Cincinnati Business Courier / Chris Wetterich / January 21, 202Carriers at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport moved more cargo in 2021 than at any point in the airport’s history, which allowed the airport to reach pre-pandemic levels of landed weight, despite the continued absence of most business travelers because of the pandemic.That’s significant because the airport’s revenues depend in part upon the tonnage airplanes carry as they land at the airport. It includes both cargo and passengers.CVG set new all-time monthly records in both November and December during the busy holiday season for the amount of cargo that landed – 158,273 tons in November and 168,059 tons in December. The airport already had set an all-time cargo record in October as well.For the year, carriers brought 1.7 million tons of cargo through the airport. Some months, CVG was the 21st-largest cargo airport in the world, while in others, it was the 20th-largest.“You can’t say enough about cargo,” said [Bobby Spann](https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bizjournals.com%2Fcincinnati%2Fsearch%2Fresults%3Fq%3DBobby%2520Spann&data=04%7C01%7Csdeatherage%40cvgairport.com%7Cad764d6068d34ee1c7cc08d9dd1c8784%7Ce88b51b645364ffaa129350653cdad28%7C0%7C0%7C637783936877478970%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=2M635cVr68qKsg2%2FGBeK3ez7XjoAIYf8ilsu9xM2UvE%3D&reserved=0), CVG’s vice president for external affairs.Cargo now represents 69% of the landed weight at the airport, with passenger operations comprising 31%.[FULL STORY HERE](https://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/news/2022/01/21/cvg-hits-a-new-milestone-on-cargo.html) (subscription-based)

_CVG Airport serving 70% of pre-pandemic passenger volumes_Erlanger, Ky. (January 19, 2022) – The U.S. Department of Transportation released its average airfare ranking report for the third quarter of 2021, and the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) once again has the lowest airfares in the region. CVG has held this title for four consecutive years since the second quarter of 2017. Among the top 100 U.S. domestic airports, CVG ranks #78 with an average fare of $286; down 15% compared to 2019 and nine percent below the national average of $314. To learn more on how the rankings are determined, you can visit CVG’s [_On the Horizon_](https://cvgairport.com/about/on-the-horizon/going-behind-the-dollars-and-cents-on-airfares) blog.Regional comparisons: CVG ranked #78 – average fare $286 Louisville (SDF) ranked #67 – average fare $303 Indianapolis (IND) ranked #62 – average fare $307 Columbus (CMH) ranked #48 – average fare $323 CVG ended 2021 at 70% of pre-pandemic passenger levels, serving an estimated 6.4 million travelers. The mix of low airfares and more travel options at CVG will continue to fuel the return of air travel as the economy recovers from the COVID-19 pandemic and most recent surge of the Omicron variant.  ###About CVG Airport:CVG 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://cvgairport.com/).

WLWT-TV 5 / January 10, 2022The Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport is celebrating 75 years of commercial flight and, to celebrate, the airport is announcing a yearlong sweepstakes.Jan. 10 marks CVG's 75th anniversary. On Jan. 10, 1947, the first flight landed at CVG, which was an American Airlines flight from Cleveland.ollowing that monumental flight landing, the airport scheduled around 24 passenger flights per day. Since then, Cincinnati's airport has grown and expanded with both passenger and cargo activity, CVG officials said.To celebrate the airport's 75th anniversary, CVG officials want to make people's travel dreams come true. The airport is hosting a Travel Dream Sweepstakes all year long.One lucky winner will be drawn each month. They will receive at minimum a $500 travel voucher for a flight from CVG. The first lucky winner will receive two roundtrip tickets from American Airlines.The sweepstakes will run from Jan. 10 through Dec. 31.[Click here to learn more and enter the sweepstakes.](https://cvgairport.com/CVG75)[FULL STORY AND VIDEO HERE](https://www.wlwt.com/article/cvg-75th-anniversary-sweepstakes/38726624#)

