Mitchell International sees few delays despite winter weather
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The significant snowfall on Sunday, December 22nd not only affected travel on the ground, but in the air.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The significant snowfall on Sunday, December 22nd not only affected travel on the ground, but in the air.
Weather causes concern over flights at Mitchell International
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Millions of Americans are hitting the road, taking a train or boarding a plane to celebrate Thanksgiving -- and some are running into detours due to the weather.A strong storm struck much of the eastern United States on Wednesday, November 27th, complicating holiday travel plans for many of the 43 million Americans who filled the nation's highways, airports, and train and bus stations.By the afternoon, delays were reported at several airports in the Northeast.At Mitchell International Airport Wednesday, one flight was cancelled to Philadelphia -- and many travelers were keeping their eyes on the departure boards, and keeping their fingers crossed.FOX6 News on Wednesday ran into Brian Radday, a UW-Madison student excited to fly home to New York for Thanksgiving."I haven't been home since summer," Radday said.Radday on Wednesday feared his flight to New York's LaGuardia Airport may be in jeopardy."I tried to move my flight to yesterday but I had a midterm.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Millions of Americans are hitting the road, taking a train or boarding a plane to celebrate Thanksgiving -- and some are running into detours due to the weather.A strong storm struck much of the eastern United States on Wednesday, November 27th, complicating holiday travel plans for many of the 43 million Americans who filled the nation's highways, airports, and train and bus stations.By the afternoon, delays were reported at several airports in the Northeast.At Mitchell International Airport Wednesday, one flight was cancelled to Philadelphia -- and many travelers were keeping their eyes on the departure boards, and keeping their fingers crossed.FOX6 News on Wednesday ran into Brian Radday, a UW-Madison student excited to fly home to New York for Thanksgiving."I haven't been home since summer," Radday said.Radday on Wednesday feared his flight to New York's LaGuardia Airport may be in jeopardy."I tried to move my flight to yesterday but I had a midterm.
Passengers deal with delays at Mitchell Intl. Airport
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The weather meant a slower commute for some and caused others to wait hours at Mitchell International Airport to get on with their travel plans.“Our flight was leaving at 10; we gave ourselves a couple hours to get here, but ended up in the car for 4 hours.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The weather meant a slower commute for some and caused others to wait hours at Mitchell International Airport to get on with their travel plans.“Our flight was leaving at 10; we gave ourselves a couple hours to get here, but ended up in the car for 4 hours.
60 charging stations installed at Mitchell International Airport
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Crews at Milwaukee's Mitchell International Airport are installing 60 new, free-to-use charging stations.The charging stations are located in between gate-area seating.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Crews at Milwaukee's Mitchell International Airport are installing 60 new, free-to-use charging stations.The charging stations are located in between gate-area seating.
Travelers at Mitchell International respond to LAX shooting
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- As news of the deadly LAX shooting spread late Friday morning, November 1st, people at Milwaukee's General Mitchell International were learning about the situation.One woman at the Milwaukee airport felt extra concern knowing her husband was at Los Angeles International around the time of the shooting.It was panic, just panic," said Emily Exten. "I knew that he had a connecting flight from San Fran to LAX and he should have landed by the time I heard the news."Reports of the shooting at Terminal 3 worried Exten that she hadn't heard from her husband.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- As news of the deadly LAX shooting spread late Friday morning, November 1st, people at Milwaukee's General Mitchell International were learning about the situation.One woman at the Milwaukee airport felt extra concern knowing her husband was at Los Angeles International around the time of the shooting.It was panic, just panic," said Emily Exten. "I knew that he had a connecting flight from San Fran to LAX and he should have landed by the time I heard the news."Reports of the shooting at Terminal 3 worried Exten that she hadn't heard from her husband.
FAA announces change in personal electronics usage
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Airplane travelers will soon be able to watch videos and play games with their electronic devices throughout their entire flight -- and not just above a certain altitude -- the Federal Aviation Administration said Thursday, October 31st in a long anticipated announcement.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Airplane travelers will soon be able to watch videos and play games with their electronic devices throughout their entire flight -- and not just above a certain altitude -- the Federal Aviation Administration said Thursday, October 31st in a long anticipated announcement.
TSA Pre✓™expanding to include Mitchell International Airport
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The wait at the airport is now a lot shorter for some passengers.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The wait at the airport is now a lot shorter for some passengers.
