American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE)

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Alexandria, VA 22314
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Founded in 1928, AAAE is the world's largest professional organization representing the men and women who work at public-use commercial and general aviation airports. AAAE's 5,000-plus members represent some 850 airports and hundreds of companies and organizations that support the airport industry. Headquartered in Alexandria, Va., AAAE serves its membership through results-oriented representation in Washington, D.C., and delivers a wide range of industry services and professional development opportunities, including training, conferences, and a highly respected accreditation program.

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Healthcare's Lessons for the Pandemic-Era Airport

As COVID-19 rages across the world, airports need to adopt practices from their peers in the healthcare and hospital industries if they're to turn the tide on the current pandemic...

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Airports and Industry Release Guidance and Practical Examples to Expand Use of Electric Ground Service Equipment

It is advised airports begin with an energy maturity model to better understand the current demands for facilities, seek to learn what assets are consuming energy, how much additional...
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Highly Respected Aviation Advocacy Professional Karen Kuhlman Joins AAAE Federal Affairs Team

The American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) announced the addition of Karen Kuhlman to the Association’s Federal Affairs Department, where she will serve as Senior Vice...
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Education & Training

AAAE and TSA Offer Airports Virtual Training Course In Effort to Mitigate the Inside Threat

For National Insider Threat Awareness Month, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) encourage use of a recently...
Airports

AAAE Partners with DHS and DOT to Combat Human Trafficking

AAAE will make virtual BLI training courses available to aviation workers through its various training services that are used by hundreds of airports across the country.
Education & Training

AAAE Foundation Announces First Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Scholarship Recipient

The American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) Foundation announced Wednesday, June 8, Kailyn Hyman as the inaugural recipient of the AAAE Diversity, Equity & Inclusion...
Airports

AAAE Recognizes Retiring Chair Peter DeFazio for His Leadership and Legacy

American Association of Airport Executives President and CEO Todd Hauptli issued the following statement Wednesday, Dec. 1, regarding the announcement that Rep. Peter DeFazio ...
Airports

AAAE Statement on the 20 Year Anniversary of the Terrorist Attacks of Sept. 11, 2001

"Despite the passage of two decades, the memories of 9/11 and the tragic losses of that day remain fresh in our minds and heavy on our hearts.” — AAAE President and CEO Todd Hauptli...
Airports

AAAE Elects Leaders for 2021-22 at 93rd Annual Conference & Exposition

Lawrence J. Krauter, A.A.E., AICP, Chief Executive Officer, Spokane International Airport, took office this week as Chair of the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE...
Airports

AAAE ACT Program Delivers Innovative Public Health, Financing and Facility Solutions

The American Association of Airport Executives’ recently created Airport Consortium on Customer Trust (ACT) Program, comprised of innovative airport leaders and aviation industry...
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AAAE, Airports, Industry Leaders Launch Airport Consortium on Customer Trust Program to Speed Recovery Solutions

Consistent with its heritage of fostering innovation to benefit airports, the aviation industry, and the traveling public, the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE...
Airports

AAAE Commends House Leaders for Addressing Airport, Aviation Industry in Coronavirus Relief Proposal

The American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) applauded the inclusion of relief for airports, airlines, and airport concessionaires in an updated version of HEROES Act...
Airports

AAAE Applauds Inclusion of $10 Billion for Airports in Senate Republican Coronavirus Relief Proposal

American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) President and CEO Todd Hauptli issued the following statement regarding the release this afternoon of the Health, Economic Assistance...
Airports

AAAE Partners with ISSA & Global Biorisk Advisory Council to Help Airports Achieve Cleaning & Disinfection Accreditation

The American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) and the Global Biorisk Advisory Council (GBAC), a Division of ISSA, the worldwide cleaning industry association, have established...
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AAAE Calls Government Framework to Mitigate Coronavirus Risks a Positive Step Forward

