Following an executive order for all residents of Orange County to wear face masks given the second wave of the coronavirus, Orlando International Airport has installed vending machines that contain a variety of personal protective equipment (PPE). The vending machines include a variety of face masks, hand sanitizers, and other small items to help promote safe travels and … [Read more...]
Orlando International Airport Gives a Glimpse Into the Airline Industry’s Struggles
Julianne Murello is an officer supervisor for an airline and works out of Orlando International Airport. As the COVID-19 pandemic has shut down the country and kept many from traveling, she noticed how odd it was for her workplace to be so utterly desolate. “It was really eerie being in the airport that is usually so full of people. There’s always something going on, some … [Read more...]
How the European Travel Ban Affects MCO
On March 11, President Trump issued a proclamation restricting all incoming travel from the European continent, excluding the United Kingdom, for 30 days. Flights coming to and from Orlando International Airport (MCO) have a greater chance of being affected. The proclamation declares that the entry of foreign nationals is prohibited if they have visited European countries two … [Read more...]
Orlando International Airport Will Not Take Action Against Coronavirus at This Time
Orlando International Airport will not be taking action against the coronavirus, due to not having direct flights from Wuhan, China. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has asked certain airports with direct or connecting flights from Wuhan, the area impacted most by the coronavirus, or COVID-19, to take part in additional screening of passengers; however, … [Read more...]
Orlando International Airport Brings Out the Big Dogs
When’s the next time you’re traveling? Imagine strolling through the airport with your bags in tow and you hear, “Who’s a good boy/girl?!” No, you’re not hallucinating. You turn around and discover a furry friend who’s receiving a bunch of love from passing travelers. You can’t resist the cuteness, and you make your way toward the four-legged pup as if you’re in a trance. (We … [Read more...]