New $3.2M EV Fast Charging Station Opens at Kapalua Airport
The Hawaii Department of Transportation has opened a new electric vehicle fast charging station at Kapalua Airport, as reported by multiple sources. The facility represents the third such installation statewide under a federal infrastructure program. Four 150-kilowatt DC fast chargers are now operational 24/7 in the Kapalua Airport parking lot Charging costs $0.44 per kWh […]
February Tourism Recovery Shows Strong Growth for Maui Property Market
Multiple sources report that Maui’s tourism industry posted significant gains in February 2026, with both visitor arrivals and spending increasing substantially compared to the previous year. The recovery continues more than two years after the Lahaina and Upcountry wildfires affected the island’s tourism sector. Maui welcomed 223,227 visitors in February 2026, an 11.5% increase over […]
Hawaiian Airlines LAX-to-Maui Flight Canceled After Three Turnarounds
A Hawaiian Airlines flight carrying 207 passengers bound for Kahului Airport returned to LAX three times due to separate mechanical issues before being canceled. All passengers were rebooked, given hotel accommodations, meal vouchers, and a $100 flight credit. Hawaiian Airlines Flight 33 from Los Angeles to Kahului Airport (OGG) was canceled after three separate return-to-airport […]
Southwest Airlines Plans Hawaii Service, Including Maui’s Kahului Airport
Southwest Airlines announced plans to launch flights to four Hawaii airports, including Kahului (OGG) on Maui, though no launch dates or specific routes have been confirmed. The airline is still awaiting federal certification required for extended overwater flights. Southwest identified Kahului Airport on Maui as one of four initial Hawaii destinations. No launch dates or […]