The American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) commended U.S. government officials for the release July 3 of “Runway to Recovery: The United States Framework for Airlines...
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Kelly Campbell, A.A.E., Executive Director of Aviation at the Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport took office June 26, as chair of the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) for 2020-2021.
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AAAE Elects Leaders for 2020-2021 During Annual Membership Meeting

Kelly Campbell, A.A.E., Executive Director of Aviation at the Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport took office June 26, as chair of the American Association of Airport ...
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The American Association of Airport Executives (SEC-AAAE) Corporate Awards for 2020

And now for something to put in the good news category…the announcements of the Southeast Chapter of the American Association of Airport Executives (SEC-AAAE) Corporate Awards...
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AAAE Calls for Continued Federal Support to Help Airports Address COVID-19 and Prepare for Recovery

At a hearing today before the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) President and CEO Todd Hauptli called...
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NEC/AAAE Announces 2019-20 Balchen/Post Award Winners

At the 54 Annual International Aviation Snow Symposium on Oct. 5, in Buffalo, N.Y.; awards will be presented to the “Snow Crews” of the airports in the Snow Belt for their dedicated...
Airports

AAAE Statement on Senate Passage of Coronavirus Relief Package

American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) President and CEO Todd Hauptli issued the following statement following Senate passage of a coronavirus relief package that includes...
Airports

AAAE/USCTA Lead Coalition Asking Congress to Fully Fund Contract Towers

In a letter sent Wednesday, a coalition of aviation groups made a simple request that language be included in a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) appropriations bill to ensure...
Airlines

Airline Bag Fees Reach New Record High Ahead of Busy Holiday Travel Season

AAE urges congress to update PFC program to unlock local investment in airports around the country.
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Airports & Municipalities

Victor White, A.A.E., Honored With AAAE Distinguished Service Award

Victor White, A.A.E., director of airports at the Wichita (Kan.) Airport Authority, will receive the American Association of Airport Executives’ (AAAE) Distinguished Service Award...
Airlines

Airline Bag Fees Reach Another Record High with $1.5 Billion Charged in Second Quarter

AAAE urges congress to update PFC program to unlock airport infrastructure investment.
Business & General Aviation

AAAE/IAAE Sign Airport Training Partnership Agreement with Israel Airports Authority

The program will cover training in airport safety and emergency management, aviation security, cyber security and drone operations.
Airports

AAAE Announces Three Recipients of Airport Innovation Awards

The Airport Innovation Accelerator – established by the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) as a hub for innovation to drive creative approaches and build airports...
Airports & Municipalities

AAAE Elects Leaders for 2019-20 at 91st Annual Conference and Exposition

Tory Richardson, A.A.E., Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at the Columbus Regional Airport Authority, took office this week as Chair of the American Association...
Airlines

Airlines Set New Record with $1.3 Billion in Bag Fees in Just Three Months

With airlines collecting a record $1.3 billion in baggage fees in the first three months of 2019 – on top of $7.6 billion in ancillary charges last year – the American Association...
Airports

Jeff Mulder, A.A.E., Honored With AAAE Distinguished Service Award

Jeff Mulder, A.A.E., Executive Director of the Lee County (Florida) Port Authority, has received the American Association of Airport Executives’ (AAAE) Distinguished Service Award...
Airports

Airline Bag, Fee Collections Reach Record High of $7.6 Billion in 2018

With airlines collecting nearly $5 billion in baggage fees in 2018 along with billions more in other ancillary charges – record highs – the American Association of Airport Executives...
Education & Training

Women in Aviation Scholarship Program Celebrates Milestone

The AAAE Foundation, which has raised more than $5 million dollars and issued over 3000 scholarships since its inception, celebrated a milestone at today’s 3rd Annual Women in...
Airports & Municipalities

AAAE/USCTA Lead Coalition Asking Congress to Fully Fund Contract Towers

A coalition of aviation groups, including the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE)/U.S. Contract Tower Association (USCTA), wrote leaders of the Senate and House ...
Airports & Municipalities

