Why Do Airports Always Play CNN?
Emily DiNuzzo
14 hrs ago Airport TV Waiting for a flight requires equal parts patience and distraction. Airports provide some of the latter with their TVs—and many specifically show CNN. So, why do so many airports play CNN? First, it's technically not the same exact CNN program people watch at home. Instead, the CNN Airport Network offers unique programming. The content is similar; however, the network caters directly to people in waiting rooms and—you guessed it—airports. People can even connect to Wi-Fi to watch specific programs from CNN on their phones, too. Use this map to find your airport Wi-Fi password. According to the network, 59 airports across the United States run the CNN Airport Network.
They show a mix of lifestyle, entertainment, sports, and business headlines, as well as live CNN. There's a dedicated staff for the airport network that programs everything. You won't find any news about commercial aviation crashes or stories inappropriate for a family-friendly airport environment.
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