Alabama
John C. Eagerton IV, D.P.A.
Bureau Chief
Alabama Department of Transportation
Aeronautics Bureau
1409 Coliseum Boulevard
Montgomery, AL 36130
(334) 242-6820
eagertonj@dot.state.al.us
http://www.dot.state.al.us/aerweb/index.htm
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Alabama Mission: To serve the local airport operators and general public by assuring that aviation fuel taxes are spent on projects and research that will preserve and enhance Alabama's air transportation system. Ensuring the long-term safety and efficiency of Alabama's airports is essential to the state's transportation system.
Alaska
Steve Hatter
Deputy Commissioner of Aviation
Statewide Aviation
Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 196900
Anchorage, AK 99519-6900
Street Address
4111 Aviation Avenue
Anchorage, AK 99502
(907) 269-0730
steve.hatter@alaska.gov http://dot.alaska.gov/airport-portal.shtml
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Alaska Mission: The mission of the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities is to provide for the safe movement of people and goods and the delivery of state services. A Department of Transportation and Public Facilities that plans, designs, constructs, operates and maintains quality, safe, efficient sustainable transportation and public facilities that meet the needs of Alaska‘s diverse population, geography and growing economy.
Arizona
Michael Klein, A.A.E.
Manager
Multi Modal Planning Division – Aeronautics Group
Arizona Department of Transportation
206 S. 17th Street - MD 426M
Phoenix, AZ 85007-3213
(602) 712-7647
maklein@azdot.gov
www.azdot.gov
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Arizona Mission: The mission of the ADOT - MPD - Aeronautics Group is to encourage and advance the safe and orderly development of aviation in the State.
California
Dennis Jacobs
Acting Division Chief
Division of Aeronautics M.S. #40
California Department of Transportation
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 942874
Sacramento, CA 94274-0001
Street Address
1120 N Street, Room 3300
Sacramento, CA 95814-5605
(916) 654-5470
dennis.jacobs@dot.ca.gov
www.dot.ca.gov/aeronautics
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California Mission: The California Department of Transportation's goal in aviation is to foster and promote the development of a safe, efficient, dependable, and environmentally compatible air transportation system.
Colorado
David Gordon
Director
Division of Aeronautics
Colorado Department of Transportation
5126 Front Range Parkway
Watkins, CO 80137
(303) 261-7705
davidc.gordon@state.co.us
www.colorado-aeronautics.org
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Colorado Mission: In support of the Colorado Department of Transportation's development of a forward-looking multi-modal transportation system in the 21st century, the Colorado Division of Aeronautics shall promote partnering with its public and private constituents to enhance aviation safety, aviation education, and the development of an effective air transportation system through the efficient administration of the Colorado Aviation Fund.
Connecticut
Kevin Dillon
State Aviation Administrator
Connecticut Department of Transportation
Bureau of Aviation and Ports
2800 Berlin Turnpike
Newington, CT 06131-7546
(860) 594-2580
kdollon@bradleyairport.com
www.ct.gov
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Connecticut Mission: The Mission of the Bureau of Aviation & Ports is to provide the most Efficient, Effective, Convenient and Safe Use of State Aviation, Ferry and State Pier Facilities to our users and other customers.
Delaware
Roberta Geier
Assistant Director of Planning
Office of Aeronautics
Delaware Department of Transportation
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 778
Dover, DE 19903
Street Address
800 Bay Road
Dover, DE 19901
(302) 760-2119
roberta.geier@state.de.us www.deldot.gov
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Delaware Mission: The mission of DelDOT Office of Aeronautics is "To enhance Delaware's economic development by fostering and promoting a safe and efficient aviation system for the movement of goods, services, and people and to encourage and promote aviation and aviation safety."
Florida
Aaron N. Smith
State Aviation Manager
Aviation Office
Florida Department of Transportation
605 Suwannee Street, M.S. 46
Tallahassee, FL 32399-0450
(850) 414-4514
aaron.smith@dot.state.fl.us www.dot.state.fl.us/aviation
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Florida Mission: The aviation mission of the Florida Department of Transportation is to provide a safe and secure air transportation system that ensures the mobility of people and goods, enhances economic prosperity, and preserves the quality of our environment and communities.
Georgia
Carol L. Comer
Director, Division of Intermodal
Georgia Department of Transportation
4005 Fulton Industrial Boulevard
Atlanta, GA 30336
(404) 505-4869
ccomer@dot.ga.gov www.dot.ga.gov/localgovernment/intermodalprograms/aviation/Pages/default.aspx
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Georgia Mission: Aviation Programs is tasked to assure a safe, adequate, and well maintained system of airports, to promote and encourage the use of aviation facilities and to foster safer operating conditions at these facilities. Aviation Programs is required to guide airport development, promote viable scheduled air service and assure a well-maintained system of publicly owned airports.