AAAE Accelerator Launches Innovation Index to Advance Creative Airport Solutions

The Airport Innovation Accelerator – established by the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) as a hub for innovation across the aviation community – announces the...
Snow, Ice, & Foreign Object Debris (FOD) Removal

Nominations Sought for 2018-19 Balchen/Post Award

The award, sponsored by the International Aviation Snow Symposium, recognizes excellence in the performance of airport snow and ice control.
Airports

AAAE Board of Directors Confirms Larry Krauter, A.A.E., AICP, as Secretary/Treasurer

The Board of Directors of the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) on Dec. 12, announced the approval of a slate of leaders to the Association’s Executive Committee...
Airlines

Airline Bag Fee Collections Top $1 Billion for 10th Straight Quarter

With airlines collecting nearly $1.3 billion in baggage fees in the third quarter of 2018 – another new record and the 10th consecutive quarter in excess of $1 billion – the American...
Airports

Al Stuart, A.A.E., To Be Honored With AAAE Distinguished Service Award

Al Stuart, A.A.E., superintendent of Operations at Salt Lake City International Airport, will receive the American Association of Airport Executives’ (AAAE) Distinguished Service...
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AAAE/IAAE Sign Agreement with Indian Aviation Academy and GMR Aviation Academy to Provide Training, Accreditation Programs

The American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) and International Association of Airport Executives (IAAE), an affiliate organization of AAAE, are proud to announce a major...
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AAAE Creates Claudia B. Holliway Women in Aviation Scholarship

The new Claudia B. Holliway Women in Aviation Scholarship will provide a $5,000 annual award to a qualifying female student in an accredited aviation program.
Airports

AAAE/IAAE Offers New Online Certification Program for International Airport Employees

The American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) and International Association of Airport Executives (IAAE) with support from Corporación Quiport S.A. in Ecuador, operator...
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AAAE Announces Airport Innovation Awards for Large Hub and Medium/Small Hub Airports

The Airport Innovation Accelerator – established by the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) as a hub for innovation to drive creative approaches and build airports...
Airports

AAAE Named 'Red Hot Association'

The American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) has been named as one of 18 “Red Hot Associations” by DCA Live, an organization that rates the fastest-growing companies ...
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Airline Bag, Ticket Fee Collections Set New Record of $7.5 Billion in 2017

According to data released by the U.S. Department of Transportation's Bureau of Transportation Statistics, airlines collected almost $4.6 billion in baggage fees in 2017 – a $...
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AAAE Announces Creation of Two New Women in Aviation Scholarships

The American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) announced it is doubling the number of awards given under the Women in Aviation Scholarship program in 2019 with the creation...
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AAAE Elects Leaders for 2018-19 at 90th Annual Conference and Exposition

Jeanne Olivier, A.A.E., ACE, assistant director, aviation security and technology at the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, took office this week as chair of the American...
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AAAE/USCTA Lead Coalition Asking Congress to Fully Fund Contract Towers

A coalition of aviation groups, including the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE)/U.S. Contract Tower Association (USCTA), today wrote leaders of the Senate and ...
Airports

AAAE Again Named One of the Best Places to Work in Virginia

The American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) was recently named as one of the 2018 Best Places to Work in Virginia by Virginia Business and Best Companies Group, the ...
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AAAE Announces New Scholarship for Innovation and Entrepreneurship

The AAAE Foundation on Jan. 10, announced the creation of a new scholarship program for AAAE members focusing on innovation and entrepreneurship.The scholarship will provide one...
Trade Associations & Events

Hudson Group and AAAE Announce Expansion of the Mario DiDomizio Excellence in Education Scholarships

Leading travel retailer Hudson Group President and CEO Joseph DiDomizio and American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) President and CEO Todd Hauptli today announced a ...
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Airline Bag Fees Reach New High, Marking Sixth Straight Quarter Above $1 Billion

