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ORLANDO, Fla. — This may be the season of giving, but Orlando International Airport (MCO) has been fortunate to have been on the receiving end of notable accolades spanning the entire year. Various organizations, publications and groups have recognized MCO for its achievements, facilities and personnel. While the awards ranged from the prestigious to the […]

Central Florida is poised to become the leading edge in the development of Advanced Air Mobility (AAM). On December 21, 2023, a bill was introduced into the Florida House of Representatives designating the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority (GOAA) as the AAM test site for the State of Florida. As defined in the legislation, Advanced Air […]

ORLANDO, Fla. – Orlando International Airport (MCO) will welcome record crowds this holiday season with enhanced parking amenities and additional ambassadors on hand to offer passenger assistance during peak times throughout the airport complex. Nearly 3.9 million passengers are expected during the 23-day Christmas/New Year’s travel period, a 13.5 percent increase over last year. “The […]

ORLANDO, Fla. – Employees with the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority (GOAA) played the role of Santa’s helpers during a month-long Toy Drive for the Children’s Home Society of Florida, which provided GOAA with holiday wish lists for children ages 1 to 18. More than 120 toys were collected. “This is just one of the ways […]

Orlando, Fla. – The Greater Orlando Aviation Authority (GOAA) hosted its inaugural Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) Industry Day, an event that underscored the Aviation Authority’s efforts to bring the future of air transportation to the region. AAM is a rapidly emerging aviation system that includes small aircraft with electric vertical takeoff and landing capabilities. The […]

Orlando, Fla. – ‘Tis the season for hustle and bustle in the terminals at Orlando International Airport, where there is always an air of anticipation for the live musical performances held during the month of December. The annual Holiday Community Concert program offers a diverse and festive selection of music by local performers. The series […]

ORLANDO, Fla. – After a successful soft opening during the busy Thanksgiving holiday travel period, Orlando International Airport (MCO) is officially opening two new parking lots today to the general public. The lots, located directly in front of the Train Station, will add an additional 515 spaces to the more than 20,000 spaces already available […]

ORLANDO, Fla. – Robust travel to Central Florida will make Orlando International Airport (MCO) one of the nation’s busiest holiday gateways this Thanksgiving season, and airport officials are offering passengers several accommodations and tips to help their journey go smoothly starting with this 3-2-1 advice: Passengers should be at the airport ticket counter 3 hours […]

With a focus on maintaining an optimal customer experience into the near future, the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority Board updated funding for major projects at Orlando International Airport (MCO). With passenger traffic projected to soon approach 58 million by year’s end, the Aviation Authority is laying the groundwork for increasing the capacity of Terminal C. […]

ORLANDO, Fla. – In an impressive recognition of her work as a leading air service development professional, the international organization Routes World presented Vicki Jaramillo, Chief Development Officer of the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority (GOAA), with the 2023 Individual Leadership Award. Jaramillo received the award Monday during the group’s conference in Istanbul. Routes World supports […]