My office neighbor, Anna Williams, director of the public policy consulting firm, Perspectio, just got back from a business trip to Nigeria and was kind enough to snap some photos of the Abuja Airport- Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport – on her way.

“There honestly was not a lot to take photos of,” she said, “The were two of areas with these fake plants that were spaces with unclear purposes. Are you supposed to stand in the middle and take your photo?”

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After running a test of the program in several cities, American Airlines has decided to make is official:

Passengers traveling with just one small carry-on that will fit under the seat in front of them will now be allowed to board earlier than other customers – before Group 2.

The program was tested in Austin, Baltimore, Denver, Fort Lauderdale, Kansas City, Mo.,Minneapolis-St. Paul, and Washington-Dulles and the airline expects this new policy to speed up average boarding times.

No doubt it also expects to hear some whining from customers in Group 2 who will now  have to board a bit later in the process.

Categories: Baggage

Two good bits of news on the airport amenities front:

In September, a GoodLife Fitness Club will open in Terminal 1 at Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) offering cardiovascular equipment, strength training equipment and free weights as well as luggage storage, a lounge area with massage chairs, towel service and changing rooms with showers and lockers. No word yet on what it will cost to use the club, but workout clothing will be available for purchase for those who get inspired by the layout.

And fans of fast, free Wi-Fi at airports will soon be much happier when spending time at Detroit Metro Airport (DTW).

Advanced Wireless Group is replacing Boingo at DTW and by September will install a much speedier Wi-Fi system that will be free to use if you’re willing to watch a 30-second advertisement once every 45 minutes.

The current system offers only 30 minutes of free Wi-Fi access to travelers willing to watch a 30-second video ad.

Categories: free Wi-Fi, Layover, Wi-Fi

The 36th annual Atlanta Jazz Festival kicks takes place Memorial Day weekend, May 25-27, but before that happens, the 12th annual Jazz in the Atrium series will be giving travelers a preview in the domestic terminal at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.

The Moonlight Jazz Trio will perform at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport during the Jazz in the Atrium series.

The two-week program kicked off Monday night and features performances by local artists from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. each weekday through May 24.

Here’s the line-up:

May 14: Moonlight Jazz Trio

May 15: Tony Waters

May 16: Marlon Patton Trio

May 17: The Sparrow Trio

May 20:CC Booker

May 21: Trey Wright Trio

May 22: Gary Harris

May 23: Charles Marshall, The Jazz Ambassador

May 24: Life Force

Categories: Music

It may not be pretty or high fashion, but the protective clothing worn by many people who work at airports can guard against injury and illness.

At least that was the message last week at Kelowna International Airport (YLW) in British Columbia, Canada, at the second annual Safety Fashion Show.

Here are few of the models that appeared on the red carpet:

This is the airport’s wildlife control contractor, in charge of the catch and release program.

An officer from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police

Firefighter in gear

(Photos courtesy YLW Airport)

Categories: Safety