Largest professional organization representing the individuals who work at public-use commercial and general aviation airports.
#service
#innovation
#results
@AAAECEO
talked to President Elect
@JoeBiden
’s pick for
@USDOT
Secretary
@PeteButtigieg
today about the important roles airports serve in their communities. Our team looks forward to working with Mayor, we mean, Secretary Pete!
Got a nice call today from Pete Buttigieg, incoming DOT Secretary. Mayors understand that airports are economic engines in their communities and this former mayor has serious policy chops he brings to the table.
Congratulations to
@POTUS
,
@SecretaryPete
, and lawmakers on both sides of the aisle for the signing of this historic infrastructure legislation into law!
Today we hosted our annual Women in Aviation Luncheon! This year's honoree is the incredible Sara Nelson, International President of the Association of Flight Attendants-CWA, AFL-CIO. We celebrated her groundbreaking achievements in aviation and were empowered by her speech!
7,000 Members! 🎉 A record high in the association’s 91-year history. Our members include aviation professionals at 875 airports and more than 700 companies. Thanks for the opportunity to serve you!
As a second part of the US-India ACP Executive Development Training Program, a delegation of senior Indian aviation officials are in DC this week for a US observation visit. Today they visited
@TSA
& enjoyed an
@FAANews
presentation at
@USTDA
.
#TBT
Last week Secretary Pete Buttigieg sat down with airport employees from
@iflymia
and
@BrowardCounty
airports. We are proud to work for dedicated airport professionals like this who are the backbone of our nation's airport system!
Had a chance to sit down with airport workers from Miami and Fort Lauderdale to hear about their working experiences and conditions firsthand.
These workers are often unseen, but are essential to airport operations. They deserve good wages and benefits.
The
@WhiteHouse
today announced
@POTUS
' intent to nominate Phil Washington, CEO of
@DENAirport
, to serve as
@FAANews
Administrator. Phil currently also serves on AAAE's Policy Review Council.
@AAAECEO
made the following statement regarding the nomination:
We are looking forward to welcoming Simon Sinek as the opening general session keynote at the 90th Annual AAAE Conference & Exposition this April. Thanks to
@hudsongroup
for sponsoring and
@SanDiegoAirport
for hosting!
#aaaesan
The AAAE Foundation is proud to expand our Women in Aviation Scholarship program with two new permanently-endowed scholarships in honor of Gina Adams of
@FedExPolicy
and Trish Gilbert of
@NATCA
Learn more:
#WomenInAviation
#GivingBack
It’s the last day of
#AAAESAN
! This week wouldn’t have been possible without the support of our sponsors and exhibitors, especially our Diamond Wings Sponsors and Prime Partners!
Congratulations to Kimberly Watanabe, A.A.E., P.E., Airfield Engineering Supervisor, Denver International Airport for earning her AAAE accreditation a couple weeks ago!! 🙌✈️🏆
#professionaldevelopment
#airport
Be sure to check out the biggest thing (literally!) at
#AAAEBOS
in
@Proterra_Inc
's booth
#1218
. They'll also be in our Innovation Theater talking how to simplify your transition to electric 🚌!
Can’t wait to see all of our airport members and friends in San Diego! A special shoutout to our host
@SanDiegoAirport
and all of our Diamond Wings Sponsors!
#AAAESAN
AAAE's ACT program is coordinating efforts of airports, stakeholders, thought leaders, and solution providers to ACT NOW in sharing and deploying proven, innovative, and consistent solutions across the U.S. commercial aviation system.
Thank you to our members, industry partners and friends for helping AAAE reach this milestone! It’s our honor to serve airport professionals. Here’s to the next 90!
#service
#innovation
#results
#90yearsyoung
Congratulations to James E. Bennett, A.A.E., Director of Aviation Services for
@PHXSkyHarbor
, winner of the AAAE Distinguished Service Award for an exemplary career and contributions to the airport industry.
Read more about Jim's accomplishments:
Congratulations to Matthew Sykora, A.A.E., ACE, USAP, Airport Business Manager, King County International Airport/Boeing Field, who successfully completed the Final Interview and earned the coveted Accredited Airport Executive (A.A.E.) designation on Tuesday, February 8!
AAAE President & CEO Todd Hauptli and
@airportscouncil
President & CEO Kevin Burke today wrote Senate and House leaders urging Congress to provide $10 billion in immediate assistance to
#airports
as they deal with unprecedented challenges related to
#coronavirus
.
#airportsunited
It's Fri-YAY Eve and we have members to celebrate! Congratulations to Gary L. Trotta, Jr., A.A.E., Supervisor, Operations
@MCO
, who earned the Accredited Airport Executive (A.A.E.) designation earlier this week. ✈🙌🎉
Statement of AAAE President and CEO Todd Hauptli following Senate passage of a
#coronavirus
relief package that includes $10 billion in assistance to
#airports
struggling to deal with the impacts of COVID-19.
Congratulations to Ashley Thorsen, A.A.E., Operations Manager, South Bend International Airport, who successfully completed the Final Interview and earned the coveted Accredited Airport Executive (A.A.E.) designation on Friday, February 3 in Daytona Beach, FL!
Congratulations to our newest Accredited Airport Executive (A.A.E.), Robert Snuck, A.A.E., Airport Manager at Lumberton Regional Airport ✈🎉👏 Thank you to his panelists and mentor!
We welcomed Nick Ryan from AAAE Prime Partner
@WeAreRSANDH
in addition to
@ACC_HQ
staff & the
#AirportSymp
Conference Committee yesterday - check out the details on the blog & make sure to save the date to join us in Reno!
