Posted 4/13/2024, 10:00:04 AM
Oakland Airport's Controversial Name Change to San Francisco Bay Draws Lawsuit Threat from S.F. Officials
- Oakland airport officials unanimously voted to change the airport's name to San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport, angering San Francisco officials
- San Francisco threatened to sue over the name change, claiming it will confuse travelers and infringe on SFO's trademarks
- Oakland hopes the new name will boost recognition of the airport's proximity to San Francisco and increase struggling flight routes
- The name change is estimated to cost $150,000 but will be self-funded without taxpayer dollars
- Some airlines expressed support for the rebranding, believing it will have more regional and global draw
