Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport Archives

Former customs officer convicted of smuggling cocaine from U.S. Virgin Islands to Atlanta

February 26, 2025 Sightseers’ Delight

A 45-year-old former U.S. Customs and Border Protection officer has been convicted of importing and possessing with intent to distribute more than 16 kilograms of cocaine.

Atlanta mayor names new Hartsfield-Jackson general manager

February 25, 2025 Sightseers’ Delight

Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens announced that Ricky Smith will be the new general manager of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, effective April 2.

Audit: No economic activity can be tied to Georgia’s jet fuel tax exemption

December 3, 2024 Sightseers’ Delight

No economic activity, such as jobs, labor income, or value-added output, can be tied to Georgia’s jet fuel tax exemption, but it potentially results in lower airfares for travelers flying from Atlanta.

Two killed in tire explosion at Delta Air Lines maintenance area

August 27, 2024 Sightseers’ Delight

At least two people were killed and a third seriously injured after a tire exploded in a Delta Air Lines maintenance area at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport early this morning.

Georgia to receive millions for airport upgrades

May 16, 2024 Todd DeFeo

Georgia is poised to receive $120 million for airport infrastructure upgrades across the state as part of the fiscal 2024 Airport Infrastructure Grant program, a federal lawmaker from Georgia said.

Appetizers and approaches: Make the most of an airport run

May 10, 2024 Todd DeFeo

My afternoon of planefanning began in Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport’s cell phone lot as I waited for my wife’s plane to arrive.

Hartsfield-Jackson again the world’s busiest airport

April 15, 2024 Sightseers’ Delight

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport welcomed 104.7 million passengers in 2023, an 11.7 percent increase from the previous year.

Customers can use Peach Pass to park at Hartsfield-Jackson’s West Parking Deck

March 18, 2024 Official News Releases

The State Road and Tollway Authority (SRTA) announced today that starting March 15, 2024, Peach Pass customers can use their Peach Pass to park at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport’s West Parking Deck and enjoy access to 5,700 parking spots.

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport Wins 2023 Business Traveler Award for “North America’s Best Airport”

December 5, 2023 Official News Releases

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) earned the 2023 Business Traveler Award for “North America’s Best Airport” for the second consecutive year.

FAA announces millions in grants for Georgia airport projects

February 28, 2023 Todd DeFeo

The feds announced nearly $10 million in funding for upgrades to a pair of Georgia airports.