What's Behind the Delays at Austin's Airport and What's Being Done to Help

Lots of turbulence as airport rebounds from COVID lows

"...and from our city were delayed at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS), as they often are, but for a new..."

July 8, 2022 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Texas String Assembly Bassist Barred From In-Airport Performance Because His Name Matched “Known Terrorist”

Momin Ahmad was denied entry by TSA

"...Texas String Assembly canceled their performance at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport’s in-terminal South by Southwest showcase Monday when bassist Momin..."

March 12, 2024 Music Post by Carys Anderson

Austin Airport Agrees to a Massive Settlement to Get Its Expansion Underway

Bye bye South Terminal

"...that operates the South Terminal at the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) just won a massive $88 million settlement from..."

June 1, 2023 News Post by Maggie Quinlan

Austin Airport Gets First Modernized Tower Simulation System in America

After near misses, congressman calls it a “modest” step

"...The Austin-Bergstrom International Airport has received the nation’s first modernized Tower Simulation System,..."

Jan. 30, 2024 News Post by Naina Srivastava

Austin Airport Back up to Speed

Post-flood repairs complete at ABIA, in time for Thanksgiving

"...to be thankful: As of yesterday Austin Bergstrom International Airport is running at normal levels after the Federal Aviation..."

Nov. 18, 2015 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Your Mom's Burgers on Airport is Closed

Owners of popular local Asian chain will bring new concept to space

"...sold the last of their Your Mom's Burgers (5001 Airport) outlets, transferring the business and lease to the husband..."

May 21, 2014 Food Post by Virginia B. Wood

New Food Incubator Opening on Airport Boulevard

And the folks behind Fil ’n Viet are the first ones there

"...rotate culinary talent every six months. Located at 5001 Airport Blvd., the platform is “where culinary creatives can test,..."

Nov. 8, 2023 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Can the Austin Airport Speed Up Its Sorely Needed Expansion?

Explosive growth and understaffing lead to long lines and near-misses

"...travel budget, and passenger traffic at the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport – now known as AUS – increased 25% from..."

May 24, 2024 News Feature by Lina Fisher

Reinventing Airport Boulevard

Can 'form-based zoning' transform a suburban drag into walkable neighborhoods?

"...Drive Airport Boulevard from Lamar to I-35 – trying to see..."

Jan. 8, 2010 News Feature by Katherine Gregor

Near Misses at Austin Airport Stem From Nationwide Issues

Controller scheduling and staffing shortages have led to trouble at AUS

"...preponderance of near misses not just at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport but at airports around the country, due to a..."

Oct. 20, 2023 News Feature by Lina Fisher

Austin's Airport Art Program Makes Every Flight a Trip to the Gallery

Got some time at AUS? There's many distractions in plane sight.

"...know what there’s a lot of at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport? Art. In diversity of form, in sheer amount, in..."

Sept. 2, 2022 Arts Feature by Wayne Alan Brenner

Airport Concession Workers Win $25 Minimum Wage

While Hyatt workers still struggle for $20

"...After months of fighting for higher pay, airport concession workers employed by Delaware North announced a victory..."

Oct. 4, 2024 News Feature by Lina Fisher

Unionized Workers at Airport Businesses Could Strike Next Month

Meanwhile, Hyatt employees claim retaliation over unionizing

"...located across from gate 16 at the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. “I had to tell them we can’t go because..."

Aug. 2, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Can the Airport Keep Up With Austin’s Boom?

AUS (aka ABIA) keeps making headlines whether it wants to or not

"...Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, which would like us to call it AUS and..."

April 22, 2022 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Our Favorite Spots to Eat and Drink at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport

ABIA serves up live music, craft cocktails, and beloved local restaurant fare

"...Austin-Bergstrom International Airport echoes the city's desire to champion local businesses by..."

