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Ontario International Airport continued its run of higher passenger volumes in February

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Monday, March 18, 2024

ONTARIO, Calif., March 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The number of air travelers who chose Ontario International Airport (ONT) in February grew by 9%, extending its run of year-over-year increases to 36 consecutive months, airport officials announced.

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  • ONTARIO, Calif., March 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The number of air travelers who chose Ontario International Airport (ONT) in February grew by 9%, extending its run of year-over-year increases to 36 consecutive months, airport officials announced.
  • "February proved to be another positive month for Ontario International as we extended our streak of consecutive months with higher passenger volume," said Atif Elkadi, chief executive officer of the Ontario International Airport Authority (OIAA).
  • "The numbers speak for themselves and are further evidence that ONT continues to be the airport of choice for Southern California."
  • It was the first airport in Southern California to exceed pre-pandemic passenger levels and in 2023 posted its highest volumes since 2008.

Ontario International Airport flies high with record international passenger volume to start 2024

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Thursday, February 15, 2024

ONTARIO, Calif., Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ontario International Airport (ONT) welcomed nearly 470,000 passengers in January, including a record-setting 45,012 international travelers, airport officials announced.

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  • ONTARIO, Calif., Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ontario International Airport (ONT) welcomed nearly 470,000 passengers in January, including a record-setting 45,012 international travelers, airport officials announced.
  • The all-time high for international travelers in a single month surpassed the previous record of 43,551 set last July and was nearly 90% more than January 2023.
  • The January total passenger volume of 469,589, a 9.5% increase over the same month last year, included 424,577 domestic passengers.
  • "The new year began as last year ended with growth in passenger volume remaining strong," said Atif Elkadi, chief executive officer of the Ontario International Airport Authority (OIAA), noting that January marked the 35th consecutive month of year-over-year passenger increases at ONT.

New Global Entry Enrollment Center to open at Ontario International Airport as global travel continues to grow

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Thursday, December 21, 2023

ONTARIO, Calif., Dec. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ontario International Airport (ONT) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) on Thursday unveiled the new Global Entry Enrollment Center at California's most popular airport.

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  • ONTARIO, Calif., Dec. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ontario International Airport (ONT) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) on Thursday unveiled the new Global Entry Enrollment Center at California's most popular airport .
  • Up until now, the nearest Global Entry Enrollment Center has been at Los Angeles International Airport.
  • To set up an interview at the Global Entry Enrollment Center, travelers must first receive online pre-approval .
  • The Global Entry Enrollment Center comes as ONT has seen international travel volumes double over the past year, with popular direct flights to Taiwan, Mexico and Latin America.

Ontario International Airport passenger volume climbed by double-digits in November

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Wednesday, December 20, 2023

ONTARIO, Calif., Dec. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ontario International Airport (ONT) passenger volume increased by more than 12% in November and 11% over the first 11 months of the year, airport authority officials announced.

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  • ONTARIO, Calif., Dec. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ontario International Airport (ONT) passenger volume increased by more than 12% in November and 11% over the first 11 months of the year, airport authority officials announced.
  • Ontario International welcomed 575,877 passengers in November, an increase of 12.4% compared with the same month last year.
  • From January through November, ONT reported more than 5.8 million passenger 5.5 million domestic fliers and 374,000 international travelers.
  • "Ontario International continues to show strong and steady passenger growth, and by the last week of November, our airport had already exceeded the total passenger count we achieved during the entire year in 2022," said Atif Elkadi, chief executive officer, Ontario International Airport Authority (OIAA).

More than 600,000 passengers traveled through Ontario International Airport in October

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023

ONTARIO, Calif., Nov. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The number of air passengers who traveled through Ontario International Airport (ONT) in October topped 600,000 for the first time since the airport's return to local ownership and was a 12% increase over the same month last year.

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  • ONTARIO, Calif., Nov. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The number of air passengers who traveled through Ontario International Airport (ONT) in October topped 600,000 for the first time since the airport's return to local ownership and was a 12% increase over the same month last year.
  • The total passenger count of 606,497 included 568,484 domestic and 38,013 international travelers, increases of 8% and 141%, respectively.
  • From January through October, ONT reported more than 5.3 million passengers; 4.9 million domestic fliers and 334,000 international travelers.
  • "Our airline partners and air travelers recognize the value of our airport, hallmark hassle-free experience and first rate amenities and services, making Ontario International California's favorite airport."

