Airport Guide

The passengers with reduced mobility enjoy a special attention within the airport, proved by the services and facilities which are offered to them.

The category of persons with reduced mobility includes any person whose mobility is reduced due to a physical incapacity (sensorial or locomotive), to a psychical deficiency, to age, illness or other cause (persons who are using a wheelchair, persons with sight problems, very old persons, very tall or very fat persons).
Before starting the travel

In order to travel by air, request special assistance when you reserve your ticket. The agent responsible for boarding will be announced in advance about the type of assistance needed whereas you will be helped by a qualified person.

Parking

There are places especially designated for passengers with reduced mobility in the airport parking lots. The access from the parking to the International Departures Terminal is facilitated by an access ramp (follow the indicator). The public parking lot corresponding to the International Arrivals and Domestic Flights Terminal is fitted with elevators.

Inside the terminal

The access doors of the terminals are automatic.
Access to the different levels of the terminals for the passengers who are using wheelhairs is facilitated by wide elevators fitted with a command panel installed at an adequate height. The areas which can not be accessed using the elevators are provided with mobile platforms (please request assistance to the handling agent or to the staff of the airline you are flying).
In all the airport areas there are toilets especially designed in order to be used by the persons who are using wheelchairs (see the map).
The public phones are installed at an adequate height and can be found in all the terminals areas.

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Welcome to Madeira

With connections to 45 airports and a capacity for receiving 3,500,000 passengers, Madeira Airport is today a safe, modern and functional infrastructure where the availability and quality of its services guarantee its passengers an excellent stay on the island.

History
For many years, the sea represented the only means by which the islands could be reached. Madeira was no exception and, more than anything else, just arriving here was, in itself, a privilege. From the island, people either emigrated or embarked on tourist cruises, since, for many shipping companies, this was an obligatory port of call because of the archipelago’s great beauty and exoticism.
Given the evolution in technology, but never forgetting the natural limitations of that time, a new era was embarked upon that was to completely revolutionise the relationship between the island and the outside world.
The history of aviation in the Madeira archipelago dates back to the period after the Second World War.

Article Source And Airport Website : www.anam.pt

The island of Porto Santo was the first in the Autonomous Region of Madeira to have an airport infrastructure.
In 1959, the contract was awarded for the first phase of the building of Porto Santo Airport. It ran in an almost north-south direction, was appropriately surfaced and signposted and had an aircraft parking apron and a small passenger terminal of a temporary nature. The runway at Porto Santo was 2000 metres long.
The first aircraft to land here was a DC-4 from the TAP airline, piloted by Amado da Cunha, on 20 July 1960.
Over the years, some improvements have been made to this infrastructure. Firstly, the runway was extended to 2440 metres in length and the aircraft parking apron was enlarged. In the early 1980s, the runway was resurfaced. After this, the major redesign of Porto Santo Airport began, still in the 1980s, culminating in the inauguration of our passenger terminal on 28 August 1995. During this phase, the runway was extended to 3000 metres and resurfaced, together with the construction of a new aircraft parking apron and a new and larger traffic circulation route.
This set of building works made it possible for any type of aircraft to operate at Porto Santo Airport, and at the same time new facilities were built to provide support to aircraft navigation, namely a new control tower and a radar for supporting the air traffic flying over Porto Santo.

Article Source Airport Website : www.anam.pt

Porto Santo Airport (Portugal Airport)

New Terminal 2 at Lisbon Airport

For domestic flights

Terminal 2 opens its doors on 1 August

Occupying a total area of 7,700 square meters, Terminal 2 will include a check-in area with 2,100 square meters, with 22 counters, six electronic check-in kiosks (CUSS), a position to weigh luggage, another to process non-standard luggage, six Security Control posts, Airline Company ticket counters, Restaurant area, lavatories, and technical assistance facilities.
The new Terminal can process nearly 66 daily departures and a total of 5,000 passengers, a fourth of which are transfers.  Thus, the boarding lounge, adjacent to the check-in area, shall have 12 boarding gates, of which one is for transfer passengers that will board domestic flights.
The waiting area in the Boarding Lounge has a capacity to seat 480 passengers, a space dedicated to Restaurants and Shops, a Lounge with 50 seats, lavatories, and assistance facilities.
New air terminal has 22 check-in counters
Access
As of 1 August, passengers that wish to board domestic flights from Lisbon will have to do so from Terminal 2 of the Airport of Lisbon.  In this first phase, TAP, SATA, and Aerocondor are the only carriers that will use the new Terminal, which has the capacity to process 1,500 passengers per hour.
Located at the extreme south of the Airport, in front of Segunda Circular, outside access to the new Terminal of the Airport of Lisbon is carried out through a road with an entrance next to the current departure area on Alameda das Comunidades Portuguesas.  Since there is no parking, access to the new Terminal only allows dropping off passengers that go by taxi, tourist buses, or that are driven there in private vehicles.
Whoever chooses to drive his/her own car will, thus, have as parking options, either the Main Terminal parking lots or the use of the new ValetXpress service.
Another alternative for access will be through the main Terminal, from which permanent free shuttles will be available from the departure areas of the current terminal to Terminal 2, and between the parking lots (P5, P4; P3) and Terminal 2.  In this first phase, the new infrastructure operates exclusively for Departures, and the Arrivals of these domestic flights will continue to be processed through the Main Terminal, to which the passengers are transported.

