Month: September 2016

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South Bend International Airport to Present an Informational Discussion on Drones

September 13, 2016

South Bend, IN. – On September 15th, at 6:30 p.m., South Bend International Airport (SBN) will host a free informational forum regarding Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), also referred to as drones. Both recreational and commercial operators are encouraged to attend. The discussion will review the safety responsibilities drone operators should undertake before flying the device…

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Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for New General Aviation Public Ramp at South Bend International Airport

September 7, 2016

South Bend, IN. – The completion of the new general aviation public ramp will be celebrated with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Thursday, September 8, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. Local officials, including South Bend Mayor Pete Buttigieg and St. Joseph County Airport Authority Board of Directors President Abe Marcus, will speak at the event. The…

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South Bend International Airport Welcomes United’s Second Daily New York/Newark Flight with Water Cannon Salute

September 7, 2016

South Bend, IN. – On September 7th, at 4:52 p.m., South Bend International Airport (SBN) will welcome and commemorate a second daily United Airlines flight from New York/Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) with a water cannon salute. Media must arrive promptly at 4:00 p.m. and report to Airport Information, located across from the United ticket…

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TSA to Display/Discuss Prohibited Items from South Bend International Airport

September 1, 2016

South Bend, IN. – The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) will address the media Thursday, August 25, on prohibited items found at South Bend International Airport (SBN) to remind passengers about what is and isn’t allowed aboard aircraft when traveling. WHO:            Mark Howell, TSA Regional Spokesperson WHAT:          Interviews and tabletop display of prohibited items surrendered at SBN security…

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South Bend International Airport Director of Operations and Maintenance Elected to President of Aviation Association

September 1, 2016

South Bend, IN. – The Great Lakes Chapter of the American Association of Aviation Executives (AAAE) held its annual conference and business meeting August 4-7, 2016 in South Bend, Indiana, and elected officers for the next year. Tim O’Donnell, director of operations and maintenance at South Bend International Airport (SBN), was elected to president of…

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