FYI Among Top Airport Performers
12/13/2007
Fresno
, CA
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While airports nationwide struggle with the ripple effects of increasing flight delays, Fresno Yosemite International Airport’s on-time departure performance ranks amongst the top percentage of U.S. Airports. According to the
Department of Transportation Air Travel Report for October, FYI experienced an 85.8% on-time departure rate for domestic flights. This on-time departure percentage places FYI as the 15th ranked Airport out of the top 100 U.S for on-time performance.
Furthermore, the report lists FYI on-time arrivals at 81.7%; positioning FYI in the top 25 ranking for on-time arrivals. The October report is based on data collected by the Department’s Bureau of Transportation Statistics.
Three factors contribute to FYI’s on-time performance. While weather is a driving factor for delays, recent weather conditions have not disrupted FYI flight operations. In the event of extreme weather conditions, FYI is one of the few California airports with a Category III(b) Instrument Landing System. This sophisticated landing system provides aircraft with the ability to land in conditions of reduced visibility; thereby minimizing weather related delays. Meanwhile, as Airports across the nation experience increasing congested air space related delays, the lack of congested airspace at FYI allows for timely landings and take-offs.
Nine carriers currently offer Valley passengers 53 daily departures from Fresno.
FYI is a municipally owned entity operating as a self-supporting enterprise. No City of Fresno general funds are used to operate Fresno Yosemite International or Fresno Chandler Executive Airport.
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