Cincinnati, Oh. (February 24, 2022) – The Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) is teaming up with the University of Cincinnati (UC) to predict crowding and enhance the passenger experience throughout the airport.CVG engaged UC College of Engineering and Applied Science aerospace engineering doctoral student Javier Viaña to utilize airport data to create a software program to help the airport predict when travelers arrive at the airport, broken down into 15-minute increments. By leveraging data collected by another program previously developed by CVG, Viaña has been able to specifically model queue lines at the security checkpoint._CVG data collection visualized through multiple dashboards._  “The main objective of this work is to improve the passenger experience and inform operational decision-making at the airport,” said Candace McGraw, chief executive officer, CVG. “The modeling done by Javier provides the airport and our business partners reliable data to prepare our operations based on passenger arrival predictions, potentially reducing crowding and wait times along the travel journey from parking and check-in to security screening and concessions.”“What makes this model unique is how UC is using artificial intelligence based on fuzzy logic, a type of computer decision making that allows us to provide a human-like explanation for its predictions,” said Javier Viaña. “We refer to this type of algorithms as explainable and transparent.”_Javiar Viaña, UC doctoral student_UC’s work is funded in part through a grant from the Airport Cooperative Research Program ACRP), an industry-driven network that develops near-term practical solutions to airport challenges. This program is supported by the Federal Aviation Administration, the Virginia Space Grant Consortium and The National Academy of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine.“Receiving an ACRP grant award is no easy feat, so it says something about the ever-growing importance of data modeling and the rising applications that utilize artificial intelligence and fuzzy logic over traditional programming methods,” Viaña said. “It’s an honor to have been selected to further this research along with UC and CVG.”This collaboration is a direct result of a multi-year memorandum of understanding (MOU) between UC and CVG. The MOU provides the University’s research talent and emergent technologies a living-laboratory environment (the airport) that is a mutually beneficial relationship.About CVG Airport:CVG Airport has been serving passengers since 1947. The airport welcomed more than 9.1 million passengers in 2019, serving a record number of local passengers. As the airport recovers from the COVID-19 pandemic, it still offers the most nonstop destinations and the lowest average airfares in the region. CVG is diversified in both passenger and cargo operations with an annual economic impact of $6.8 billion. It is the 7th largest cargo airport in North America – home to Amazon Air’s primary U.S. Hub and DHL Express Global Superhub. Learn more at [CVGairport.com](https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcvgairport.com%2F&data=04%7C01%7Csdeatherage%40cvgairport.com%7Ca5e4cedb73ee4acdf6b908d9f7d96ca2%7Ce88b51b645364ffaa129350653cdad28%7C0%7C0%7C637813336666792873%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=Tw3IZktRObH6ftpKObInrBwJ7siWHRe7SgHECPVtD90%3D&reserved=0).

Air Canada has confirmed it will resume nonstop service between CVG Airport and Toronto Pearson (YYZ) on May 1, 2022, after being suspended for nearly two years due to the pandemic. The twice daily flights are now available to book at [aircanada.com](https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.aircanada.com%2Fus%2Fen%2Faco%2Fhome.html&data=04%7C01%7Csdeatherage%40cvgairport.com%7C2fc275ec26fb4f270b6508d9f6e44edd%7Ce88b51b645364ffaa129350653cdad28%7C0%7C0%7C637812282880407951%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=apSlZuP4ZV2EA7IFH6qmR%2BRSWzFgAMP4DsrYw3%2FoX9U%3D&reserved=0).Flights depart CVG daily at 6:10 a.m. and 4:40 p.m., and arrive at YYZ at 7:42 a.m. and 6:12 p.m.“People are ready to travel, and we’re excited to launch service between Cincinnati and Toronto starting May 1 with double daily flights operated by Air Canada Express Jazz with a 50-seat CRJ200. With overall travel demand accelerating, our flights linking Cincinnati and Toronto will be of interest to customers looking to visit friends and family and explore Canada’s largest City. The route will reconnect two well established business markets and Air Canada’s flights are scheduled to connect easily to a myriad of flights across Canada and Europe through our Toronto Pearson hub. We look forward to welcoming you onboard,” said Mark Galardo, Senior Vice President, Network Planning & Revenue Management at Air Canada.