Baggage claim at Mitchell Intl. Airport to get massive overhaul
MILWAUKEE (WITI) – Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele was joined by County Supervisors Michael Mayo, Sr., Mark Borkowski and Steve F.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) – Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele was joined by County Supervisors Michael Mayo, Sr., Mark Borkowski and Steve F.
TSA's Pre✓™coming to Milwaukee's Mitchell Intl. Airport
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Some people may soon be experiencing a shorter wait at the airport.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Some people may soon be experiencing a shorter wait at the airport.
Co. Board to take up proposal to increase parking fees at airport
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Prices for flights are on the rise, and now, parking at Mitchell International Airport could soon cost a little more as well.A Milwaukee County Board Committee approved a proposal that would increase daily parking costs by 50 cents at all of its garages and lots.The increase is said to help make up lost revenue at the airport, since there are fewer people flying.The increase would result in a $2.6 million boost annually.However, one County supervisor believes an extra 50 cents is an inconvenience."It's not a chicken feed thing as far as a $2.6 million, you know, revenue enhancer, but let's just keep it simple and go with dollars," County Supervisor Mark Borkowski said.The proposal now moves on to the full County Board.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Prices for flights are on the rise, and now, parking at Mitchell International Airport could soon cost a little more as well.A Milwaukee County Board Committee approved a proposal that would increase daily parking costs by 50 cents at all of its garages and lots.The increase is said to help make up lost revenue at the airport, since there are fewer people flying.The increase would result in a $2.6 million boost annually.However, one County supervisor believes an extra 50 cents is an inconvenience."It's not a chicken feed thing as far as a $2.6 million, you know, revenue enhancer, but let's just keep it simple and go with dollars," County Supervisor Mark Borkowski said.The proposal now moves on to the full County Board.
Plane headed into Milw. reports possible mechanical problems
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Officials at Mitchell International Airport on Thursday evening, June 27th said a plane headed into Milwaukee from Minneapolis reported a possible mechanical problem with the plane.However, airport officials say the plane was able to land at the airport without incident.The plane belongs to Delta Airlines.It is unclear exactly what the potential problem with this plane was.Monitor FOX6 News and FOX6Now.com for updates on this story.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Officials at Mitchell International Airport on Thursday evening, June 27th said a plane headed into Milwaukee from Minneapolis reported a possible mechanical problem with the plane.However, airport officials say the plane was able to land at the airport without incident.The plane belongs to Delta Airlines.It is unclear exactly what the potential problem with this plane was.Monitor FOX6 News and FOX6Now.com for updates on this story.
World War II veteran dies at airport before boarding Honor Flight
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- An Honor Flight headed for Washington, D.C. from Milwaukee this past weekend had to deal with an unexpected tragedy.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- An Honor Flight headed for Washington, D.C. from Milwaukee this past weekend had to deal with an unexpected tragedy.
Plane from Air Refueling Wing forced to land at Mitchell
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A Mitchell International Airport spokesperson confirmed to FOX6 News that a disabled plane landed at the airport Tuesday evening, May 28th.The airport spokesman said a KC-135 from the 128th Air Refueling Wing landed at the airport just before 7:30 p.m.The plane was forced to land due to a mechanical issue with one of its engines.No injuries were reported, and the plane was able to taxi back to the hangar under its own power.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A Mitchell International Airport spokesperson confirmed to FOX6 News that a disabled plane landed at the airport Tuesday evening, May 28th.The airport spokesman said a KC-135 from the 128th Air Refueling Wing landed at the airport just before 7:30 p.m.The plane was forced to land due to a mechanical issue with one of its engines.No injuries were reported, and the plane was able to taxi back to the hangar under its own power.
Air refueling tanker from 128th lands safely after engine issue
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A KC-135 air refueling tanker from the 128th Air Refueling Wing landed safely shortly after 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 16th after its crew reported a mechanical problem.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A KC-135 air refueling tanker from the 128th Air Refueling Wing landed safely shortly after 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 16th after its crew reported a mechanical problem.
Monday is first day of air traffic controller furloughs
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Those who fly frequently are encouraged to stay in touch with airlines, as the FAA on Monday, April 22nd began implementing furloughs on air traffic controllers as an answer to automatic budget cuts.The FAA has predicted there could eventually be flight delays of up to 90 minutes during peak periods.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Those who fly frequently are encouraged to stay in touch with airlines, as the FAA on Monday, April 22nd began implementing furloughs on air traffic controllers as an answer to automatic budget cuts.The FAA has predicted there could eventually be flight delays of up to 90 minutes during peak periods.