Transfer Passengers
Transfer passengers shall be channeled to a specific area – the QTC (Quick Transfer Center), where there will be ten passport control posts, a waiting lounge with 24 seats, five check-in counters, two entrance gateways, one of which for Schengen passengers and the other for Non-Schengen and Other passengers, and two exit gateways for Schengen departures and Non-Schengen and Other departures, lavatories, assistance area, and customs area.  With 1,200 square meters, this area possesses a capacity to process 750 passengers per hour.
Luggage Processing

Despite not having a luggage pick-up area, since it is meant exclusively for departures, the new infrastructure includes a luggage terminal with the capacity to process 1,800 bags/hour through two slope plate carousels.

For more information, please contact:

21 841 35 00
ANA Aeroportos de Portugal - Rui S. Oliveira

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Graf air freight is one of the leading air freight services that many business and companies have relied on for years now. This is because of the highly competitive service that Graf is known for. They are famous for providing logistic solution in transporting time-sensitive materials both internationally and domestically.

In addition, they have a highly trained customer service support present 24 hours a day and 7 days a week. These people are ready to answer any queries and eager to help their customers plan out the best strategy so that their package will be delivered on time and in the best condition.

What makes Graf air freight service different from the rest is that they maintain strict standards regarding shipment. This is because they know that there is a constant need for things and materials to be moved around. With the many issues that involve these kinds of services, it is important that customer satisfaction is first in mind.

Graf is continuously formulating new strategies to improve their service. The one thing they focus on is to avoid the many problems that are related with air freight shipment.

But then it is not only the air freight service that is responsible transporting cargo effectively and efficiently. It can be noted that customers have to do their part so that their package or cargo will be shipped effectively and efficiently.

Below are some tips to help avoid air freight problems.

1. Pad all fragile items.

If you are shipping breakable items with unbreakable ones, it is important that you pad the fragile items carefully. Rough handling cannot be avoided especially if you do not make a note regarding the contents of your package.

Even if you are assured that your package will be handled right, unavoidable circumstances are sure to happen. Rather than take the risk that chance, it is best to provide additional safety measures so that none of the materials will be compromised.

2. Fill up your box.

It is not advisable to ship partially or half filled boxes. This is because boxes are filed on top of another. When this happens, your box has the tendency to be crushed by heavier boxes.

The best option would be to put your package in a smaller box. This way, all the space will be consumed and the materials will be made intact and immobile.

3. Pack perishable items properly.

If you want you package to arrive fresh and edible in their destination, you have to make sure that you put them in the proper package before shipping them.

There are rules and regulations that customers should adhere to when they want to ship perishable items. Make sure that you know about these rules beforehand. You can always contact their customer service so that you will not violate one or two of their rules.

4. Infectious substances and dangerous goods.

Most air freight services have strict standards regarding the shipment of dangerous chemicals and goods. Some of them do not even accept these kinds of shipment.

For those who do, you are required to provide the necessary documentation that will support the safe shipment of these materials. Be prepared to provide these documentations.

These are some of the tips that Graf air freight are providing their customers. In doing your part, you can be assured that the company will do the rest.

Are you are American traveler?  If so, there will likely come a point in your life when you would take a trip out of the country. With all of the amazing places to see, it is difficult to choose, but many travelers make the decision to visit Australia.  If you are interested in doing so, you will need to find an Australian airport to fly in and out of, but most importantly, that airport needs to be known as an international airport.

An international airport is an airport that services individuals from all around the world.  With world travel it is impossible to fly on a domestic flight, you need an international flight; however, not all airports are equipped to handle international flights.  That is why international airports are important, especially if you are flying to Australia from the United Sates, or even another area of the world.  In Australia, like many other popular vacation destinations, you will find that you have a number of different airport options.  One of your options is Perth International Airport.

The Perth International Airport is known as one of Australia’s most popular and most well known airports.  One of the reasons why the Perth International Airport is so popular is because of its location. The city of Perth is often referred to as Western Australia’s capital district. For that reason, a large number travelers need to use the airport, for both domestic and international flights.  Although, at the current time, Australia has not had a large problem with terrorism or airport security, you will find that you are still subject to undergo the proper screening and follow all airport rules. In most cases, you will find that these rules differ between international flights and domestic flights. 