“CVG, along with our tourism partners at the Cincinnati USA Convention and Visitors Bureau and meetNKY, are thrilled that Air Canada has confirmed it is resuming its nonstop service between the Cincinnati Region and Toronto,” said [Candace McGraw](https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cvgairport.com%2Fdocs%2Fdefault-source%2Fleadership%2Fcvg_bio_mcgraw_2020-01_v3.pdf%3Fsfvrsn%3D2&data=04%7C01%7Csdeatherage%40cvgairport.com%7C2fc275ec26fb4f270b6508d9f6e44edd%7Ce88b51b645364ffaa129350653cdad28%7C0%7C0%7C637812282880407951%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=mzwWQT%2BMLL3vIRxSB7S%2BpZu%2BwU%2FGUrnP53UCzoWBJA8%3D&reserved=0), chief executive officer, CVG. “This news should encourage our regional business community, particularly, as corporate and international travel demand continue to recover coming out of the pandemic.” First flight departs CVG for YYZ at 4:40 p.m. and arrives at YYZ at 6:12 p.m.About CVG AirportCVG Airport has been serving passengers since 1947. The airport welcomed more than 9.1 million passengers in 2019, serving a record number of local passengers. As the airport recovers from the COVID-19 pandemic, it still offers the most nonstop destinations and the lowest average airfares in the region. CVG is diversified in both passenger and cargo operations with an annual economic impact of $6.8 billion. It is the 7th largest cargo airport in North America – home to Amazon Air’s primary U.S. Hub and DHL Express Global Superhub. Learn more at [CVGairport.com](https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcvgairport.com%2F&data=04%7C01%7Csdeatherage%40cvgairport.com%7C2fc275ec26fb4f270b6508d9f6e44edd%7Ce88b51b645364ffaa129350653cdad28%7C0%7C0%7C637812282880407951%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=EW617Ox5ddZZHKDocYeEFo%2BZYYrP3NH8fO6Zy%2F9O1dI%3D&reserved=0).

WKRC-TV 12 / Kristen Cornett / February 12, 2022ERLANGER, Ky. (WKRC) - Super Bowl weekend has arrived and with that a large arrival of Bengals fans to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport to catch their flights to Los Angeles.[FULL STORY HERE](https://local12.com/news/local/bengals-fans-flood-airport-to-board-flights-to-la-for-super-bowl-cincinnati-cvg-plane) - COMPLETE WITH VIDEO AND PICTURES

WLWT-TV 5 / Brian Hamrick / February 11, 2022HEBRON, Ky. —Among the most Bengals-busy places in the entire area is CVG Airport as fans depart to Los Angles to see the game and others arrive in Cincinnati hoping for a hometown victory celebration.“All you want to do is go out there and be a part of history,” said Bengals fan Chris Bushelman, who was headed to L.A. with his father.“It was on my bucket list. If I ain’t going to do it now. I’m never going to do it,” said Ed Bushelman.Bengals young super fan Kingston Thomas was given a trip to the Super Bowl by the Bengals for his loyalty. He was leaving CVG for LAX Friday.“We’re on our way Cali-bound to go get that big trophy,” said Erica Thomas.“We’re going to bring back the Lombardi,” her son responded.Restaurant owner Jeff Ruby was stopping in Las Vegas before heading to Los Angeles.“I think the whole city of Cincinnati is on that plane with the team and on the way back,” Ruby said. “It’s like the city is in the Super Bowl.”The only place in the airport as busy as departures to Los Angeles was the arrivals to Cincinnati from all over the nation.[FULL STORY HERE](https://www.wlwt.com/article/bengals-fans-cvg-airport/39050335#) with video and pictures