Erlanger, Ky. (January 10, 2022) – Today marks the 75th anniversary of commercial flight at the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG). On January 10, 1947, at 9:23 a.m., the first flight landed at CVG, which was an American Airlines flight from Cleveland, OH. Minutes later, the first Delta Airlines and TWA flights landed. Scheduled passenger service at that time averaged about 24 flights daily.Since that time, CVG has grown and expanded into a diversified business with both passenger and cargo activity resulting in $6.8 Billion economic impact on the entire region each year.Today, the airport celebrated with American Airlines by surprising and delighting travelers with live music and giveaways including cake pops, cookies and swag from both the airport and airline. The airport also announced a year-long travel sweepstakes, where, every month, one lucky winner will receive an airfare voucher with one of CVG’s airline partners to make their travel dreams come true.“This year, to celebrate all of the milestones throughout our 75 years, we are focused on inspiring travel once again,” said Candace McGraw, chief executive officer, CVG. “We want to ask the community to not only think about their travel dreams, but to go out there and pursue them. With our monthly giveaway, we will help 12 lucky winners pursue those dream trips.”“For 75 years, we’ve had the privilege to help support the airport’s growth by connecting residents with the people and places that matter most to them, and in helping the international community have access to the Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky area,” said Esther Maldonado, Managing Director of Central Division Sales for American Airlines. “We’re proud to celebrate this milestone together.”More announcements will be made throughout the year, which will be included on CVG’s 75th anniversary webpage. You can learn more and enter the travel dream sweepstakes at [CVGairport.com/CVG75](https://cvgairport.com/CVG75).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://cvgairport.com/).

AI TechPark / December 17, 2021For the first time, travelers this holiday season will be able to make and receive contactless orders at the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International AirportOttonomy announces that Ottobots, a fleet of fully [autonomous delivery robots](https://ai-techpark.com/brain-corp-deploys-in-store-autonomous-delivery-robots-for-retail/) for food and retail, are now available at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG). This is the first autonomous robotic delivery of food, beverage and lifestyle products in an airport environment.Officially launched for the holiday travel season, passengers are now able to order contactless delivery directly to their location in Concourse B of the airport, delivered by an autonomous robot. Customers can select grab and go, beverage and travel items sold at select retail stores operated by Paradies Lagardere via orderatcvg.com on [mobile devices](https://ai-techpark.com/healthtech/mobile-fitness-health-apps-fitness-wearables/).Customers receive status updates on their phone and a unique QR code, which can be scanned by the robot’s top camera to open the secure compartment and retrieve their items. The entire delivery experience is contactless and fully autonomous, a first in the industry.“At CVG, we are redefining the travel experience by combining talent and tech to deliver innovative solutions,” said Candace McGraw, chief executive officer, CVG Airport. “We’ve built a culture of innovation at the airport and are excited to partner with Ottonomy to test and advance this technology in a live, airport environment.”The original pilot of Ottobots at CVG started running in late 2020. The partners gathered feedback from participating passengers including details on the experience, cost and desire to have autonomous delivery in airports. These live robot deliveries will gather additional research to further develop the program and user experience.Ritukar Vijay, Co-Founder and CEO of Ottonomy Inc, said, “This launch is a testament to CVG’s commitment to innovation and customer experience. We are able to provide a safe and secure experience through our Ottobots, executing automated contactless deliveries of food and beverage and retail products. COVID-19 has changed the way we all interact and relate to travel, making contactless delivery even more relevant and essential.”Ottobots navigate autonomously through crowds and unpredictable environments using Ottonomy’s proprietary Contextual Mobility navigation tech. The overall system is highly scalable and flexible utilizing a comprehensive suite of cloud tools that manages a fleet of robots deployed throughout different areas of an airport.To learn more about Ottonomy’s Ottobots you can visit the website: https://ottonomy.io/ or download assets from the Ottonomy Press Kit.For more such updates and perspectives around Digital Innovation, IoT, Data Infrastructure, AI & Cybersecurity, go to [AI-Techpark.com](http://ai-techpark.com/news/).[FULL STORY HERE](https://ai-techpark.com/ottonomy-launches-fully-autonomous-delivery-robots-at-cvg-airport/)

Erlanger, Ky. (December 16, 2021) – The Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) expects December holiday travel to be spread out over the next two weeks beginning Saturday, 12/18 through Sunday, 1/2.CVG estimates travel volume for this time period to be 90 percent of 2019 levels. The busier days will be Monday, 12/20 and Sunday, 1/2, but again traffic will be spread out over more days than Thanksgiving travel. The busiest times for departures are as usual 5:00 – 7:00 a.m. with the busier arrival times on some days being 10:00 – 11:00 p.m.“We are expecting to serve 90 percent of the volume we saw in 2019 during the two-week December holiday travel period,” said Candace McGraw, chief executive officer, CVG. “As people plan for their trips, we encourage travelers to travel healthy and adhere to good public health practices. We’re also encouraging travelers to pack some patience and remember a little kindness is always welcomed by crew members and fellow travelers.”As travelers prepare for their trips, here are specific changes and things to plan for: Travelers should remember to pack a mask or two as they are required to be worn inside the airport and on the aircraft. CVG’s Terminal Garage, ValuPark, Economy Lot and Valet service are open for travelers. For travelers with mobility needs, wheelchair assistance can be scheduled through the airline. Ground transportation drop-off and pick-up locations have changed with the opening of the new rental car and ground transportation center. Travelers can view those changes and other updates to CVG’s facilities at [CVGairport.com/LetsGo](https://cvgairport.com/letsgo).CVG remains the regional leader in offering the most nonstop destinations and the lowest airfares. To review nonstop flights offered at CVG, please check [here](https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cvgairport.com%2Fnonstopdestinations&data=04%7C01%7Cmkershner%40cvgairport.com%7C4ca2401c4c6749e9753608d88bf854db%7C6a1858161bcc4c24b4487abfacd1c666%7C0%7C0%7C637413245987400279%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=nI%2FXeNTYYNJRx0qkAxolmvJjNbL4%2Bofash4WLsItmqo%3D&reserved=0).To schedule media availability or request to be on site at CVG, please contact Mindy Kershner at [mkershner@cvgairport.com](mailto:mkershner@cvgairport.com).About CVG Airport:CVG 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://cvgairport.com/).

