90th Anniversary Employee Spotlight: Stephanie R.
With 13 years at the Aviation Department and 18 total with the City of Phoenix, Stephanie R. brings a sharp eye for finance and a deep appreciation for the people behind the projects.
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June 2025
90 Years at PHX: 1970s
As part of our year-long 90th anniversary celebration, we’re looking back at the previous decades in our history. The 1970s saw many changes in Phoenix and Arizona. Raul H. Castro became Arizona’s first Hispanic governor and Mary Jo West became Phoenix’s first woman news anchor. Disco and punk were popular musical genres, and the U.S. saw the first celebration of Earth Day, Watergate, and the arrival of George Lucas’ Star Wars films.
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From Small Hobby to Big Passion – DH Ceramics
Phoenix Sky Harbor is featuring local business owners in limited pop-up shops, and visitors to the airport can reap the rewards. Meet the Local Artisans is a gathering of small business owners most recently held May 8. This event gives merchants a chance to connect their wares with the traveling public.
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Aviation Careers Take Flight at Peralta School Career Day
The Eighth Annual Peralta School Career Day took place on Thursday, May 15, with the goal of inspiring students to explore their future career paths. Organized by the Cartwright School District, the event gave students from kindergarten through sixth grade the chance to attend 15-minute presentations from professionals across a wide range of industries, including aviation.
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PHX Lands First Nonstop Flight to Asia
Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego announced last month that STARLUX Airlines intends to begin new nonstop flights between Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and Taipei’s Taoyuan Airport in Taiwan. The service, pending final government approvals, would begin early next year, with three to four flights a week.
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Fly Through Time: Explore Arizona Aviation History at Sky Harbor
Next time you’re at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, take a moment to learn about Arizona’s rich aviation history. Whether you’re traveling, picking up a loved one or plane spotting, check out the Phoenix Airport Museum’s Aviation History Guide for a comprehensive list of where to find Aviation History exhibitions throughout the entire Phoenix Airport System.
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Taxiway U Construction Ramping Up
Taxiway U is starting to take shape. Since construction on the 2,000-foot-long cross-field taxiway kicked into high gear, refurbishment of old buildings and reconfiguration of the Facilities and Services to clear space for the taxiway have taken place. Excavation between Sky Harbor Boulevard and Buckeye Road between Copperhead and 27th Street for a new bridge is visible to airport visitors.
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Limited Time: Get a July 4 Deal on Garage Parking
Reserve your July 4 travel parking and get a low daily rate. Our Seasonal Economy Garage is now accepting reservations for the July 4th holiday weekend. Get the lowest daily rate of $12 for stays between July 2 - 8, 2025*
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New Assistant Aviation Director/Chief Development Officer Named
After a nationwide search, Daver Malik has been named Assistant Aviation Director (Chief Development Officer) for the City of Phoenix Aviation Department. In this role, Daver will oversee the Design and Construction Services, Planning and Environmental, and Technology divisions. He currently serves as Assistant Chief Information Officer.
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Future Fliers Take Off at PHX During Bring Your Child to Work Day
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport welcomed nearly 300 employees, children and grandchildren for this year’s Bring Your Child to Work Day on Thursday, June 12.
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Culture, Festivals and Scenery Await You in Edmonton
Still haven’t finalized your summer travel plans? Why not look north to Edmonton, Canada? The city offers many unique attractions and hidden gems, and it’s easy to get there with nonstop flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor.
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Hitting the Finish Line for Great Customer Service
An enthusiastic crowd kept the gas pedal down at the June “Rev Up Your Customer Service” session led by the Phoenix Sky Harbor Guest and Employee Experience team. The auto racing theme set the perfect tone for panelists and a group of airport employees eager to improve their already strong skills.
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PHX Named Among Fastest for Customs
Phoenix Sky Harbor has been noted for its strong immigration wait time despite processing more than 260,000 summer international arrivals in 2024. The average customs wait time at PHX is 7.5 minutes—6.5 minutes for U.S. citizens and 11.6 minutes for non-citizens. Nearly 81% of passengers wait in line for less than 15 minutes, and only .2% have a wait time longer than an hour.
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Birdwatcher’s Report
A Phoenix Sky Harbor Navigator Volunteer was plane-ly impressed to see Southwest’s vibrant fleet in motion, specifically this “Tennessee One” Boeing 737. ✈️📸
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