Ontario International Airport and CBP introduce Simplified Arrival to automate international arrivals

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Monday, November 6, 2023

The Simplified Arrival process for international travel to the United States is operated by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and uses facial biometrics to automate the manual document checks required for admission into the country.

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  • The Simplified Arrival process for international travel to the United States is operated by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and uses facial biometrics to automate the manual document checks required for admission into the country.
  • The technology provides travelers with a touchless process that further secures and streamlines international arrivals.
  • "Ontario International Airport is proud to partner with CBP in providing arriving international passengers a more convenient travel experience while also enhancing the safety and security of the inspection process," said Atif Elkadi, chief executive officer of the Ontario International Airport Authority (OIAA).
  • "As we expand our international travel options, Simplified Arrival will play a significant role in providing a more expedited and safe inspection process."

State of the Airport 2023: Southern California's Ontario International Airport celebrates 7 years of local control

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Thursday, November 2, 2023

And it's all because of you," Alan Wapner, President of the Ontario International Airport Authority (OIAA) Board of Commissioners, told the crowd at the Ontario Convention Center.

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  • And it's all because of you," Alan Wapner, President of the Ontario International Airport Authority (OIAA) Board of Commissioners, told the crowd at the Ontario Convention Center.
  • "Ontario International Airport is your airport.
  • It was you – this community and you community leaders – who insisted that Ontario be returned to local control."
  • Twelve months later, we're celebrating 100 years since the opening of the first landing strip of what was to become Ontario International Airport.

Ontario International Airport reports double-digit increase in passenger volume over first nine months of the year

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Monday, October 16, 2023

ONTARIO, Calif., Oct. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ontario International Airport (ONT) recorded an 11.6% increase in passenger volume during the first nine months of 2023, including a 7.6% year-over-year jump in September, airport officials announced.

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  • ONTARIO, Calif., Oct. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ontario International Airport (ONT) recorded an 11.6% increase in passenger volume during the first nine months of 2023, including a 7.6% year-over-year jump in September, airport officials announced.
  • Domestic fliers totaled 4.4 million and international travelers more than 296,000, increases of 8% and 116% over prior year.
  • "Passenger volumes continued to be robust in September and over the first nine months of the year, making Ontario the envy of airport operators across the region," said Atif Elkadi, chief executive officer, Ontario International Airport Authority (OIAA).
  • "The steady increases in passenger volume and customer satisfaction surveys show what many of us already knew – Ontario International is California's favorite airport."

Resource Fair, Alaska Airlines Flight Experience highlight National Disability Employment Awareness Month activities at Ontario International

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Saturday, October 7, 2023

ONTARIO, Calif., Oct. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ontario International Airport (ONT) and Alaska Airlines are leaders in creating a welcoming and accessible travel experience, and on Saturday, the two showcased the inspiring work they're doing on behalf of individuals with disabilities.

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  • ONTARIO, Calif., Oct. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ontario International Airport (ONT) and Alaska Airlines are leaders in creating a welcoming and accessible travel experience, and on Saturday, the two showcased the inspiring work they're doing on behalf of individuals with disabilities.
  • As part of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, ONT and Alaska Airlines co-hosted the Alaska Airlines Disability Flight Experience, featuring the 'Xáat Kwáani' (Salmon People) aircraft.
  • "Alaska Airlines is committed to providing our guests with inclusive travel experiences through our convenient, comfortable and caring service," said Steve Nelson, Alaska Airlines accessibility and diversity program manager.
  • "We are grateful for this partnership with Ontario International Airport to help alleviate the anxiety that can be associated with traveling for passengers with disabilities and their families."

Ontario International flies high in new customer satisfaction ranking of North American airports

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023

ONTARIO, Calif., Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --Ontario International Airport earned the highest score among California airports and the third highest among medium-size airports in a prestigious ranking of airports in North America.

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  • ONTARIO, Calif., Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --Ontario International Airport earned the highest score among California airports and the third highest among medium-size airports in a prestigious ranking of airports in North America.
  • Power 2023 North America Airport Satisfaction Study released today, ONT earned a score of 834 out of 1,000 possible points, the highest score of any California airport in the three airport categories surveyed – mega, large and medium.
  • Travelers rated airports on "six factors (in order of importance): terminal facilities; airport arrival/departure; baggage claim; security check; check-in/baggage check; and food, beverage and retail."
  • Our goal is simply to make ONT the airport of choice for travelers in Southern California."