Entering New York City through John F. Kennedy Airport has become more disorganized than efficient, more rundown than modern, and more depressing than inspiring.  What used to be our grandest international gateway has become worn out from overuse and fallen behind in physical appearance and quality not only to most European airports, but also to many found throughout Asia.  On my last return from Berlin we were parked at a “remote location” upon our arrival, apparently because there were no available gates.  I had the feeling we had arrived unannounced and created an annoying inconvenience, which now required that last minute arrangements be quickly thrown together. (more…)