Flights from Boston land in Milwaukee Monday night
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Some flights from Boston landed in Milwaukee Monday night, April 15th -- following the devastating bombings during the Boston Marathon on Monday afternoon.Among the passengers was former state Assembly Speaker John Gard -- who ran the marathon Monday.FOX6's Mike Lowe was at Mitchell International Airport speaking with travelers returning home Monday night.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Some flights from Boston landed in Milwaukee Monday night, April 15th -- following the devastating bombings during the Boston Marathon on Monday afternoon.Among the passengers was former state Assembly Speaker John Gard -- who ran the marathon Monday.FOX6's Mike Lowe was at Mitchell International Airport speaking with travelers returning home Monday night.
Man allegedly armed with butcher knife arrested at airport
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A 61-year-old Milwaukee man faces charges after alleged threatening employees with a butcher knife at Mitchell International Airport on Sunday, April 7th.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A 61-year-old Milwaukee man faces charges after alleged threatening employees with a butcher knife at Mitchell International Airport on Sunday, April 7th.
Delta flight makes emergency landing at Mitchell Intl. Airport
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Delta flight 771 to Atlanta made an emergency landing at Mitchell International Airport Thursday morning, March 28th.Spokeswoman Pat Rowe told FOX6 News that an "indicator" went off in the plane, prompting the pilot to turn around and make an emergency landing.According to officials, the plane landed safely.No further information has been released -- including details surrounding the "indicator" that went off or if any injuries were sustained.Monitor FOX6 News and FOX6Now.com for updates on this developing story.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Delta flight 771 to Atlanta made an emergency landing at Mitchell International Airport Thursday morning, March 28th.Spokeswoman Pat Rowe told FOX6 News that an "indicator" went off in the plane, prompting the pilot to turn around and make an emergency landing.According to officials, the plane landed safely.No further information has been released -- including details surrounding the "indicator" that went off or if any injuries were sustained.Monitor FOX6 News and FOX6Now.com for updates on this developing story.
Delta changes concourses at Mitchell International Airport
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- If you fly Delta Airlines, you'll notice some big changes starting Wednesday, March 27th at Mitchell International Airport.Delta's fleet is moving concourses, from Concourse E to Concourse D.Concourse E is the smallest concourse at Mitchell, and now, Delta is vacating its former spot by taking over the vacated gates of Midwest and Frontier airlines at Concourse D.The airport says it'll provide a much bigger, more convenient space for travelers.Last year, the carrier expanded services to other cities, making it the second largest airline at Mitchell behind Southwest.“Right now, we're running about 30 flights a day.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- If you fly Delta Airlines, you'll notice some big changes starting Wednesday, March 27th at Mitchell International Airport.Delta's fleet is moving concourses, from Concourse E to Concourse D.Concourse E is the smallest concourse at Mitchell, and now, Delta is vacating its former spot by taking over the vacated gates of Midwest and Frontier airlines at Concourse D.The airport says it'll provide a much bigger, more convenient space for travelers.Last year, the carrier expanded services to other cities, making it the second largest airline at Mitchell behind Southwest.“Right now, we're running about 30 flights a day.
County Board supervisors protesting likely closure of airport towers
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee County Board supervisors protested the likely night closing of the airport tower at Mitchell International Airport and the complete closing of the tower at Timmerman Airport, saying that the closings would create safety and noise issues.The closings are likely to take place on April 7th, as a result of Congress’ failure to avoid across-the-board “sequestration” budget cuts.In a letter from the Transportation, Public Works and Transit Committee to the delegation, the supervisors said: “We are aware that the Federal funding cuts may affect the night shift at General Mitchell International Airport (GMIA) control tower and fully cut staff at the Timmerman Airport control tower.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee County Board supervisors protested the likely night closing of the airport tower at Mitchell International Airport and the complete closing of the tower at Timmerman Airport, saying that the closings would create safety and noise issues.The closings are likely to take place on April 7th, as a result of Congress’ failure to avoid across-the-board “sequestration” budget cuts.In a letter from the Transportation, Public Works and Transit Committee to the delegation, the supervisors said: “We are aware that the Federal funding cuts may affect the night shift at General Mitchell International Airport (GMIA) control tower and fully cut staff at the Timmerman Airport control tower.