Sept. 23, 2014 — CVG will conduct mandatory fire training from 9 to 11 p.m. Sept 23 – 25 as part of its mission to keep passengers safe.The training will take place on site at the Fire Department Training Facility on South Airfield Road. If you see smoke or fire near the airport during these hours, do not be alarmed.Airports are required to conduct fire training twice annually, as regulated by the FAA. For safety reasons the training is not open to the public or to the media.

Sept. 23, 2014 — CVG will conduct mandatory fire training from 9 to 11 p.m. Sept 23 – 25 as part of its mission to keep passengers safe.The training will take place on site at the Fire Department Training Facility on South Airfield Road. If you see smoke or fire near the airport during these hours, do not be alarmed.Airports are required to conduct fire training twice annually, as regulated by the FAA. For safety reasons the training is not open to the public or to the media.

Sept. 19, 2014 – CVG, partnering with the Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber, will kick off the 39th Annual Oktoberfest Zinzinnati in German style on Friday from 8 – 10 a.m.The Pete Wagner Schnapps Band will provide great polka sounds, and we will offer Bavarian pretzels and soft-drinks for passengers coming through CVG.“As the front door to the community and a bigger than expected crowd with the Bengals hosting the Tennessee Titans and the University of Cincinnati Homecoming game on the same weekend, we are excited to partner with the Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber for everyone coming to visit our region,” said Candace McGraw, chief executive officer, Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport.Oktoberfest Zinzinnati showcases the rich German heritage of Cincinnati, as well as tasty samples of German-style music, food and beer. First held in 1976, the event has grown to be North America’s largest Oktoberfest with more than a half million people attending each year.“As America’s Oktoberfest—a world-class event, we want to roll out a huge German welcome to greet our visitors,” said Patrick Sheeran, vice president of the Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber.“We are excited to welcome travelers to the region for weekend full of fun, food and football,” said Wm. T. (Bill) Robinson III. For more information, please check out [OktoberfestZinzinnati.com](http://www.oktoberfestzinzinnati.com.).

Sept. 19, 2014 – CVG, partnering with the Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber, will kick off the 39th Annual Oktoberfest Zinzinnati in German style on Friday from 8 – 10 a.m.The Pete Wagner Schnapps Band will provide great polka sounds, and we will offer Bavarian pretzels and soft-drinks for passengers coming through CVG.“As the front door to the community and a bigger than expected crowd with the Bengals hosting the Tennessee Titans and the University of Cincinnati Homecoming game on the same weekend, we are excited to partner with the Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber for everyone coming to visit our region,” said Candace McGraw, chief executive officer, Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport.Oktoberfest Zinzinnati showcases the rich German heritage of Cincinnati, as well as tasty samples of German-style music, food and beer. First held in 1976, the event has grown to be North America’s largest Oktoberfest with more than a half million people attending each year.“As America’s Oktoberfest—a world-class event, we want to roll out a huge German welcome to greet our visitors,” said Patrick Sheeran, vice president of the Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber.“We are excited to welcome travelers to the region for weekend full of fun, food and football,” said Wm. T. (Bill) Robinson III. For more information, please check out [OktoberfestZinzinnati.com](http://www.oktoberfestzinzinnati.com.).

Sept. 15, 2014 — Seventy-two Tristate veterans and their guardians will take an Honor Flight from CVG tomorrow, destined for Washington D.C. to see memorials and participate in ceremonies that honor their service to their country.Honor Flight Tri-State is a non-profit organization whose sole mission is to fly World War II and Korean War veterans to their memorials in Washington, D.C. at no cost. All veterans traveling on this flight are from the Greater Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky and South Eastern Indiana area.This flight is extra special to CVG as two of our community volunteer Airport Ambassadors will be on the flight. Bill Miller served in the US Army and Charles Yancey served in the US Navy. Bill Miller has been with the Ambassador Program since the beginning which started in 1994 and Charles Yancey became an Airport Ambassador in 1996.The September 16 flight will include visits to the World War II Memorial, Korean War Memorial, Vietnam War Memorial, Iwo Jima, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and the US Air Force Memorial and other Washington D.C. sights.“Our goal is to honor as many veterans as we can before it is too late,” said Cheryl Popp, director of Honor Flight Tri-State. "If you want to meet the veterans -- please come to the airport at 6 a.m. or be among the many locals welcoming them home at 10:15 pm the same night!"The September 16 flight will depart CVG at 8 a.m. It will be preceded by bag pipes from the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Department, an Honor Guard ceremony and other special remarks in the area near the east end of the security checkpoint, all beginning about 6 a.m.“We are honored to play a part in an event that recognizes true national heroes who bravely served our country,” said Wm.T. (Bill) Robinson III, Kenton County Airport Board Chairman.A total of 149 people will be on the US Airways chartered flight. Each veteran is accompanied by a guardian, 60% of the guardians are family and 40% of the guardians are volunteers.  The next Honor Flight will be October 21.To contribute or volunteer for Honor Flight Tri-State, please visit [HonorFlightTriState.org](http://www.honorflighttristate.org).