#airports
Thanks again to all attendees, sponsors, exhibitors, and
@DENAirport
for joining us at
#AAAEDEN
! We hope to see you next year at the 96th Annual AAAE Conference & Exposition from April 28- May 5th, sponsored by
@Fly_Nashville
.
#AAAEBNA
Thank you to Chair Brockman for his leadership this last year. Your contributions to AAAE and our industry are deeply appreciated.
#AAAESAN
#whatyouseeiswhatyouget
We had a great
#aaaelas
exhibit hall grand opening with our host Rosemary Vassiliadis, C.M.,
@LASairport
, AAAE Chair Kelly Campbell, A.A.E.
@flyLBB
and
@AAAECEO
. Thanks to our exhibitors and sponsors for your support!
It's Certified Member Monday! Congratulations to our newest C.M.'s! Interested in earning your C.M? Get all the details at ✈️🏆
#professionals
#airports
Congratulations to Erik R. Treudt, A.A.E., Director of Projects and Maintenance, Daytona Beach International Airport/County of Volusia who earned his A.A.E. yesterday! 🙌✈️🏆
#professionaldevelopment
#airports
Congratulations to Hollie A. Baron, A.A.E., ACE, Airport Security Coordinator, Richmond International Airport, who earned her accreditation at the SEC Annual Conference on Sunday! 🏆✈️🙌
#professionaldevelopment
#airports
Congratulations to Matthew Szwejbka, A.A.E., Marketing & Communications Specialist, Syracuse Regional Airport Authority, who completed the Final Interview and earned the Accredited Airport Executive designation on Sunday, June 5, 2022, at the 94th Annual AAAE Conference & Expo!
We are proud to call many veterans and active service military members part of the AAAE family. Thank you for your service to our country and the aviation industry. 🇺🇸🎖🛫
Congratulations to Tim Damrow, A.A.E., Manager of Projects, Missoula International Airport, for earning his AAAE accreditation this past weekend!! 🏆✈️🙌
#professionaldevelopment
#airports
Meet Megan Atkins Thoben A.A.E., Director of Operations & Business Development, Louisville Regional Airport Authority.
Megan has been a member of AAAE since 2010.
Submit your member profile at !!
#professionaldevelopment
#airport
Congratulations to Chad Makovsky, A.A.E., ACE, IACE, Director of Aviation Services, Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, who successfully completed the Final Interview and earned the coveted Accredited Airport Executive designation on Friday, August 11 in Phoenix, AZ.
Congratulations to Abram Weber, A.A.E., Airport Director, Appleton International Airport who passed his final interview to earn his A.A.E. on Friday! 🙌✈️🏆
#professionaldevelopment
#airport
Congratulations to Dave Edwards, A.A.E., President & Chief Executive Officer at the
@GSPAirport
who was honored with the AAAE Distinguished Service Award earlier today.
Thanks to all of our
#AirportSymp
participants, sponsors and exhibitors for joining us this year! And a huge shout out to our host
@DENAirport
for their support! It's going to be a great week!
@ACC_HQ
✈️ On your next flight, remember to bring a face covering. 😷 Go plastic free with a reusable one you can wash and continue to wear. Join us in committing to ditching plastic at home and beyond!
#PlasticFreeJuly
#TravelWell
Congratulations to our NEWEST Accredited Airport Executive John Connell, PE, A.A.E., Vice President, Operational Asset Management,
@RDUAirport
. John passed his accreditation final interview at the end of May. Our first social distance panel! Congrats again! 🙌✈💙
Congratulations to Hardy Bullock, A.A.E., Director, Aviation and Community Services at the Truckee Tahoe Airport District who earned his accreditation earlier this week. Thanks to his panel members and mentor! Way to go!
Breeze Airways will add service from Manchester-Boston Regional with twice weekly routes to Charleston International, Orlando International and Southwest Florida International.
#aviationnews
Roses are ❤ violets are💙we have three new A.A.E.s to 🎉 with you! Congrats to our newest Accredited Airport Executives; Todd A. Curry, A.A.E.
@AirportsHouston
, Wade Cothran, A.A.E.
@flyxna
and Craig K., A.A.E.
@AUStinAirport
! 🛫👏
We’re back!
#AirportCX
is officially underway. Thanks to
@Fly_Nashville
for hosting 215+ airport professionals focused on customer experience and volunteer/ambassador programs.
At today’s Board & PRC meeting,
Chair Tory Richardson, A.A.E. presented $25,000 checks to each of the six regional AAAE chapters for their own scholarship programs and activities! 👏👩🎓🛫🎉
Congratulations to Meghan Dunn, A.A.E., Executive Relations Coordinator, Savannah Airport Commission, who earned her accreditation this week at the F. Russell Hoyt National Airports Conference! 🏆✈️🙌
#professionaldevelopment
#airport
Congratulations to AAAE First Past Chair Tory Richardson, A.A.E., and the
@FlyGRFord
team on being named 'Airport of the Year' in the air carrier category by the
@MichiganDOT
Office of Aeronautics! ✈👏🎉
Congratulations to Danny Adams, A.A.E., Airport Director, St. Louis Regional Airport, who successfully completed the Final Interview and earned the coveted Accredited Airport Executive (A.A.E.) designation on Thursday, July 27 at the Great Lakes Chapter AAAE Annual Conference!
We're thrilled to have record-breaking attendance at this year's
#AirportSymp
, presented in partnership with
@ACC_HQ
! More than 1,600 people from across the country are here with us in Anaheim to learn the latest technical trends in the industry.
Nearly 250 airport leaders are in Washington today hearing from - and asking questions of - multiple members of Congress, including Sen.
@JerryMoran
(left pic).
@TSA_Pekoske
also speaking & providing an update on his agency at the Washington Legislative Conference
#AAAEMeetings