with your hand while at ATMS and storing personal information in a safe place.
Packing List For Your Next Trip
Hi everyone, I came across this great packing list that you can use to help you get ready for your next trip. Click here to download the packing list.
New Server Installed
Hi everyone, Let me first apologize for the downtime on July 29; chalk it up to growing pains. Airport Guide has been growing so quickly that we outgrew our old shared server and were required to upgrade to a dedicated server. There were a few hiccups with migrating to the new server which resulted in being offline for most of the day but those should all be behind us now. This new server is running on a T3 connection with a lot of RAM and SSD hard drives. So what does this mean for you? Speed and Performance Enjoy!
Small Town USA Day Trippin' Itinerary
When planning your next vacation, thoughts of New York City or Los Angeles often jump to the top of the list. While these large cities are popular destinations, visiting a small town often provides a better vacation experience. America’s small towns are its treasures, offering more affordable prices and unique experiences lacking in many bigger cities. Head off of the beaten tourist track to find charming small towns with plenty of sites to see. Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin (Wisconsin Dells Hotels) At first glance, Wisconsin might not seem like the most obvious state for a water park mecca. However, Wisconsin Dells (population 2,678) draws millions of tourists each year to its world-class resorts. Dells.com reports that Wisconsin Dells offers a variety of adventurous activities, including zip lines, fishing, spelunking, or jet skiing. One of the primary attractions in the town is Noah’s Ark, the largest water park in the United States. Although summer is peak season, off-peak visitors often find lower prices and can enjoy the Kalahari Resort, one of the largest indoor water parks in America. Taos, New Mexico (Taos Hotels) Anyone interested in early American history or different cultures is sure to enjoy Taos, New Mexico. The town of 5,716 is located in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains in north-central New Mexico, providing stunning natural beauty. One of the main attractions is the Taos Pueblo, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the oldest continuously inhabited community in the United States, reports Taos.org. Taos is an excellent place to learn more about the culture and customs of Native Americans in the Southwest. While you would think the desert would be sweltering in the summer months, the 7,000-foot elevation of Taos keeps it a cooler, pleasant place to visit year-round. Camden, Maine (Camden Hotels) If the sea is calling you, Camden, Maine, is the perfect destination. With just 4,850 year-round residents, Camden offers classic maritime charm. Many visitors come to Camden to stroll its beautiful streets, enjoy local art galleries and spend time sailing, according to Lonely Planet. Its close proximity to a state park provides opportunities to hike and camp. Prices rise in the summer months as visitors flock to Midcoast Maine. Visiting in the spring or autumn months brings gorgeous weather, fewer crowds, and more affordable prices. Jackson Hole, Wyoming (Jackson Hole Hotels) Many tourists pass through Jackson Hole, Wyoming, without spending time to take in its natural beauty. The town of 8,647 is found in west-central Wyoming near the Idaho border. In addition to being a natural jumping-off point to visit Grand Teton or Yellowstone National Parks, Jackson Hole is a tourist destination in its own right. The Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce recommends staying in a mountain lodge to enjoy white-water rafting, hiking, and world-class skiing. Gulf Shores, Alabama (Gulf Shores Hotels) If a beach getaway is your idea of a relaxation vacation, Gulf Shores, Alabama, is a fantastic option. Home to about 5,000 people, Gulf Shores offers some of the best quality public beaches in the United States, reports GulfShoresAL.gov. With recent tourism disruptions due to hurricanes and the BP oil spill in 2010, look for discounted prices at local resorts. No matter what your idea of the perfect vacation, small town America is prepared to deliver. Although smaller towns may lack hot nightclubs or five-star restaurants, the smaller crowds and relaxed pace make them excellent choices for your next getaway.
11,000 Airports Added
It has been a while but we have been working hard over here. We have recently added approximately 11,000 new landing facilities (airports, heliports, seaplane bases, etc.) to Airport Guide making this the world's largest airport database at over 45,000 airports.
Tips on Hiring Taxis at Airports
After a long and tiring flight, the last thing you want to worry about is the possibility of being defrauded by greedy, illegal and unscrupulous taxi drivers. Airports in unfamiliar countries are often vast and confusing places, even for seasoned travelers. It's wise to learn as much about the value of the currency as possible, so look online to check the latest exchange rates and try to become familiar with the terminology. Looking after your spending money will obviously be one of your main priorities as a traveller, after securing your most affordable airfare, and sourcing the best possible accommodation for your money. Groups of persistently hustling taxi drivers are to be found at all busy places, even at the world's best airports and the most secured ones. It's a good idea to avoid them at all costs, for your personal safety. Ask airport officials for location of the main taxi ranks. At Miami, for example, official advice is to find a taxi cab that is clearly marked with the words "taxi" or "taxicab" prominently displayed on both sides of the vehicle. The licence number must also be clearly visible in at least six locations within the car, as should the driver's identification documents. This advice is valid for taxis in most cities, in the west. Knowledge is power. It's a good idea to prepare for the trip by reading accounts on popular travel websites, where other people review and write about their experiences. They can provide you with a wealth of useful information, such as how much to expect to pay for your journey. Most taxi firms are metered, although sometimes it can be a good idea to agree a flat rate at the start of your journey if it is some distance. Make sure you have plenty of cash in the local currency as your driver will find it annoying if you don't have any, and you will find it stressful. Be polite and don't forget to give a tip if you think he or she has done a good job. How much will depend on the location, but between five and ten percent should be adequate. Lastly, relax and enjoy your stay!
