2018

Roads Recognize Historically Significant Contributions of Major Walter Peters and Mabel Hubbard Bell

 Halifax, N.S. – Halifax Stanfield is pleased to announce that Major Walter Peters and Mabel Hubbard Bell have roadways named after them at Halifax Stanfield, a milestone which was officially recognized earlier today at a reception and ribbon cutting ceremony. These individuals were chosen due to their historical significance and meaningful contributions to both Nova Scotia and aviation. More »

Halifax International Airport Authority (HIAA) is extremely pleased that the Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Transport, today announced an investment for the development of the Halifax Stanfield Air Cargo Logistics Park. More »

Airfield Reopened but Flight Schedules Continue to be Significantly Impacted

Notice to media: please take note of two clarifications made to initial release:

• Runway 14/32 impacted. The aircraft landed on Runway 14 and is off the end of this runway (which is also the approach to Runway 32).
• Number of crew on board was four (4) not five (5) as initially reported.

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Airfield Closed until Further Notice

Halifax, N.S. – At 5:05 a.m. today, a Boeing 747-400 SkyLease cargo aircraft arriving from Chicago, Illinois, went off the end of Runway 32 upon its scheduled landing. Halifax Stanfield has activated its emergency plan and its well-trained and highly skilled emergency response team is responding to the incident along with local emergency responders including Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), Halifax Regional Police (HRP), Halifax Regional Fire & Emergency (HRFE), and Emergency Health Services (EHS). The aircraft was carrying five (5) crew members who have been removed from the aircraft and transported to hospital for treatment of minor injuries.

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A Partnership with the Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada & Nova Scotia Indigenous Enterprise Network

Halifax, N.S. – October is recognized as Mi’kmaq History Month in Nova Scotia, and 2018 marks the 25th anniversary of its proclamation in Nova Scotia. Halifax International Airport Authority (HIAA) is pleased to partner with the Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada and the Nova Scotia Indigenous Enterprise Network to mark this important occasion. More »

Halifax International Airport Authority (HIAA) has set cannabis consumption rules at Halifax Stanfield. Cannabis use is prohibited on airport property. This includes the areas outside the terminal building designated for tobacco smoking. More »

Halifax International Airport Authority (HIAA), in cooperation with airport tenants and several public sector emergency response agencies, will be conducting an emergency exercise at Halifax Stanfield International Airport this evening, Tuesday, October 9.

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Efforts Recognized with Level 2 Accreditation

Halifax, N.S. – Halifax Stanfield’s environmental sustainability efforts were recognized this week at the Airports Council International – North America (ACI-NA) conference in Nashville, Tennessee. More »

Domestic & International Departing Passengers Asked to Arrive Early due to Ongoing Construction

Halifax, N.S. – As part of its Master Plan and to accommodate passenger growth, Halifax International Airport Authority (HIAA) continues to renovate the airport to enhance security and improve the passenger experience at Halifax Stanfield. More »

 Renovations Underway to Enhance the Passenger Experience

Halifax, N.S. – Halifax International Airport Authority (HIAA) continues to develop its concessions offerings to improve the passenger experience at Halifax Stanfield. More »