November 22, 2021  (Erlanger, KY) — Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) is working with TaskWatch and AWS Panorama to implement custom computer vision applications. After a successful pilot in 2020 where analytics were applied to video feeds and integrated into CVG’s existing TaskWatch wearable platform, the airport has now adopted TaskWatch for multiple operational areas for connected workers to respond in real-time to events detected by computer vision.TaskWatch captures existing video streams and detects events defined by airport operations leaders using AWS Panorama. Computer vision algorithms are then run on the edge computing device. Once TaskWatch identifies an event or an anomaly, the system triggers work processes for employees equipped with a TaskWatch wearable device to initiate the appropriate response.Traditional work efforts at the airport have relied on visual cues and radio relays among specific team members leaving others potentially left out or the information misinterpreted. Computer vision automates the same process over multiple and simultaneous events, something that a widely dispersed team is challenged to do under the best of circumstances. Tracking to this level of detail helps ensure that service activities run smoothly, and passengers have the most up-to-date travel information.When the airport was first designed, more than 80% of passengers were connecting through CVG. The remaining 20% of passengers came through the Terminal, or the airport’s “front door.” Now, approximately 95% of passengers start or end their travel through that same front door without major structural modifications. Even with a lower 2019 year-end passenger volume of 9.1 million, capacity through the same Terminal building, curbsides, and roadways handle more than 8.6 million passengers, nearly double the peak activity in the airport’s previous connection-hub days. Faced with limited infrastructure and the reality of not being able to build a new Terminal or add additional roadways, CVG has turned to advancing technologies to manage capacity constraints while maintaining its commitment to customer service and brand reputation.Chief Innovation Officer for CVG Brian Cobb explains:_“CVG Airport is committed to providing a world-class travel experience through continuous innovation and strategic partnerships. Using TaskWatch’s computer vision platform with AWS Panorama, we can bring computer vision to our existing IP cameras to automatically monitor congestion for more than 70,000 square feet of airport traffic lanes. Once TaskWatch detects an issue, such as a disabled vehicle, TaskWatch sends real-time alerts to airport staff so they can provide assistance, keep the traffic flowing, and reduce delays for our passengers.”_Speaking on behalf of Amazon Web Services, Kim Majerus, Vice President, US Public Sector Education, State & Local Government, noted:“_Together, AWS and TaskWatch are providing self-service capability for CVG Airport to deploy custom computer vision (CV) applications. Instant response with CV event driven workflows on wearable devices is helping CVG mitigate risks and enhance operations._”Vivek Saini, Operations Head and Co-founder at TaskWatch describes:_“With AWS Panorama and our new computer vision platform, TaskWatch is allowing non-technical enterprise customers to design, build, and deploy custom AI applications. TaskWatch also connects frontline workers to CV events so business risks are mitigated right away and there are enhanced operational efficiencies.”_Using state-of-the-art technology, user-defined events, and identification of operational exceptions, TaskWatch is redefining the way CVG gains efficiencies through automation. Demonstration of successes and quick deployment of custom computer vision solutions have opened doors for additional business use cases with TaskWatch. Supported by the stability of the AWS Cloud and AWS Panorama hardware, TaskWatch can ensure that product delivery is reliable and scalable to meet future-defined needs. At CVG, TaskWatch is maximizing advancements between computer vision and artificial intelligence to minimize operational deficiencies and excel in customer experience.About Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG)CVG 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://cvgairport.com/). About TaskWatchTaskWatch is a Mason, Ohio based AI and process automation company that enables enterprise customers to design, build, and deploy custom computer vision applications and response workflows.TaskWatch enables process automation on wearables through a zero-code cloud platform. Handsfree employees respond to business events identified on TaskWatch AI/Computer Vision backend, IoT Hub or 3rd party systems such as Robot control systems, ERP systems and even in-house IT systems. TaskWatch initiates collaborative workflows to enhance efficiency, mitigate risks and gain insights into operational details.