Guam
Charles H. Ada, II
Executive Manager
Guam International Airport Authority
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 8770
Tamuning, Guam 96931
Street Address
355 Chalan Pasaheru, Route 10A
Tamuning, Guam 96931
(671) 646-0300 / 02
chuckada@guamairport.net
www.guamairport.com
Guam Mission: The Authority strives to ensure the safety and security of the traveling public; is dedicated to maintaining a superior and reliable level of airport services for our island residents and tourists; and committed to supporting the development of air linkages and facilities which are integral parts of the island’s future economic growth.
Hawaii
Ford Fuchigami
Deputy Director - Airports
Airports Division
Hawaii Department of Transportation
Honolulu International Airport
400 Rodgers Boulevard, Suite 700
Honolulu, HI 96819-1880
(808) 838-8602
ford.fuchigami@hawaii.gov
www.hawaii.gov/dot/airports/
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Hawaii Mission: The mission of the Airports Division is to develop, manage and maintain a safe and efficient global air transportation organization.
Idaho
Mike Pape
Administrator
Division of Aeronautics
Idaho Transportation Department
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 7129
Boise, ID 83707-1129
Street Address
3483 Rickenbacker Street
Boise, ID 83705
(208) 334-8775
mike.pape@itd.idaho.gov http://itd.idaho.gov/aero/
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Idaho Mission: The Idaho Transportation Department’s Division of Aeronautics serves to provide the highest quality, most effective, efficient, and safest airport system for all users of aviation services. To this end, the Division of Aeronautics plans and implements essential programs, services and projects to develop, encourage, and foster an exemplary system of airports that meet the current and future requirements of a growing and diverse Idaho aviation community.
Illinois
Dr. Susan R. Shea
Director
Division of Aeronautics
Illinois Department of Transportation
1 Langhorne Bond Drive
Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
Springfield, IL 62707-8415
(217) 785-8515
susan.shea@illinois.gov www.dot.il.gov/aero/index.html
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Illinois Mission: The mission of the Illinois Department of Transportation’s Division of Aeronautics is to further safe and efficient air travel throughout Illinois. The Illinois State Aviation System is one of the largest in the nation - it’s comprised of over 870 individual landing facilities. It’s also quite diverse - Illinois is home to everything from O’Hare International Airport, to Municipal General Aviation Airports, to private grass strips in farmers’ backyards. The services we provide to the public are as varied as our landing facilities. We assist with the creation, improvement and continued operations of public airports through financial assistance, inspection and technical oversight.
Indiana
Kevin Rector
Manager
Office of Aviation
Indiana Department of Transportation
100 N. Senate Avenue, Room N955
Indianapolis, IN 46204-2217
(317) 232-1477
krector@indot.in.gov http://www.in.gov/indot/2395.htm
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Indiana Mission: The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) Office of Aviation is responsible for promoting aviation safety throughout the state of Indiana. INDOT strives to maintain a high level of safety within the state aviation system.
Kansas
Jesse Romo
Director
Division of Aviation
Kansas Department of Transportation
Mailing Address
700 SW Harrison
Topeka, KS 66603-3754
Street Address
700 SW Harrison, 2nd Floor NE
Public Access at North Entrance
Topeka, KS 66603-3754
(785) 296-7449
jromo@ksdot.org
www.ksdot.org/divaviation
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Kansas Mission: To provide a statewide transportation system to meet the needs of Kansas.
Louisiana
Brad Brandt
Acting Aviation Director
Aviation Division
Louisiana Department of Transportation & Development
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 94245
Baton Rouge, LA 70804-9245
Street Address
1201 Capitol Access Road
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 379-3040
brad.brandt@la.gov www.dotd.louisiana.gov
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Louisiana Mission: Our mission is to continue to improve our aviation infrastructure to insure a safe, modern and well managed system of airports which provides convenient and efficient access to the state for tourism, commerce, industrial interest, recreation and economic development and continually modernize the state's public airports to meet the changing needs of the aviation community.
Maine
Herb Thompson
Director
Bureau of Transportation System Planning
Maine Department of Transportation
16 State House Station
Augusta, ME 04333-0016
(207) 624-3249
herb.thompson@maine.gov
www.maine.gov/mdot/aviation
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Maine Mission: MaineDOT responsibly provides a safe, efficient and reliable transportation system that supports economic opportunity and quality of life.
Maryland
Paul J. Wiedefeld A.A.E.