March 8, 2019 Food Feature by Jessika Roth

1995-96 City Budget: Aviation Department Airport Revenues Taking Off

"...as Peter Rieck, economic development manager at Robert Mueller Airport, points out, "The Department of Aviation is an enterprise..."

Aug. 18, 1995 News Feature

Austin Airport Keeps Growing

ABIA plans on adding new gates to meet demand

"...misery. Yet, in a year when Austin Bergstrom International Airport looks set to host more people than it was..."

Dec. 25, 2015 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Amid Near-Miss Crisis, City Fast-Tracks Safety Tech at Airport

Meanwhile Reps. Doggett and Casar urge federal action

"...rebound in flight traffic after the pandemic, Austin-Bergstrom International Airport's (AUS) February near-miss involving a FedEx plane that could..."

Nov. 17, 2023 News Feature by Lina Fisher

Toy Joy to Move Airport Location to Burnet Road

... and they're bringing candy!

"...was already hanging over the Toy Joy location on Airport, while the trademark yowling head of Otto, their black..."

June 15, 2023 Arts Post by Richard Whittaker

No End in Sight to Endless Lines at Austin's Airport

Chaos at AUS

"...even trying to sugarcoat it anymore: "As Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) prepares for a record-breaking summer, passengers flying out..."

May 27, 2022 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Cluck-N-Burger Gives Food Truck Vibes at Its Airport Boulevard Location

Fried chicken to wedge salad at this cool new neighborhood eatery

"...visit is warranted, especially since the space at 5111 Airport Boulevard has proven challenging for some restaurants, despite the..."

Dec. 6, 2019 Food Feature by Melanie Haupt

Sweet Ritual Expands Its Thriving Vegan Ice Cream Location on Airport

Bigger and better from the ground up

"...Raley, co-owner of the newly expanded Sweet Ritual on Airport Boulevard, "we said we'd grow out of this facility..."

Jan. 18, 2019 Food Feature by Wayne Alan Brenner

The Good Eye: Airport Couture

December 27, 2013. 16 photos.

"...dark gray leather with rounded toes, cushioned soles, and airport-friendly rubber traction - plus a cute back seam and..."

Dec. 27, 2013 Photo Gallery

'Chronicle' Disappearing Act at Airport

Chronicle trashed in dispute between workers and food franchise operator

"...operates many of the food franchises at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, have accused the firm of being prickly about criticism...."

April 30, 2010 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Airport Boulevard Station and Mueller Airport Redevelopment Project

"...The new Austin International Airport at Bergstrom opens in 1999, leaving over 700 acres..."

Nov. 28, 1997 News Feature

Airport Woes All Figured Out

"...Editor, Cover article on May 24 is about Austin-Bergstrom Airport, AUS ["Can the Austin Airport Speed Up Its Sorely..."

May 28, 2024 Postmarks

Austin Jailer Breaks Elderly Deaf Woman’s Arm After Misunderstanding at Airport

After three days in jail with only Aleve as treatment, she has received surgery

"...supposed to be a three-hour layover at Austin-Berg­strom International Airport turned into an arrest, a weekend in the Travis..."

March 24, 2023 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

A Secure Platform for the Rights of Airport Workers

With a new concessions contract looming, airport workers introduce a platform for employee rights

"...Three weeks ago, 70 concessions workers at Austin-Berg­strom International Airport held a press conference, organized by the Unite Here..."

Nov. 18, 2016 News Feature by Joseph Caterine

Time to Rename Airport Boulevard

"...Isn't it about time we changed the name of Airport Boulevard? The name doesn't make sense any more –..."

April 12, 2005 Postmarks

Lazarus Opens on Airport, J-Prime Opens Downtown, Old Thousand and JewBoy Bring the Holiday Fusion, Chanukah Gets the Haute Cuisine, and Everything Is Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas

All the news that’s fit to get your taste buds quivering

"...award-winning Lazarus Brewing Co. is now open at 4803 Airport and ready to flood your palate with their excellent..."

Nov. 30, 2022 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

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