With airlines collecting a record high $1.2 billion in baggage fees in the third quarter of 2017, the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) once again called on the...
Airports

James E. Bennett, A.A.E., To Be Honored With AAAE Distinguished Service Award

James E. Bennett, A.A.E., director of aviation services for the city of Phoenix, operator of Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, will receive the American Association of...
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Former TSA Administrator Peter Neffenger Joins AAAE as Senior Advisor

American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) President and CEO Todd Hauptli on Oct. 23, announced the appointment of the Honorable Peter Neffenger, former Administrator of...
Aviation Security

AAAE Praises Nomination of Kirstjen Nielsen as DHS Secretary

American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) President and CEO Todd Hauptli issued the following statement today regarding the President's nomination of Kirstjen Nielsen ...
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Airline Baggage Fees Top $1 Billion for Fifth Straight Quarter

With airlines raking in almost $1.2 billion in baggage fees in the second quarter of 2017 and with major carriers reportedly looking at further fees for carry-on bags and other...
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AAAE Foundation Awards More Than $365,000 in Scholarships in 2017

AAAE is pleased to announce that its educational Foundation has awarded $365,861 to 140 students for 2017, an increase of more than 40 percent from the $261,300 given in 2016....
Airports

AAAE Contributes $50,000 to Disaster Relief Fund for Hurricane Harvey Victims

The American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) is pleased to announce that it has contributed $50,000 to a relief fund established to assist airport employees affected ...
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AAAE Lauds Senate Appropriations Committee Approval of Bipartisan Legislation to Fuel Airport Infrastructure Investment

The measure includes an increase in the federal cap on local Passenger Facility Charges to $8.50 for originating passengers only and would increase AIP funding by $250 million...
Airports

AAAE Praises Senators Susan Collins and Jack Reed for Their Leadership in Addressing Airport Infrastructure as Part of DOT Funding Bill

American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) President and CEO Todd Hauptli on July 25, released the following statement regarding bipartisan legislation authored by Senators...
Airports

AAAE Statement on FAA Reauthorization

The American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) issued the following statement today regarding possible congressional consideration of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA...
Airports

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport Wins Airport Innovation Award

The Airport Innovation Accelerator – established by the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) as a hub for innovation to drive creative approaches and build airports...
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Skip Miller, A.A.E., To Be Honored With AAAE Distinguished Service Award

Charles T. “Skip” Miller, A.A.E., Executive Director of the Louisville Regional Airport Authority, will receive the American Association of Airport Executives' (AAAE) Distinguished...
Airports

Baggage Fee Collections Exceed $1 Billion in First Quarter of 2017

With airlines collecting more than $1 billion in baggage fees in the first quarter of 2017, the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) once again called on carriers...
Airports

AAAE Elects Leaders for 2017-18 at 89th Annual Conference and Exposition

Scott A. Brockman, A.A.E., President and CEO of Memphis International Airport, took office this week as Chair of the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) for 2017...
Airports

AAAE's Airport TNC System Successfully Operating at World's Busiest Airport

The American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) announced that its ABT Clearinghouse, with more than 18 months of operations as the first of its kind web-based system proven...
Airports

Alfonso Denson, A.A.E., To Be Honored With AAAE Distinguished Service Award

Alfonso Denson, A.A.E., president and CEO of the Birmingham Airport Authority, will receive the American Association of Airport Executives' Distinguished Service Award, which ...
Education & Training

AAAE Recognizes 101 Airports for Training Excellence

An ANTN Digicast Excellence in Airport Training award signifies that airport employees and others working at each facility have completed a specified amount of federally-mandated...
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AAAE/USCTA Lead Coalition Asking Congress to Fully Fund Contract Towers

A coalition of aviation groups, including the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE)/U.S. Contract Tower Association (USCTA), have written leaders of the Senate and...
Airports