Cincinnati Business Courier / Chris Wetterich / February 7, 2022Frontier and Spirit Airlines announced Monday that they are planning to merge, creating the country's largest ultra-low cost carrier with expanded service. Frontier currently serves Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport.Pending approval by regulators, the merger would create the nation's fifth-largest airline, [according to the New York Times](https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nytimes.com%2F2022%2F02%2F07%2Fbusiness%2Ffrontier-spirit-airlines-merger.html&data=04%7C01%7Csdeatherage%40cvgairport.com%7C7016cc3ceb2c4969fff308d9ebfbc4e2%7Ce88b51b645364ffaa129350653cdad28%7C0%7C0%7C637800288843008228%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=g0PdGVqh043MRrClb1eCnYvr1APn5PEbO77xwJW2K%2BA%3D&reserved=0). At CVG, Frontier is the fourth-largest airline in terms of passengers carried behind Delta, American and Allegiant.Denver-based Frontier was key to the drastic lowering of CVG's fares over the past nine years. It was the first low-cost carrier to give CVG a chance in decades, starting a flight to Denver in 2013. Since then, Allegiant and Southwest have entered the market, helping drive the average fare downward.Miramar, Fla.-based Spirit does not currently offer service from CVG.In a release, the company said it expects to offer more low fares to more travelers in more U.S., Latin American and Caribbean destinations. The companies claimed the merger will deliver $1 billion in annual consumer savings. The two companies offer more than 1,000 daily flights to 145 destinations in 19 countries. It's unclear exactly how the merger will affect CVG, but Frontier has lagged behind Allegiant in passengers and non-stop destinations for years. If the merger does result in the combined company offering more flights, it could be a boon for CVG and shore up Frontier as it competes against Allegiant.Ultra-low cost carriers offer an unbundled, basic fare and then charge fees for everything else, including seat assignments, checked and carry-on baggage, snacks and other amenities.At CVG, Frontier is listed as offering direct flights to Atlanta, Cancun, Dallas, Denver, Fort Myers, Las Vegas, Miami, New Orleans, Orlando, Sarasota and Tampa.[FULL STORY HERE (subscription-based)](https://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/news/2022/02/07/one-of-cvgs-carriers-is-merging-with-spirit-airli.html)

The Lane Report / February 1, 2022ERLANGER, Ky. – The Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) continued its forward momentum in 2021 despite turbulence caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, the airport said in a press release last week. Whether on the passenger or cargo side of the business, or completing major projects, the airport remained focused on its [five-year strategic plan](https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cvgairport.com%2Fdocs%2Fdefault-source%2Fnew-heights%2Fcvg-airport-new-heights-strategic-plan-overview-34e4ceb1-9fec-4e2a-8dd8-dceba0e4e8a7.pdf%3FStatus%3DMaster%26sfvrsn%3D9045615_3&data=04%7C01%7Csdeatherage%40cvgairport.com%7Cef52fefffe4547bc9cf408d9e03e28bc%7Ce88b51b645364ffaa129350653cdad28%7C0%7C0%7C637787379869626284%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=2EKfDkQleUiJM2kjkFHjqkyi0Qv%2BH9fEpVhCwhu6DqA%3D&reserved=0) and made significant progress throughout the year, CVG officials said.“We’ve continued to evolve, adapt and prove our resilience,” said Candace McGraw, chief executive officer. “We remain focused on our strategic objectives to redefine and elevate the role of the airport in this region.”McGraw recently was named vice chair of Airports Council International, an organization that represents the collective interests of airports around the world and advocates for excellence in the aviation industry. She became vice-chair of the organization in January, but has been an active member of the ACI World Governing Board since 2018. (Check it out: ACI shared an [interview with McGraw](https://blog.aci.aero/interview-with-candace-s-mcgraw-as-aci-worlds-new-vice-chair/) on its blog, where she discusses her time on the board and her vision for the next two years.)McGraw has been at CVG since 2009 and has served as its CEO since July 2011.Among 2021’s bright spots: Passenger traffic increased. The airport served 6.4 million travelers ending the year at 70% of pre-pandemic passenger levels, up from 40% in 2020. Alaska Airlines began daily nonstop service and announced additional frequency to Seattle. Sun Country Airlines began nonstop service to Minneapolis. Airlines restarted eight route options and introduced 11 new route options. CVG continued to have the lowest airfares in the region for four years in a row. Cargo broke records. At the end of 2021, cargo tonnage was up 18% over 2020, and eclipsed 100% growth over the last five years. Amazon Air opened its largest U.S. air hub, an investment of $1.5 billion. Major construction projects continued unimpeded despite the pandemic. The new rental car and ground transportation center opened ($175 