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SVI Radio Interview-Dec. 11: Megan Jenkins, Jackson Hole Airport

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Jackson Hole Airport security now fully federalized

JACKSON (WNE) — The Transportation Security Administration has officially taken over security screening operations at Jackson Hole Airport. The transition, which took place Monday, ended a bumpy, monthslong snafu.  Screeners previously on the airport’s payroll were left scratching their heads…

After cost dispute, Jackson Hole Airport will no longer provide its own security

JACKSON (WNE) — Starting April 1, the Jackson Hole Airport will no longer provide its own security screening services. The Transportation Security Administration announced Wednesday that it selected a private company, Aviation Security Management, LLC, to take the contract. The…

Jackson Hole Airport opens today with new runway, security and parking fees

JACKSON (WNE) — Airplanes will be landing again at one of the nation’s most scenic runways, as the Jackson Hole Airport has reopened. The reopening comes after a 78-day closure to work on a number of projects, chief among them…

Airport runway reconstruction completed ahead of schedule

JACKSON (WNE) — Construction projects at the Jackson Hole Airport are moving forward quickly, with the biggest item — a complete runway reconstruction — already completed ahead of schedule. According to a Wednesday update from the airport, the runway paving…

Jackson Hole Airport Runway Reconstruction Halfway Complete

Project on schedule to reopen to air traffic on June 28 Reconstruction of the Jackson Hole Airport’s (JAC) 50-year-old runway passed the halfway point. The airport has been closed since mid-April for the project and still has one month to…

New record: More than half a million people boarded planes at Jackson Hole Airport in 2021

JACKSON (WNE) — More than half a million people flew out of Jackson Hole in 2021 — a new record for Jackson Hole Airport. In the past few years, massive crowds have descended on the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. Enplanements at…

Jackson Hole Airport construction begins this week

This week, the Jackson Hole Airport began construction on the Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) Checkpoint. The renovations will affect the TSA lanes and the holding area, but the airport remains open and operating.  According to the Jackson Hole Airport, the…

Jackson Hole Airport construction starts Jan. 3

JACKSON (WNE) — The new year will be one of great change for Jackson Hole Airport, with the runway closing April 11 through June 27 for repaving. But the airport’s security checkpoints and hold room will get their makeovers first….

Heli-tours generate noise complaints, but business good

————— By Mike Koshmrl Jackson Hole News&Guide Via- Wyoming News Exchange JACKSON — Melody Ranch resident Mike May was readying for dinner on a Saturday in late July when a red helicopter came in hot overhead. It was about 7:30…