Press Releases

Fresno Yosemite International Airport Introduces Holiday Music Program Fresno, CA (December 4, 2017) – The sounds of the season will ring throughout the Fresno Yosemite International Airport boarding gate areas as the airport’s first-ever Holiday Music Program commences.  Departing and arriving passengers will be greeted by the musical talents of pianists from the local community…

Fresno Yosemite International Airport Unveils Art at the Airport Fresno, CA (December 4, 2017) – Travelers through Fresno Yosemite International Airport will now have the opportunity to view the region’s abundant artistic talents with the debut of Art at the Airport featuring the inaugural exhibit “This is Central California” showcasing some of Fresno and the…

City of Fresno Announces Major New Route for Fresno Yosemite International Airport FRESNO, CA (November 20, 2017) – The City of Fresno today announced the launch of daily non-stop air service between Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) and Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) beginning June 7, 2018.  The new route will provide seamless air access…

Thanksgiving Holiday Travel Tips from Fresno Yosemite International Airport FRESNO, CA – Airports across the nation, including Fresno Yosemite International Airport, are anticipating increased passenger activity during the 2017 Thanksgiving travel period.  Airline trade organization Airlines for America projects passenger volumes on U.S. airlines will exceed 2016 Thanksgiving holiday travel by 3 percent during the…

Fresno Yosemite International Airport Receives Major Federal Grant for Taxiway Reconstruction Fresno, CA (October 13, 2017) –Fresno Yosemite International Airport today announced the award of a $13.3 million airport infrastructure grant from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for the reconstruction of Taxiway C.  The grant is part of the FAA’s Airport Improvement Program for maintaining…

United Airlines Launches Daily Mainline Service At Fresno Yosemite International Airport FRESNO, CA (August 16, 2017) – United Airlines today increased service between Fresno Yosemite International Airport and San Francisco International Airport with the launch of a 6:15 a.m. daily mainline flight operated with a 166 seat Boeing 737 aircraft. The introduction of mainline service…

Fresno Yosemite International Airport Part of Frontier Airlines’ Major Expansion Announcement Fresno, CA (July 18, 2017) – Frontier Airlines today announced major air service expansion plans to 21 cities including Fresno, California. The airline, committed to offering low fares done right, will begin non-stop air service between Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) and Denver International…

Fresno Yosemite International Airport Barber Nick Palomares Celebrates Milestone Anniversary Fresno, CA (June 16, 2017) – Nick Palomares is celebrating 45 years of operating his iconic barbershop at Fresno Yosemite International Airport and continuing to provide repeat clients and frequent walk-ins with a unique haircutting experience in an airport environment. After serving in the military…

Fresno Yosemite International Airport Announces New Airports Operations Manager Fresno, CA – Alicia Mirando has been named Airports Operations Manager for Fresno Yosemite International Airport. Ms. Mirando will be responsible for the overall management of the Airports Operations Division. As Airports Operations Manager, Ms. Mirando will manage federal and state compliance matters and the operation…