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Fire Breaks Out on Flight to Orlando

Spirit Airlines Fire

A Spirit Airlines flight was diverted from Orlando International Airport (MCO) after a fire broke out onboard. Flight 259 was on its way to Orlando from Dallas when a battery from a passenger’s item reportedly caught fire in the overhead cargo bin. The plane was diverted to Jacksonville where it landed safely. The fire was handled with the heroic help ...

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New Train to Orlando to Set State Speed Record

Brightline Florida

When the private passenger rail line Brightline finally begins service in and out of Orlando International Airport (MCO), it is expected to be the fastest train service the State of Florida has ever seen. Related: Brightline Sets Start Date for Orlando Service While it is expected to provide connecting transportation to Theme Park Guests from MCO to two stations at ...

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Brightline Sets Start Date for Orlando Service

Brightline Orlando

All aboard! High-speed passenger rail service will finally commence in and out of Orlando International Airport this year. Brightline, Florida’s private passenger rail service announced that it will be ready to connect travelers and tourists to Orlando and South Florida by late Spring or Early Summer. According to Tampa Bay Business Journal,  “Train service from South Florida to Orlando is ...

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Flying Taxis to Disney World? Takeover Bill Specifically Allows Development of Helipads

Transportation to Disney World

The past few years have not been easy for out-of-state Guests trying to visit the Walt Disney World Resort, but a closer look at the State Takeover legislation suggests that a mutually-desired innovative solution could be in the works. Read More: Flying Into Orlando? Here’s How to Get to Walt Disney World Without Disney’s Magical Express While the Sunshine Flyer ...

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Orlando Airport Named Worst in the Country

Disney World Airport

If you and your family begin and end your Walt Disney World Resort Vacation or Universal Orlando Resort Vacation by flying, chances are you had to pass through the worst airport in the United States. According to ABC, Orlando International Airport (MCO) earned the title of worst airport in the country due to the number of delayed flights it accumulated ...

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Flying to Disney in 2023? This Airline is Offering “Free” WiFi

Flights to Disney World Delta

Flying to and from your favorite Disney Theme Parks and Resorts is about to get a slight improvement. Delta Airlines, one of the world’s largest carriers and one of the most popular choices for Walt Disney World vacation-bound families heading to Orlando International Airport in Central Florida, announced that it would begin offering free Wi-Fi on most of its planes ...

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Delays, Cancellations Plague Disney World Airport Due to Winter Storm

Disney World Airport Delays

Holiday traffic flying in and out of Central Florida is reportedly backed up over two hours as the airline industry continues to reel from the intense winter storm. According to WESH2 meteorologist Eric Burris, the FAA is reporting over two-hour delays for most of the Sunshine State’s airports, and Orlando International Airport is reporting more than half of their flights ...

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Impending Jet Fuel Shortage Could Impact Holiday Traffic, Disney World Vacations

Flying to Disney World

Orlando International Airport (MCO) is seen by many as the gateway to the Theme Park capital of the world and the starting point for vacations to Walt Disney World Resort, Universal Orlando Resort, and elsewhere. But it appears that a series of unfortunate events might have a negative impact on some upcoming trips. On Sunday, December 11, MCO issued a ...

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Tropical Storm Nicole Causes Orlando Airports to Close

tropical storm nicole mco closed

As Tropical Storm Nicole—which will potentially turn into Hurricane Nicole on arrival—makes its way to Central Florida, Orlando’s MCO has announced a ceasing of operations. Tropical Storm Nicole is expected to make landfall in Brevard County–in the vicinity of Port Canaveral, Kennedy Space Center, and Cocoa Beach–before making her way northwest. The worst conditions are also expected to hit Central ...

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