Sept. 15, 2014 — Seventy-two Tristate veterans and their guardians will take an Honor Flight from CVG tomorrow, destined for Washington D.C. to see memorials and participate in ceremonies that honor their service to their country.Honor Flight Tri-State is a non-profit organization whose sole mission is to fly World War II and Korean War veterans to their memorials in Washington, D.C. at no cost. All veterans traveling on this flight are from the Greater Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky and South Eastern Indiana area.This flight is extra special to CVG as two of our community volunteer Airport Ambassadors will be on the flight. Bill Miller served in the US Army and Charles Yancey served in the US Navy. Bill Miller has been with the Ambassador Program since the beginning which started in 1994 and Charles Yancey became an Airport Ambassador in 1996.The September 16 flight will include visits to the World War II Memorial, Korean War Memorial, Vietnam War Memorial, Iwo Jima, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and the US Air Force Memorial and other Washington D.C. sights.“Our goal is to honor as many veterans as we can before it is too late,” said Cheryl Popp, director of Honor Flight Tri-State. "If you want to meet the veterans -- please come to the airport at 6 a.m. or be among the many locals welcoming them home at 10:15 pm the same night!"The September 16 flight will depart CVG at 8 a.m. It will be preceded by bag pipes from the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Department, an Honor Guard ceremony and other special remarks in the area near the east end of the security checkpoint, all beginning about 6 a.m.“We are honored to play a part in an event that recognizes true national heroes who bravely served our country,” said Wm.T. (Bill) Robinson III, Kenton County Airport Board Chairman.A total of 149 people will be on the US Airways chartered flight. Each veteran is accompanied by a guardian, 60% of the guardians are family and 40% of the guardians are volunteers.  The next Honor Flight will be October 21.To contribute or volunteer for Honor Flight Tri-State, please visit [HonorFlightTriState.org](http://www.honorflighttristate.org).

Sept. 4, 2014 — On Friday, Sept. 5, CVG will be conducting a mandatory FAA Emergency Drill. The purpose of the drill is to simulate a disaster on airport property and to test our airport emergency plan. Coordination and mutual aid is a major part of the drill, which will include more than 100 volunteers, 70 ambulances and 12 fire engines. Safety and security are top priorities of CVG. As a reminder, this is only a drill. Do not be alarmed by the presence of smoke and emergency vehicles on Friday morning. What: Emergency DrillWhen: Friday, Sept. 5Where: Field Maintenance Building and AirfieldTime: 9 – 11 a.m.Media can be on site starting at 4:30 am. Media can stay at Field Maintenance from 4:30 – 11:30 a.m. If media is interested in viewing the incident site, they will be need to be at Field Maintenance by 8 a.m. They will be driven to the incident site and will not be able to leave the incident site until 11 a.m. The incident site is off of a runway and not accessible without CVG transportation. Media trucks should can park at Timco, 169 Field Maintenance Dr., Erlanger, KY 41018.Please e-mail [Melissa Wideman](mailto:mwideman@cvgairport.com) for more information.

Sept. 4, 2014 — On Friday, Sept. 5, CVG will be conducting a mandatory FAA Emergency Drill. The purpose of the drill is to simulate a disaster on airport property and to test our airport emergency plan. Coordination and mutual aid is a major part of the drill, which will include more than 100 volunteers, 70 ambulances and 12 fire engines. Safety and security are top priorities of CVG. As a reminder, this is only a drill. Do not be alarmed by the presence of smoke and emergency vehicles on Friday morning. What: Emergency DrillWhen: Friday, Sept. 5Where: Field Maintenance Building and AirfieldTime: 9 – 11 a.m.Media can be on site starting at 4:30 am. Media can stay at Field Maintenance from 4:30 – 11:30 a.m. If media is interested in viewing the incident site, they will be need to be at Field Maintenance by 8 a.m. They will be driven to the incident site and will not be able to leave the incident site until 11 a.m. The incident site is off of a runway and not accessible without CVG transportation. Media trucks should can park at Timco, 169 Field Maintenance Dr., Erlanger, KY 41018.Please e-mail [Melissa Wideman](mailto:mwideman@cvgairport.com) for more information.

Sept. 2, 2014 — CVG has installed electric vehicle charging stations in the terminal garage and ValuPark lot.There are four stations in the terminal garage located at D30. There are two stations located in Row 1 West side of the CVG ValuPark lot.“CVG strives to create a positive and efficient customer service experience for our passengers,” said Candace McGraw, chief executive officer.  “This is part of CVG's commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship.”The charging stations are free for customers who pay to park. CVG selected Level 1 stations to meet the needs of our airport customers. The stations will provide a full charge to most plug-in vehicles in about eight hours.CVG offers three different parking options: CVG ValuPark, Terminal Garage and Curbside Valet.  For more information about parking at CVG and electric vehicle parking, please visit   www.cvgairport.com/parking/options.  Customers can also find information on available spaces on the homepage of CVG's website, CVGairport.com.CVG offers VIP perks for frequent travelers through our CVG Parking Advantage Program. Corporate travel programs are also available. For more information, please visit CVGairport.com/parking/vip or call 859-767-3172.