www.MetroAirportNews.com Serving the Airport Workforce and Local Communities July 2017 INSIDE THIS ISSUE Norwegian Launches Transatlantic Service from Stewart to Edinburgh Norwegian has launched its first flight from Stewart International Airport to Edinburgh Airport in Scotland. This is the first of five routes that will operate from the airport. The airline’s other routes to Ireland, Northern Ire- land and Norway will launch in July. Stewart International Airport will also be the home of Norwegian’s newest crew base – its third in the U.S. The airline will station two The Home Away From Boeing 737 MAX aircraft and 30 pilots and Home for US Service flight attendants at the Orange County airport to accommodate the new service offering, with Members – The USO plans to hire additional crew later in the year. Page 3 “Four years ago, Norwegian’s low-cost long- haul flights revolutionized transatlantic travel, and we are pleased to Continued On Page 3 Westfield Holds Event ARK Cares for Our at New Duty-Free and Boutiques In Four Legged Veteran Heroes Independence Day is a time for family, fire- connections to days filled with sacrifice and JFK’s Terminal 8 works and furry friends. As we celebrate July hardship. The end of a deployment can bring a Retail developer Westfield, in partnership with 4th, it is a time to look back on the close bonds special kind of heartbreak for these soldiers; travel retailer International Shoppes, cele- our American military men and women have the thought of leaving the animal they be- brated the introduction of a new 520sq m duty- formed with the animals they encounter in for- friended, behind. JFK Opens First Full- free store and several high-end brand eign war zones. These bonds add meaningful Thanks to the combined efforts of The ARK Service Veterinary Hospital boutiques to the luxury lineup at New York at JFK, the world’s first privately-owned animal Page 13 JFK International airport American Airlines terminal and airport quarantine center, in part- terminal eight with an experiential event fea- nership with SPCA International’s special pro- turing live demonstrations and activations on gram, Operation Bagdad Pups: Worldwide, what June 14. unfolds instead are heartwarming stories of re- American Airlines and the Port Authority of union, with complicated relocation logistics and New York and New Jersey joined the celebra- payment coordinated by the SPCA. tions for the openings, which are aimed to en- At ARK Pet Oasis, trained staff have cared for hance the travel journey for domestic and these animals post-flight as they make their way international travelers, and were opened late to forever homes. One latest visitor was Airys, a last year. dog traveling thousands of miles from the des- Activations held in T8 included a profes- erts of Iraq to meet Nick, an Army National sional tie knotter who provided easy-to-follow Guard Medivac. As Nick continues his transi- tutorials at Hugo Boss while handwriting ex- tion back to civilian life, Airys traded the mi- perts analyzed guests’ signatures to reveal in- rages of the desert for a grassy yard complete Kiwanis Kids Day teresting personality traits inside Montblanc. with squirrels to chase and his beloved dog bone Floral designers at Salvatore Ferragamo also to bite on. Airys wasn’t the only precious pooch Returns to LaGuardia created one-of-a-kind purses made completely to be reunited recently. After stopping at The Page 37 out of flowers. ARK for rest and relaxation, dogs’ Aladdin, Continued On Page 3 YOUNG MICHELLE Continued On Page 2 2 Metropolitan Airport News | July 2017 www.MetroAirportNews.com Charitable Giving Program PUBLISHER Kathryn Bliss Our July 2017 issue highlights the American men and women with ‘boots on the ground’ today and in the past. With [email protected] great respect for the sacrifices the troops and their families make every day, and in honor of what they do to protect EDITOR-IN-CHIEF our freedom and defend our country, we have selected the USO as the beneficiary of our July Giving Campaign. With Joseph Alba [email protected] every for-profit advertisement run is this issue, The Metropolitan Airport News is donating $100 to the USO. We are CREATIVE DIRECTOR also thrilled to announce that Norwegian Airlines has decided to match our donation. Raymond F. Ringston [email protected] The USO is an amazing organization that strengthens America’s military service members by keeping them connected to family, home and country, LIFESTYLE EDITOR Roberta Dunn throughout their service to the nation. With four USO Center locations in [email protected] the New York Metro Area, the USO relies on volunteers and donations to EDITORIAL CONTRIBUTOR keep the doors open. Michael Baldini [email protected] As an active volunteer at the USO JFK center, I have witnessed first-hand Phil Derner, Jr. the comfort the USO brings to our service men and women and their [email protected] families as they pass through JFK Airport. Please consider volunteering at ADVERTISING a USO center. As an individual volunteer or as a business that sponsors a shift, it’s so important to give back to those Edward J. Garcia [email protected] that give so much. We need them and they need us! 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Permissions: Material in this publication may not be reproduced, stored in a retrieval ARK Cares for Our Four Legged Veteran Heroes system, or transmitted in any form or by any Continued from Page 1 means (electronic, mechanical, photocopy- Princess Jasmine and Oakley traveled to Min- rescued over 640 animals from the Middle East, ing, recording, or otherwise) without the prior written permission of the publisher. nesota to be reunited with the soldiers they ad- Central Europe, Southeast Asia and Africa. The views and opinions expressed in Met- opted as their own in Egypt. Not to forget the Located in Cargo Area D at John F. Kennedy ropolitan Airport News are those of the felines, a cat named Gus was warmly welcomed International Airport, ARK Pet Oasis provides authors and advertisers, and do not nec- into the home of Ian Clark, recently stationed in animal care pre- and post-flight and in-be- essarily reflect the policy or position of the Kuwait, receiving some TLC at The ARK after a tween domestic and international flights, as- publisher. Articles presented in this publi- cation are for general information and edu- long flight to JFK. sisting owners with all aspects of pet travel. cational purposes and do not constitute “The ARK at JFK is committed to the safe The ARK recently celebrated the completion of legal or financial advice. and humane treatment of animals travelling by Phase 2 in June 2017, with the completion of its ©Copyright 2017 by Metropolitan Airport News air. The SPCA has developed an incredible pro- Equine and Avian Quarantine Facility, with All rights reserved Printed in the USA gram, and the animals bring comfort to soldiers the full facility becoming operational during who are coming back from overseas, and are Phase 3 in Fall 2017. The ARK at JFK is a 24/7 transitioning back to their daily lives,” says Eliz- animal reception center dedicated to the im- abeth A. Schuette, Managing Director of The port and export of animals and has welcomed, ARK at JFK. “The ARK at JFK is honored to be cats, dogs, horses, goats, rabbits, turtles, mice a part of this mission, and the staff here have the and countless animal owners and shippers. By and low stress environment for both human incredible experience of seeing these reunions providing a variety of services including ani- and animal clients! For more information call take place while providing exceptional animal mal relief, watering, feeding and US Customs (212) 973-8275 or visit www.ARKJFK.com. care.” SPCA’s Operation Baghdad Pups has clearance, The ARK provides an efficient, safe ALEXANDRA ISRAEL www.MetroAirportNews.com July 2017 | Metropolitan Airport News 3 From Our Aviation The Home Away From Home Department Leadership “The Port Authority proudly supports and are indebted for US Service Members – The USO to those who have served in The USO for the American military is a home the U.S. armed forces,” said away from home; especially when you are over- Diane Papaianni, General seas, or traveling from one posting to another. Manager at Newark Liberty International Don’t let the calm exterior fool you; getting a Airport. “The USO center is just one way new assignment, and moving yourself or your we can express our profound gratitude for entire family is always a reason to be the great sacrifices they have made for our nation to protect our freedom. concerned. But the USO has a way of relieving some of “On behalf of the entire the tension because it is a place where the hosts LaGuardia Airport fam- become a proxy for your hometown, or even ily, I salute the USO for your family.