2008 Press Releases and Airport News

• With all the turmoil in Ohio, the growth at Toledo Express Airport as a freight center is noteworthy
  
  
• Toledo Express Airport (TOL) vs. Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW) Fare Comparison
  
  
• PARTIAL REPLACEMENT OF TERMINAL AND CONCOURSE FACADES TOLEDO EXPRESS AIRPORT
  (Deadline for bids - September 16, 2008, 2:00 PM)
  
  

• Enterprise Rent-A-Car Opens New In-terminal Rental Branch at Toledo Express Airport

• Eric Frankl, Airports Director Toledo Lucas County Port Authority, discusses the future of Toledo's airports on WSPD (audio clip)
  
  

• The Value and Challenges of Airports in Toledo.
  (Power Point Presentation)

  Presented by:
  Eric Frankl, Airports Director Toledo Lucas County Port Authority
  Michael Boyd, Aviation Consultant The Boyd Group, Aviation Consulting

• In The Era of $140 Oil A Review of TOL.
  (PDF Presentation)
  
  
• Toledo Express Airport listed as one of the World’s Top 50 Cargo Airports
  
  
• Airports Director Eric Frankl named to AAAE Energy/Air Service Task Force
  
  
• International freight growing at Toledo Express (Toledo Business Journal)
  
  

• Request for Qualifications for Cargo/Distribution Facilities - Toledo Express Airport

  TLCPA invites developers or other interested parties to submit a response to this Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for the lease and 3rd party development of a parcel of land on Toledo Express Airport property. Experienced teams of development experts with similar development experience, resources and commitment are encouraged to submit proposals to lease and develop this uniquely located property. Cargo, freight and perishables handling businesses are rapidly expanding in Toledo in response to growing global trade, and the consolidation of Air Cargo freight operators. (Statement of Qualifications Due Date: September 24, 2008)

  
  
  
• Honor Flights Finally Give WWII Heroes Chance to Visit Their Memorial
  
  
• TransActions - 2nd Quarter Edition
  (Video Webcast)
  
  
• James H. Hartung, President of the Toledo-Lucas County Port Authority, discusses the importance of moving forward with the regional intermodal transportation plan. This plan utilizes TOL's assets to assist in job creation and economic development.
  (WSPD Podcast)
  
  
• State of Ohio Invests in Airport Development
  (Media Release)
  
  
• Toledo Express Airport overhaul could boost area as shipping hub (Toledo Blade)
  
  
• Five Questions for Jim Hartung, President Toledo/Lucas County Port Authority
  (www.seawaychannel.com)
  
  
• Toledo Express and Metcalf Field receive over $2 million in FAA grants.
  (Media Release)
  
  
• Eric Frankl, Director of Toledo Express Airport, talks about the Northwest/ Delta merger.
  (1370 WSPD - Podcast)
  
  
• Toledo Express is international cargo hub. Watch exclusive online video with BAX Global's spokesman.
  (ABC 13 WTVG)
  
  
• The combination of Delta and Northwest will offer customers greater choice, competitive fares and a superior travel experience. For detailed information on how this will effect travelers, please visit
  (www.newglobalairline.com)
  
  
• Merger of Delta and Northwest Airlines Toledo Express Media Alert.
  (Press Release)
  
  
• Toledo Express Airport rolls out new advertising campaign. In tough economic times Toledo's airport is pulling out all of the stops to pull in passengers.
  (ABC 13 WTVG)
  
  
• Toledo, Ohio - March 26th 2008. Media Update: New Director of Communications on Staff at the Toledo-Lucas County Port Authority
  (Press Release)
  
  
• International Air Cargo Operations at Toledo Express Airport - Exclusive In Depth Report
  (ABC 13 WTVG)
  
  
• Toledo, OH - March 18th, 2008. High Oil Prices Force Delta Connection To Terminate Atlanta Flight, Airline To Maintain Service In Toledo
  (Press Release)
  
  
• Toledo, Ohio - March 10, 2008. NBC 24 highlights Toledo Express in its new series "Toledo On The Move".
  (NBC 24 WNWO)
  
  
• Toledo, Ohio - March 1, 2008. Decline of passenger traffic at Toledo Express can be reversed.
  (Toledo Business Journal)
  
  
• Toledo, Ohio - February 21, 2008. Toledo Express: Local Use Essential for Economy.
  (The Toledo Journal)

Michael Boyd's Presentation: "Toledo Express Airport Air Service Issues and Challenges." Toledo, Ohio - February 13, 2008. This presentation reviews the overall state of the air-service industry and what Toledo needs to do to retain its air service.

(View the webcast)

• Pluses of Airport Still Outweigh Negatives.
  (Toledo Blade Editorial) (scroll to bottom of link)

• Toledo, Ohio - February 19, 2008. Port Authority Statement Regarding Pending Delta/Northwest Merger. (Press Release)
  

• Toledo, Ohio — February 14, 2008. Toledo Express Airport, Atlas World Travel, AAA NW Ohio, and Fly Toledo Express.com are joining together once again in an effort to seek donations of frequent flyer air miles to the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Northwest Ohio.
  (Press Release)
  
  
• How can you or your organization help support and encourage the use of Toledo Express?
  (Promotional Flyer)
  
  
• Could Toledo Express help jump-start the local economy? According to the state, Toledo Express has a $640 million annual impact on the local economy. But the area is losing between $80 million and $100 million each year because travelers use other airports.
  (13abc Video)
  
  
• Toledo, OH - February 14, 2008. Businesses from here urged to fly from the city.
  (Toledo Blade Article)
  
  
• Toledo, OH — February 13, 2008. More organizations step up to support and encourage the importance of supporting air service from Toledo Express.
  (Press Release)
  
  
• Air service issues and challenges, a special report produced for Toledo Express Airport by The Boyd Group.
  (Power Point Slideshow)
  

• Keeping dollars in Toledo helps build prosperity for us all. By flying from Toledo Express Airport, you can save time and money. You can also help us win back $80 to $100 million in economic impact dollars for our region. Find out how, click here.
  (Video)
  

• Speaker to Address State of Air Service.
  (Toledo Free Press Article Page 1, Page

Toledo, OH - January 15, 2008. Toledo Express Airport Announces Summary of 2007 Passenger Activity and Proactive Initiatives for 2008.
(Press Release)


 

“Toledo Express Airport – An Economic Opportunity – Use It Or Loose It.” What impact would the loss of passenger service at Toledo Express Airport have on the economy in our region?
(Toledo Business Journal Article)