Airport Technology / November 24, 2021 The new technology will help the airport address limited infrastructure hurdles.Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) in the US has collaborated with process automation firm TaskWatch and AWS Panorama for deploying custom computer vision applications to boost operational efficiency.Last year, CVG piloted the application of analytics to video feeds and integration into the TaskWatch wearable platform.CVG has now implemented TaskWatch for its various operational areas to help connected staff members give real-time responses to events identified by computer vision.TaskWatch records video streams and identifies events that are defined by the airport operations team with AWS Panorama.In case of anomalies, the system sends an alert to the employees with a TaskWatch wearable device to take action. With such tracking abilities, CVG aims to ensure smooth operations at the airport and provide up-to-date travel information to travelers.Implementation of the new automation technology is said to help CVG overcome the limited infrastructure hurdles.CVG chief innovation officer Brian Cobb said: “CVG Airport is committed to providing a world-class travel experience through continuous innovation and strategic partnerships.“Using TaskWatch’s computer vision platform with AWS Panorama, we can bring computer vision to our existing IP cameras to automatically monitor congestion for more than 70,000ft² of airport traffic lanes.“Once TaskWatch detects an issue such as a disabled vehicle, TaskWatch sends real-time alerts to airport staff so they can provide assistance, keep the traffic flowing and reduce delays for our passengers.”TaskWatch said that with the optimum usage of advancements of computer vision and artificial intelligence, it intends to reduce operational deficiencies at CVG airport.TaskWatch co-founder and operations head Vivek Saini said: “With AWS Panorama and our new computer vision platform, TaskWatch is allowing non-technical enterprise customers to design, build and deploy custom AI applications.“TaskWatch also connects frontline workers to CV events so business risks are mitigated right away and there are enhanced operational efficiencies across business verticals.”In February, [CVG Airport trialled an autonomous tractor](https://www.airport-technology.com/news/cincinnatis-cvg-airport-tests-autonomous/) for its luggage area.[FULL STORY HERE](https://www.airport-technology.com/news/cvg-airport-computer-vision/)

Erlanger, Ky. (November 18, 2021) – The Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) expects November and December to be the busiest months for passenger traffic since the pandemic started with the more popular destinations being Florida, Arizona, and Cancun. CVG estimates Thanksgiving travel volume to be 90-95 percent of 2019 levels. The busiest days will likely be Wednesday, 11/24 and Sunday, 11/28. The busiest times for departures are as usual 5:00 – 7:00 a.m.“As people plan to reunite with loved ones, we are expecting to serve 90-95 percent of the volume we saw in 2019 during the Thanksgiving travel week,” said Candace McGraw, chief executive officer, CVG. “We continue to work with all of our partners from the airlines to TSA and the concessions to offer a seamless travel experience, and we encourage travelers to get vaccinated and adhere to good public health practices while traveling.”As travelers prepare for their trips, here are specific changes and things to plan for: Travelers should remember to pack a mask or two as they are required to be worn inside the airport and on the aircraft. CVG’s Terminal Garage, ValuPark and Valet service will be open for travelers. Ground transportation drop-off and pick-up locations have changed with the opening of the new rental car and ground transportation center. Travelers can view those changes and other updates to CVG’s facilities at [CVGairport.com/LetsGo](https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcvgairport.com%2Fletsgo&data=04%7C01%7Csdeatherage%40cvgairport.com%7C3f92c2666d214737fc0e08d9aadba3ef%7Ce88b51b645364ffaa129350653cdad28%7C0%7C0%7C637728682657125578%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=03BdebNkPMOIWYtDFm9i%2BQCiFV%2BqXX5n1luaRAEjhws%3D&reserved=0).CVG remains the regional leader in offering the most nonstop destinations and the lowest airfares. To review nonstop flights offered at CVG, please check [here](https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cvgairport.com%2Fnonstopdestinations&data=04%7C01%7Csdeatherage%40cvgairport.com%7C3f92c2666d214737fc0e08d9aadba3ef%7Ce88b51b645364ffaa129350653cdad28%7C0%7C0%7C637728682657135533%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=xfMo0iIyEumX3sNeP15QyJJk8BPAWbAqwTVOP1cyybQ%3D&reserved=0).