AAAE Named One of the Best Places to Work in Virginia

The American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) on Feb. 2, was named one of the 2017 Best Places to Work in Virginia by Virginia Business and Best Companies Group. This ...
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Gupta joins AAAE from the Senate Appropriations Committee, where she most recently served as minority clerk for the subcommittee responsible for funding the Department of Homeland Security and its component agencies, including the Transportation Security Administration and U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Airports

Stephanie Gupta Joins AAAE Federal Affairs Team

The American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) on Jan. 3, announced the addition of highly respected Senate and House appropriations committee staff veteran Stephanie Gupta...
Airports

Airline Bag Fee Collections Reach Another New High

With the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) on Dec. 12, reporting more than $5.3 billion in baggage and reservation change fees flowing to airlines in the first nine months...
Airports

Hudson Group and AAAE Announce the Mario DiDomizio Excellence in Education Scholarships

Hudson Group CEO Joe DiDomizio and American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) President and CEO Todd Hauptli on Dec. 5, announced the creation of the Mario DiDomizio Excellence...
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Airports

AAAE Statement on the Election

American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) President and CEO Todd Hauptli issued the following statement today regarding the election:"President-elect Trump has called ...
Airports

Innovative Airport TNC Management System Marks One Year of Operations

The American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) on Nov. 1, marks the one-year anniversary of operations for a proven and successful system that helps airports manage transportatio...
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Airports

Miami International Airport Wins Inaugural Airport Innovation Award

The Airport Innovation Accelerator – established by the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) as a hub for innovation bringing together airports with corporate leaders...
Aviation Security

AAAE Statement on the Departure of DHS Deputy Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas

American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) President and CEO Todd Hauptli issued the following statement Oct. 5, regarding the announced departure of Deputy Secretary Alejandro...
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Baggage & Cargo

Bag Fees Reach New High as Airlines Continue to Oppose Modest PFC Update

With the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) reporting more than $3.5 billion in baggage and reservation change fees flowing to airlines in the first half of 2016, the American...
Airports

Bag Fees Reach New High as Airlines Continue to Oppose Modest PFC Update

With the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) on Sept. 19, reporting more than $3.5 billion in baggage and reservation change fees flowing to airlines in the first half of ...
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Airports

AAAE Foundation Increases Awards by 38%

The American Association of Airport Executives announced that its educational Foundation has awarded $261,300 in scholarships for 2016, an increase of nearly 38 percent from $...
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Airports

Robert Olislagers to be Honored with AAAE Distinguished Service Award

Robert Olislagers, A.A.E., executive director of Centennial Airport, will receive the American Association of Airport Executives' Distinguished Service Award, which is presented...
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Airlines

Airline Bag, Ticket Fees Reach $1.7B in First Three Months of 2016

With the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) today reporting more than $1.7 billion in baggage and reservation change fees flowing to airlines in the first quarter of 2016...
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AAAE Elects Leaders for 2016-17 at 88th Annual Conference and Exposition

Carl Newman, A.A.E., CEO of the Jackson Municipal Airport Authority, recently took office as Chair of the American Association of Airport Executives for 2016-2017.
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A security line on May 15, inside Terminal 3 at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) warps around the walkway to accommodate the crush of passengers.
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AAAE Calls for Continued Action to Address Growing Wait Times at Screening Checkpoints

In the short-term, TSA needs additional front-line resources to meet growing traffic levels; long term, it must take steps to grow enrollment in the PreCheck and develop more ...
Trade Associations & Events

AAAE/IAAE Grows International Presence with Promotion of Experienced Regulatory Expert Melissa Sabatine

Melissa Sabatine has been promoted to Senior Vice President, Regulatory and International Affairs and Deputy Executive Director, International Association of Airport Executives...
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Roberts is also a member of the board of directors of the International Association of Airport Executives (IAAE) and served as president of AAAE’s Northeast Chapter.
Airports & Municipalities

Elaine Roberts, A.A.E., To Be Honored With AAAE Distinguished Service Award

Roberts has served as President and CEO of the Columbus Regional Airport Authority – which oversees operations at Port Columbus International, Rickenbacker International and Bolton...
Trade Associations & Events