million). Runway 9/27 rehabilitation was completed ($69 million). International clearance capability for private aircraft improved with the opening of a new General Aviation Facility ($1.2 million). CVG was honored with several prestigious awards: Best Regional Airport in North America (top U.S. airport) by Skytrax; Voice of the Customer recognition by Airports Council International; Best Places to Work in NKY. CVG took on the management and operation of the Miami University Airport (OXD). CVG launched an online apparel and gifts store, Shop.CVGairport.com, for travelers to further engage with the airport and show off their hometown pride and passion for travel.In 2022, the airport is celebrating its 75th anniversary with a year-long travel sweepstakes and events throughout the year. Each month, one lucky winner will receive an airfare voucher with one of CVG’s airline partners to make their travel dreams come true. (More info at [CVGairport.com/CVG75](https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcvgairport.com%2FCVG75&data=04%7C01%7Csdeatherage%40cvgairport.com%7Cef52fefffe4547bc9cf408d9e03e28bc%7Ce88b51b645364ffaa129350653cdad28%7C0%7C0%7C637787379869626284%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=j5Lk%2BYcWbxtVPcfgPy6frcZ5msYI%2BT8TFREfzEzzLSo%3D&reserved=0).)CVG also will continue airport construction and infrastructure updates in 2022. Terminal improvements to enhance the passenger experience are underway, and Concourse B passenger loading bridges will begin to be replaced. Ramp space will be reconstructed for remote parking needs and to support further cargo growth. Continued taxiway and apron rehabilitation will be completed. Projects to strengthen and support CVG’s air cargo users and footprint will be prioritized.The airport plans to further diversify revenue by leveraging business partnerships and identifying new opportunities for aeronautical and non-aeronautical revenues, it said in a press release.[FULL STORY HERE](https://www.lanereport.com/151980/2022/02/cvg-continues-forward-momentum-mcgraw-to-lead-global-airports-council/)

Cincinnati Business Courier / Chris Wetterich / January 31, 2021Two airlines are offering special, non-stop flights to Los Angeles International Airport from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport for the Super Bowl.United Airlines and American Airlines, which do not typically have nonstop flights from CVG to LAX, will offer them in the days leading up to and following the Cincinnati Bengals' appearance in Super Bowl LVI against the Los Angeles Rams.The United and American flights are in addition to the nonstop flights already offered by Delta Air Lines and Allegiant Air.Delta Air Lines also announced Monday that it is adding flights for Cincinnati travelers to Los AngelesHere’s the complete schedule of flights heading to and from Los Angeles around Super Bowl week as of Monday, according to Kayak.com:Flights from CVG to LAXTHURSDAY FEB. 10American Leaves CVG at 12:20 p.m., arrives LAX at 2:25 p.m. Leaves CVG at 3:30 p.m., arrives LAX at 5:25 p.m.Delta Leaves CVG at 6:01 a.m., arrives LAX at 8:05 a.m.FRIDAY FEB. 11Allegiant Leaves CVG at 6:30 a.m., arrives LAX at 8:26 a.m.United Leaves CVG at 9 a.m., arrives LAX at 11:05 a.m. Leaves CVG at 10:30 a.m., arrives LAX at 12:35 p.m. Leaves CVG at 12:30 p.m., arrives LAX at 2:35 p.m. Leaves CVG at 1:30 p.m., arrives LAX at 3:35 p.m. Leaves CVG at 5 p.m., arrives LAX at 7:05 p.m.[FULL STORE HERE (subscription-based)](https://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/news/2022/01/31/super-bowl-flights.html)

WKRC-TV 12 / January 31, 2022CINCINNATI (WKRC) - Airlines are adding extra flights to get Cincinnati residents to the Super Bowl.CVG Airport tweeted on Sunday night that United has added 12 nonstop flights to and from Los Angeles International Airport on Feb. 11 and 12 with return flights on the 13 and 14.American Airlines and Delta have added similar flights, according to the tweet.[FULL STORY HERE](https://local12.com/news/nation-world/airlines-adding-extra-flights-to-get-bengals-fans-to-super-bowl-in-la-cincinnati-cvg-airport-lax)

