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News relating to the Airports Division
Governor Lingle releases $17 million to prepare site for new interisland maintenance facility at Honolulu International Airport
February 3, 2009 -- Governor Linda Lingle has released $17,194,300 in construction funds to complete site preparations for the new interisland maintenance facility at Honolulu International (HNL) Airport.
Airports Division receives Hawaiian Electric rebate for $252,885 in energy savings
February 4, 2009 -- The state Department of Transportation's (DOT) Airports Division has received a $252,885 rebate check from Hawaiian Electric Company. for energy savings created by the new Diamond Head Chiller Plant air conditioning project at the Honolulu International Airport.
New airport parking garage reaches completion
February 17, 2009 -- Governor Linda Lingle, officials from the state Department of Transportation (DOT), Senator Kalani English, Representative Lynn Finnegan, and key members from the airline industry joined together today to dedicate the new parking structure at Honolulu International Airport.
Valet Parking Promotion at Honolulu International Airport
March 9, 2009 -- The state Department of Transportation (DOT) is pleased to announce it has begun offering a special promotional discount for valet parking at Honolulu International Airport (HNL). From now through the end of April, travelers can save $5.00 per day on valet parking ($15.00 per day), which is available on the fourth floor of the inter-island parking structure. The regular price is $20.00 a day.
Governor Lingle releases $8,310,000 for improvements to Kahului Airport
March 18, 2009 -- Governor Linda Lingle has released $8,310,000 in construction funds for apron pavement and taxiway improvements at Kahului Airport.
New Economy Lot To Open And Grace Period For Parking Implemented As Statewide Parking Rates Increase
July 31, 2009 -- The state Department of Transportation (DOT) is advising air travelers of new parking rates at Hawaii airports throughout the state. This will be the first parking rate increase at Hawaii airports since 1993 and it aims to offset the capital costs of parking improvements under the Airports Modernization Plan.
Giant Mosaic Mural To Commemorate Hawaii's 50th Anniversay of Statehood Unveiled at Honolulu International Airport
August 7, 2009 -- As part of the commemoration of the 50th anniversary of Hawai‘i’s statehood, a giant mosaic mural featuring artwork by students nationwide was unveiled today at the Honolulu International Airport. Made up of over 8,000 unique images, the mural was created as a lasting tribute to our state. Lt. Governor James R. “Duke” Aiona, Jr. and student artists unveiled the mural at a ceremony.
DOT and TSA open new Kona Airport security lane to improve peak hour service
August 18, 2009 -- The state Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) today announced the implementation of a new passenger security screening lane which will begin operating in September 2009 at Kona International Airport’s North Terminal.
New International Arrivals Corridor Opening at Honolulu International Airport
October 14, 2009 State Department of Transportation (DOT) officials and Marsha Wienert, State Tourism Liaison, dedicated the first phase of the new International Arrivals Corridor at the Honolulu International Airport today. It will be open to passengers tomorrow, October 15, 2009.
Ground Breaking Held for New Cargo Facilities at Hilo International Airport
Nov. 10 , 2009 -- State Department of Transportation (DOT) officials broke ground today on a new Hold Cargo and Light Industrial Building at the Hilo International Airport.