Mark Brewer, A.A.E., Honored With AAAE Distinguished Service Award

The Distinguished Service Award is one of AAAE's highest levels of recognition. Distinguished Service Award winners exemplify the best in airport management by continually bringing...
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Airlines Continue Opposition to PFCs as Bag Fee Collections Reach Historic Levels

Despite taking in more than $5 billion in fee revenue from bags, flight changes or cancellations so far this year, the airlines continue to oppose adjustment to the local Passenger...
Trade Associations & Events

AAAE/IAAE Sign Major Training Agreement with Ecuadorian Airport Authority

The training will include a four-day on-site Airport Safety and Operations Training (ASOT) Workshop based on International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) standards and a four...
Trade Associations & Events

AAAE Announces Market Match Service at Innovation Forum

The service is intended for innovators with a mature product, strong references and a demonstrated investment to serve the airport market.
Airports & Municipalities

AAAE/ACC Airport Technologies Workshop

Airport Business' Editor Ronnie Garrett will be part of the Cybersecurity session; be sure to attend.
Education & Training

AAAE Foundation Sees 30% Increase In Awards For 2015

The American Association of Airport Executives is pleased to announce that its educational Foundation has made awards of $203,000 in 2015 for scholarships and internships, up ...
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IAAE, USCTA Board Members Approved at AAAE Annual Conference

AAAE Board of Directors voted to approve the membership of the International Association of Airport Executives Board of Directors and the U.S. Contract Tower Association Policy...
Airports & Municipalities

Oris Dunham, Mark Brewer, Elaine Roberts, McFarland Johnson, AirIT Honored By AAAE

Airport industry leaders Oris Dunham, Mark Brewer and Elaine Roberts were honored with the prestigious Chair's Award and Distinguished Service Awards, respectively, at the recently...
Trade Associations & Events

AAAE Questions Airline Opposition to PFC Update As Bag Fee Haul Nears $22 Billion Since 2008

Since 2008, airlines have collected more than $21.8 billion in baggage fees and more than $17.8 billion extra in ticket change and cancellation fees.
Airports & Municipalities

AAAE Questions Airline Opposition to PFC Update As Bag Fee Haul Nears $22 Billion Since 2008

With the U.S. Department of Transportation today reporting more than $1.6 billion in additional bag fee and ancillary revenue flowing to airlines in the first quarter of 2015,...
Trade Associations & Events

AAAE Elects Leaders for 2015-16 at 87th Annual Conference and Exposition

Jeff Mulder, A.A.E., Director of Airports at the Tulsa Airports Improvement Trust, took office this week as Chair of the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) for ...
Trade Associations & Events

John Sanders Named Principal Innovation and Technology Advisor to AAAE Airport Innovation Accelerator

The AAAE Airport Innovation Accelerator was established recently by the association to directly assist qualified companies in accelerating the process and requirements of bringing...
Trade Associations & Events

AAAE Recognizes 92 Airports For Training Excellence

The award levels are based on total training programs watched and total number of employees trained at each airport. Each winning airport is presented with a plaque marking the...
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Rick Crider to Serve as Chair of AAAE National Airports Conference

NAC will be hosted by Savannah-Hilton Head International Airport on Sept. 20-22, and will be held at the Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort and Spa.
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AAAE Announces Retirement of Los Angeles World Airports Executive Director Gina Marie Lindsey, C.M.

Todd Hauptli: "For a quarter of a century, I have learned from her, been inspired by her and watched her accomplish seemingly impossible tasks. We are better as an industry because...
Trade Associations & Events

AAAE Questions Airline Opposition to Local Airport Investment as Baggage Fee Collections Skyrocket

With ancillary fee collections adding nearly $6.2 billion to airline coffers in 2013, AAAE questions the continued opposition to a modest increase in the federal cap on local ...