Erlanger, Ky. (January 25, 2022) – The Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) continued its forward momentum in 2021 despite turbulence caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Whether on the passenger or cargo side of the business, or completing major projects, the airport remained focused on its [five-year strategic plan](https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cvgairport.com%2Fdocs%2Fdefault-source%2Fnew-heights%2Fcvg-airport-new-heights-strategic-plan-overview-34e4ceb1-9fec-4e2a-8dd8-dceba0e4e8a7.pdf%3FStatus%3DMaster%26sfvrsn%3D9045615_3&data=04%7C01%7Csdeatherage%40cvgairport.com%7Cef52fefffe4547bc9cf408d9e03e28bc%7Ce88b51b645364ffaa129350653cdad28%7C0%7C0%7C637787379869626284%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=2EKfDkQleUiJM2kjkFHjqkyi0Qv%2BH9fEpVhCwhu6DqA%3D&reserved=0) and made significant progress throughout the year.“We’ve continued to evolve, adapt and prove our resilience,” said Candace McGraw, chief executive officer, CVG. “We remain focused on our strategic objectives to redefine and elevate the role of the airport in this region.”Some of the highlights include: Passenger traffic increased. The airport served 6.4 million travelers ending the year at 70 percent of pre-pandemic passenger levels, up from 40 percent in 2020. Alaska Airlines began daily nonstop service and announced additional frequency to Seattle. Sun Country Airlines began nonstop service to Minneapolis. Airlines restarted eight route options and introduced 11 new route options.  CVG continued to have the lowest airfares in the region for four years in a row. Cargo broke records. At the end of 2021, cargo tonnage was up 18 percent over 2020, and eclipsed 100 percent growth over the last five years. Amazon Air opened its largest U.S. air hub, an investment of $1.5 billion. Major construction projects continued unimpeded despite the pandemic. The new rental car and ground transportation center opened ($175 million). Runway 9/27 rehabilitation was completed ($69 million). International clearance capability for private aircraft improved with the opening of a new General Aviation Facility ($1.2 million). CVG was honored with several prestigious awards: Best Regional Airport in North America (top U.S. airport) by Skytrax; Voice of the Customer recognition by Airports Council International; Best Places to Work in NKY. CVG took on the management and operation of the Miami University Airport (OXD). CVG launched an online apparel and gifts store, [Shop.CVGairport.com](https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fshop.cvgairport.com%2Fcvg%2Fshop%2Fhome&data=04%7C01%7Csdeatherage%40cvgairport.com%7Cef52fefffe4547bc9cf408d9e03e28bc%7Ce88b51b645364ffaa129350653cdad28%7C0%7C0%7C637787379869626284%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=gMSCx3KTFwVB6xQeqWqYyRkAjdz%2Bmwpb2kZahrc79Kc%3D&reserved=0), for travelers to further engage with the airport and show off their hometown pride and passion for travel. CVG’s year in review can be viewed [here](https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cvgairport.com%2Fdocs%2Fdefault-source%2Fnew-heights%2F2021-quarterly-pubs%2Fcvg-new-heights---2021-year-in-review-lr8cd9903e-3b0e-4c83-a791-e7d6ce1c0ee7.pdf%3FStatus%3DMaster%26sfvrsn%3D9de45915_3&data=04%7C01%7Csdeatherage%40cvgairport.com%7Cef52fefffe4547bc9cf408d9e03e28bc%7Ce88b51b645364ffaa129350653cdad28%7C0%7C0%7C637787379869626284%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=pWYRKaSZKG6yaJt2v5HlANPcV20t%2BJQJDxAvvcExrho%3D&reserved=0).Here’s what’s to come in 2022: The airport celebrates its 75th anniversary with a year-long travel sweepstakes and events throughout the year. Each month, one lucky winner will receive an airfare voucher with one of CVG’s airline partners to make their travel dreams come true. More info at [CVGairport.com/CVG75](https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcvgairport.com%2FCVG75&data=04%7C01%7Csdeatherage%40cvgairport.com%7Cef52fefffe4547bc9cf408d9e03e28bc%7Ce88b51b645364ffaa129350653cdad28%7C0%7C0%7C637787379869626284%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=j5Lk%2BYcWbxtVPcfgPy6frcZ5msYI%2BT8TFREfzEzzLSo%3D&reserved=0). Airport construction and infrastructure updates will continue. Terminal improvements to enhance the passenger experience are already underway. Concourse B passenger loading bridges will begin to be replaced. Ramp space will be reconstructed for remote parking needs and to support further cargo growth. Continued taxiway and apron rehabilitation will be completed. Projects to strengthen and support CVG’s air cargo users and footprint will be prioritized.   CVG will further diversify revenue by leveraging business partnerships and identifying new opportunities for aeronautical and non-aeronautical revenues.