In 2024 Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) began an ambitious and somewhat unique plan to generate additional revenue while simultaneously increasing total cargo tonnage coming through the airport. The plan was to get into the ground handling business.

The Port of Seattle named Wendy Reiter as managing director of Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA), effective January 7, 2026. A veteran leader at SEA and longtime partner to key federal aviation agencies, Reiter previously led security, fire and emergency preparedness for SEA. Over the last 35 years she has held key management roles with airports and airlines in Seattle and in the Midwest.

Both aircraft design and the airline market are shifting simultaneously. This means airport leaders must do more than respond to a single point of change; they must rethink how they plan, design and invest in terminals.

Airport stakeholders have advocated for a tower at Oregon’s third busiest public-use airport since 2008. This year, that goal became a reality.

Discover a little free library at Phoenix Sky Harbor and a new Embry-Riddle flight complex at Prescott Regional. Stay updated with the latest aviation news.

Discover a new concourse planned at MIA and a new operational nerve center at SFO. Stay updated with the latest aviation news.

2026 is a pivotal year for Philadelphia, as host to America’s 250th birthday celebration and A-list sporting events, including FIFA World Cup matches, MLB All-Star Week, the PGA Championship and more. Millions of travelers are expected, and with them comes an incredible opportunity to showcase what makes Philadelphia special, generate significant economic gains and, ideally, inspire repeat visits.

As airport leaders and industry stakeholders gather for the 98th Annual AAAE Conference & Exposition, one of the clearest glimpses into the future of our profession is the growing momentum of the AAAE Student Network, also known as the Student Chapter Program.

Airports should be prepared for an AED event and keeping passengers healthy. They can partner with the American Heart Association writes AAAE Chair Rebecca Hupp, A.A.E.

At the heart of the Commonwealth of Kentucky lies an aviation facility that delivers critical industry capabilities: the Blue Grass Airport Regional ARFF Training Center in Lexington.

Tampa International Airport is making use of LiDAR technology to increase airport operations.

Discover insights from Sarah McKeon, C.M., P.E., Director of Aviation at PANYNJ, on managing New York's major airports, overcoming challenges, and future-proofing aviation operations.