MEDFORD, Ore. — Nearly two dozen agencies are teamed up on Thursday to make sure they’re prepared to respond to air emergencies. The Rogue Valley International Medford Airport held a live drill for emergency responders. It simulated an airplane incident resulting in injured passengers. The airport tower operator called in the simulated crash and that’s … Continue reading »
Airport Watches for Furlough Delays
MEDFORD, Ore. – There are no air traffic controllers being furloughed at the Rogue Valley International Medford Airport, but that doesn’t mean there won’t be delays. Airport Director Bern Case said he is keeping a close eye on hubs that connect to Medford, including Seattle, Portland, San Francisco and Los Angeles. Case said if furloughs at those … Continue reading »
Fog Seeding At Medford Airport
MEDFORD, Ore. — The freezing fog is making it difficult for planes to take off. A solution to clear it out is now causing problems for drivers. People from Eagle Point to Ashland experienced snow fall Thursday morning, but it was all man-made. Airport officials are fog seeding at the Rogue Valley International-Medford Airport. Out … Continue reading »
Medford Airport Seeding Fog
MEDFORD, Ore. — A sheet of snow covered north Medford on Wednesday morning, but it wasn’t from Mother Nature. The man-made snow started falling around 9 a.m. as the Rogue Valley International Medford Airport started its first round of fog seeding. For areas around the airport that meant snow. The Medford airport says it was … Continue reading »
High Wind Warning For Medford Airport
MEDFORD, Ore. – The busiest travel day of the year is right around the corner and the weather is threatening to put a damper on those plans, but despite the strong winds travel at the Medford Airport is going on as planned. On Monday morning, the National Weather Service put out a high wind warning … Continue reading »
Medford Airport Changes Security
MEDFORD, Ore. — Security is switching up at the Rogue Valley International-Medford Airport. Medford Police officers are no longer going to be the main security system airport officials plan to hire private security guards instead. Airport Director Bern Case said lack of funding is the blame. The Transportation Security Administration helped pay for officers to … Continue reading »
Burn Case Airport Manager of Year
MEDFORD, Ore. – Rogue Valley Medford International Airport Manager Bern Case has been honored as the Airport Manager of the Year for all of Oregon. Wednesday morning, Jackson County Commissioners presented with a plaque from the Oregon aviation management association, citing his accomplishments at the Medford Airport. “His documented ability in securing grants and alternative … Continue reading »
Hurricane Sandy Affects Medford Fliers
MEDFORD, Ore. — As Hurricane Sandy bears down on the East Coast, thousands of flights have been canceled nationwide, leaving passengers scrambling to make alternative travel plans. Though local flights are all on schedule, there are concerns about connecting flights. In the Rogue Valley, the Medford Airport reports no delays to any of the direct … Continue reading »
TSA Hiring in the Rogue Valley
MEDFORD, Ore. – The Transportation Security Administration is hiring in Medford and prospective applicants can learn more about job opportunities at an information forum. The TSA is looking for part-time screeners for the Rogue Valley International Medford Airport. Those who are interested in applying must be a U.S. citizen, have a high school diploma or … Continue reading »
TSA Hiring At Medford Airport
MEDFORD, Ore. – The Transportation Security Administration is actively recruiting for part-time transportation security officers to work at the Rogue Valley International Medford Airport. These jobs include medical and dental benefits and starting pay is $13.96 per hour. No experienced is required but successful applicants will need to pass a background check and drug screening. … Continue reading »
