Justice Department Clears Alaska Air Group's Acquisition Of Virgin America
Posted by: News_Desk on 12/06/2016 05:05 PM
Seattle, WA...The Antitrust Division of the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) today completed its review and approved Alaska Air Group's (NYSE: ALK) acquisition of Virgin America (NASDAQ: VA). Alaska Air Group is the parent company of Alaska Airlines, Inc. and Horizon Air Industries, Inc.
SFO Welcomes Additional Flights To Panama On Copa Airlines
Posted by: News_Desk on 12/01/2016 08:20 AM
San Francisco, CA...November 30, 2016 - the San Francisco International Airport (SFO) welcomed additional Copa Airlines flights to Panama to meet increased travel demand. In early November, Panama-based airline added a second daily nonstop flight between SFO and Panama City, Panama. Copa, a member of the Star Alliance global airline network, launched nonstop daily service from SFO in September 2015.
AAA: 48.7 Million Americans To Travel This Thanksgiving
Posted by: News_Desk on 11/23/2016 06:57 PM
Orlando, FL...AAA projects that 48.7 million Americans will journey 50 miles or more from home this Thanksgiving, an increase of one million travelers compared with last year. This represents a 1.9 percent increase over 2015, and the most Thanksgiving travelers since 2007. The Thanksgiving holiday travel period is defined as Wednesday, Nov. 23, to Sunday, Nov. 27.
Forest-Powered Flight Safely Arrives In Washington, D.C.
Posted by: News_Desk on 11/15/2016 10:08 AM
Seattle, WA...Washington state-based Alaska Airlines made history yesterday flying the first commercial flight using the world's first renewable, alternative jet fuel made from forest residuals, the limbs and branches that remain after the harvesting of managed forests. The alternative jet fuel was produced through the efforts of the Washington State University-led Northwest Advanced Renewables Alliance (NARA).
San Francisco, CA... The San Francisco International Airport (SFO) completed its annual emergency exercise today, simulating an aircraft accident that tested emergency procedures for communication, incident command, and coordination between multiple agencies. Although federal regulations require U.S. airports to conduct such a drill every three years, SFO conducts this full-scale emergency drill annually to ensure the highest level of readiness.
Blue Origin Launches New Shepard Rocket For In-Flight Escape Test
Posted by: News_Desk on 10/05/2016 04:19 PM
West Texas...Last Month Jeff Bezos CEO of both Amazon and Blue Origin announced that in early October the New Shepard Rocket would be launched for a fifth time. The proposed launch was to test the New Shepard rocket escape system.The escape system can quickly propel the crew capsule to safety if a problem is detected with the booster.
Arnold, CA...Don't miss the opportunity to plan your mini train getaway. Above and Beyond Travel Agency is offering packages for a 3 day and 2 night trip aboard the Reno Fun Train.
The Angels Camp RV and Camping Resort Is Perfect For Stays Short Or Long!!
Posted by: thepinetree on 07/24/2014 11:52 AM
Angels Camp, CA....Enjoy the quiet of the countryside and peaceful atmosphere; relax and get away from it all at Angels Camp RV and Camping Resort Fun, family-friendly RV & Camping Resort, 82 sites in the heart of Gold Country. Quiet, secure campground centrally located near famous Calaveras wineries and home of the annual Frog Jumping Jubilee. Resort is close to exciting caverns, one with a zip-line, championship golf courses, great fishing at one of the largest lakes in the entire state (New Melones), amidst numerous scattered historical gold rush towns, Bear Valley, Big Trees National Park, near Yosemite National Park -- history galore --as well as a wide variety of other recreational and family activities. Check out the Events Calendar and Points of Interest...
Weekly Road Report for the Week of 7/13/14 through 7/19/14
Posted by: Lea_Marie_C_Paar on 07/14/2014 10:10 PM
Stockton, CA...Enclosed is the scheduled repairs, delays and activity that will affect the state maintained roadways in our area. The handy spreadsheet enclosed will help you avoid the delays whether you are traveling locally or heading down the hill....
Posted by: Lea_Marie_C_Paar on 07/04/2014 08:36 PM
Rail Road Flat, Ca... There seems to be an oak tree that is blocking both lanes at Rail Road Flat Road and Spruce Creek Road - use caution as you're headed to and from your celebrations...