When it comes to international flights, at the Perth International Airport, you will be subject to additional screening. That screening may prohibit you from brining certain items aboard an airplane, even if they are allowed in Australia. If you are heading to the United States or even the United Kingdom, you will find that there is a ban on all liquids in your carryon luggage.  Depending on the airline that you are traveling with, you may be prohibited from bringing these items aboard your airplane, even though you are currently on Australian soil. That is why it is advised that you check with your airline before making your final travel preparations, such as packing your bags.

If you need to leave your vehicle, whether it be your own vehicle or a rental vehicle, at the Perth International Airport, you will need to make the proper arrangements. As with most other airports, both international and domestic, the Perth International Airport has paid parking for all travelers.  There is even a low-cost and convenient parking lot for those who are scheduled for an international flight.  If you are unable to drive your own vehicle or rent a car, you will find that the Perth International Airport offers a number of different services to air travelers, including a taxi service and a bus service. 

Although it is best that you be concerned with the parking and air travel rules that the Perth International Airport has, you may also want to make sure that you enjoy yourself. If you are interested, the Perth International Airport has a large number of restaurants and retail stores.  The airport shopping center, the one that is located within in the international airport terminal, is not only tax free, but it is filled with things that you and those that you left behind would love. Also, you will find that most stores only sell items that are allowed aboard all international flights.  This will help to prevent you from wasting your money on a purchase that you can’t even bring along with you.

If you are planning on scheduling a flight in or out of the Perth International Airport, it is advised that you familiarize yourself with the airport first.  In addition to learning what airlines the airport services, you may also want to famialrize yourself with anything else that you want to know, such as airport rules, shopping, dinning, and more.  You can easily do this by visiting the online website of the Perth International Airport. That online website can be found at www.perthairport.com.

Are you an American who is looking to fly out of the country? If so, you will need to find an international airport to fly in and out of.  If you live in or around Iowa, you may want to look into the Des Moines International Airport.  After you have fully researched and examined the airport, you will likely find that it has everything that you want, as well as everything that you need. 

The Des Moines International Airport, like many other airports, is only serviced by a limited number of airlines. Those airlines include Allegiant Air, American Eagle, Comair-Delta, Continental Express, Midwest Airlines, Northwest Airlines, United Airlines and, US Airways.  If you are utilizing the Des Moines International Airport for the purpose of flying out of the country, you will find that not all airlines offer international flights.  That is why it is advised that you keep this in mind when choosing an airline to fly with.

After you have made the proper airline reservations, you can begin to prepare for the rest of your tip.  Namely, your packing.  When doing so, it is advised that you keep all air travel rules in mind.  In addition to the air travel rules that you must follow domestically, you are advised to famialrize yourself with the rules that can be found in other countries. It is the best way to ensure that you will be able to have a pleasant experience, let alone even make it to your intended destination. You can easily do this by contacting the Des Moines International Airport directly or by visiting the online website of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). That online website can be found at www.tsa.gov.

Once you arrive at the Des Moines International Airport, you will have to show the proper forms of identification at the first check-in point. This should be where you will receive all of your boarding passes.  If you are flying out of the country, you will need to have additional identification documents. These documents may include your passport, a certificate of citizen ship, or a copy of your birth certificate. The type of documents required will likely depend on where you are traveling to and which airline you are flying with.  In the event that you do not have the proper forms of identification, you will likely be prohibited from proceeding any further. 

As long as you have the proper forms of identification, you should be able to proceed to the next security checkpoint. At the Des Moines International Airport, like most other international airports, you will find that at the airport security checkpoints are more intense than those for domestic flights. That is why it is extremely important that you arrive at the airport early. The Des Moines International Airport recommends that you arrive at least two hours in advance.  For international flights, they recommend that you arrive even earlier. 

Depending on how you plan on arriving at the Des Moines International Airport, you may need to make additional accommodations.  In the event that you are able to receive a ride to the airport from someone that you know, your travel will be as easy as it could possibly be.  If you are planning on driving yourself to the airport, you will have to familiarize yourself with airport parking and fees.  In the event that you need assistance getting to the airport, you will find that a number of buses and taxi cabs service the area.

If you have already made your flight reservations, out of the Des Moines International Airport, you will want to familiarize yourself with the airport layout, if you haven’t already done so.  If you are unfamiliar with the airport, you can easily examine its layout online. In fact, you can also print off a small, but detailed map of the whole airport.  You can find this map, as well as other valuable information by visiting the Des Moines International Airport website. That website can be found at www.dsmairport.com.