Press Releases

Fresno Yosemite International Airport Celebrates 60 Years of Growth Fresno, CA – (March 25, 2022)  Today, March 25, 2022, celebrates 60 Years of Growth at Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) beginning with the dedication of Fresno’s Passenger Air Terminal and Air Traffic Control Tower on March 25,1962. As air commerce began to evolve to a…

TSA Federal Mask Requirement Extended (Updated April 13 , 2022) The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is extending the face mask requirement for individuals across all transportation networks throughout the United States, including at airports, onboard commercial aircraft, on over-the-road buses, and on commuter bus and rail systems through May 3, 2022. Learn more about how…

FRESNO, CA (December 7, 2021) – Mayor Jerry Dyer today announced the selection of Henry L. Thompson as the City of Fresno’s new Director of Aviation. Thompson’s hiring comes after a nationwide search. Thompson grew up in California and has more than 35 years of aviation experience. He rose through the ranks at San Francisco International…

American Airlines Adds Summer Route from Fresno Yosemite International to Chicago O’Hare International Airport Fresno, CA (March 1, 2021) – American Airlines plans to expand access between Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) and the Midwest with summer service to Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) beginning June 3, through September 6, 2021.  Operated with a mainline…

Federal Mask Mandate (February 2, 2021) Federal law requires wearing a mask at all times in and on the airport and failure to comply may result in removal and denial of re-entry. Refusing to wear a mask in or on the airport is a violation of federal law; individuals may be subject to penalties under…

Southwest Airlines Daily Service to Denver and Las Vegas Offers Substantial Connectivity to More Than 50 Cities Southwest Airlines Announces Destinations for Fresno Yosemite International Airport Starting April 25 Fresno, CA (January 21, 2021) – Southwest Airlines today announced their initial launch for Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) with nonstop service from California’s Central Valley…

Fresno Yosemite International Airport Offers Tips For Healthy Holiday Travel Fresno, CA (December 21, 2020) – Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) is prepared with enhanced health and safety measures for those who will be traveling during the winter holidays. Our campaign “Ready to Move You Forward” highlights the new measures put in place to create…

Southwest Airlines Announces Intent to Serve Fresno Airport Fresno, CA (December 16, 2020) – Southwest Airlines, the nation’s largest domestic air carrier in 2019, announced today the airline’s intent to launch first-ever air service at Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) in Spring 2021. Details about Southwest’s plans to serve FAT and information about the airline…

  Fresno Yosemite International Airport Begins Building for the Future with the Official Launch of FATforward Construction of new parking garage will bring new jobs and $22M economic impact Fresno, CA (September 1, 2020) –Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) today officially launched FATforward, a multi-year expansion program to improve the customer experience and position the…