Executive Director
Maryland Aviation Administration
Maryland Department of Transportation
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 8766
BWI Airport, MD 21240-0766
Street Address
3rd Floor
Terminal Building
BWI Airport, MD 21240
(410) 859-7060
pwiedefeld@bwiairport.com
www.marylandregionalaviation.aero
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Maryland Mission: The Maryland Aviation Administration (MAA) fosters the vitality of aviation statewide and promotes safe and efficient operations, economic viability and environmental stewardship. Responsible for the operation of Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall and Martin State airports, the MAA provides friendly, convenient facilities and customer services and develops enhanced domestic and international passenger and cargo opportunities through intermodalism and state-of-the-art technology.
Massachusetts
Christopher J. Willenborg
Administrator
Massachusetts Department of Transportation
Aeronautics Division
Logan Office Center
One Harborside Drive, Suite 205N
East Boston, MA 02128-2909
(617) 412-3686
christopher.willenborg@state.ma.us
www.mass.gov/massdot/aeronautics
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Massachusetts Mission: The MassDOT Aeronautics Division is focused on aviation investments, airport improvements, safety, and security.
Michigan
Mike Trout
Director
Office of Aeronautics
Michigan Department of Transportation
2700 Port Lansing Road
Lansing, MI 48906-2160
(517) 335-9568
troutM1@michigan.gov www.michigan.gov/aero
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Michigan Mission: Helping communities attract and retain quality airline services that provide links to national and global markets is a high priority at the bureau.
Mississippi
Thomas M. Booth Jr., P.E.
Director
Aeronautics Division, Office of Intermodal Planning
Mississippi Department of Transportation
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 1850
Jackson, MS 39215-1850
Street Address
401 Northwest Street
Jackson, MS 39201
(601) 359-7850
tbooth@mdot.ms.gov
www.gomdot.com/portal/divisions/aeronautics.aspx
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Mississippi Mission: The Aeronautics Division assists the public-owned airports in developing a safe and effective air transportation system in the state. The state owns no airports, all are locally owned by cities, counties or airport authorities. The division provides technical, administrative and financial assistance to airport owners for federal and state funded construction projects.
Missouri
Amy Ludwig
Administrator of Aviation
Aviation Section
Missouri Department of Transportation
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 270
Jefferson City, MO 65102
Street Address
DOT Building
830 MoDOT Drive
Jefferson City, MO 65102
(573) 526-7912
amy.ludwig@modot.mo.gov
www.modot.org/othertransportation/
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Missouri Mission: MoDOT administers federal and state funding for airport maintenance and capital improvements. Other duties include airport safety inspections, maintaining a state airport system plan, providing airfield safety equipment, and promoting aviation education.
Montana
Debbie Alke
Administrator
Aeronautics Division
Montana Department of Transportation
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 200507
Helena, MT 59620-0507
Street Address
2630 Airport Road
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 444-2506
dalke@mt.gov www.mdt.mt.gov/aviation
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Montana Mission: MDT's mission is to serve the public by providing a transportation system and services that emphasize quality, safety, cost effectiveness, economic vitality and sensitivity to the environment.
The Montana Aeronautics Division has two bureaus: Safety and Education and Airport/Airways. These bureaus are responsible for providing for the protection and promotion of safety in aeronautics.
Nevada
Eric Glick
State Aviation Manager
Nevada Department of Transportation
1263 South Stewart Street
Carson City, NV 89712
(775) 888-7464
eglick@dot.state.nv.us http://www.nevadadot.com/About_NDOT/NDOT_Divisions/Planning/Aviation/Aviation_Home.aspx
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Nevada Mission: The mission of the Nevada Department of Transportation is to provide a better transportation system for Nevada through unified and dedicated efforts.
Established and incorporated in the Nevada Department of Transportation Planning Division, the Aviation Planning Section is responsible for helping ensure that Nevada's general aviation public and private use airports meet applicable safety requirements and provide maximum utility to their communities and the flying public.
New Hampshire
Patrick Herlihy
Director
Division of Aeronautics
John O. Morton Building
7 Hazen Drive
Concord, NH 03302-0483
(603) 271-1676
pherlihy@dot.state.nh.us www.nh.gov/dot/org/index.htm
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New Hampshire Mission: Transportation excellence enhancing the quality of life in New Hampshire.
The Bureau of Aeronautics works with aviation agencies at the Federal, State and local levels to preserve and promote a system of airports necessary to guarantee the future of air transportation in New Hampshire.
New Mexico
Steve Summers
Director
Aviation Division
New Mexico Department of Transportation
P.O. Box 9830
Albuquerque, NM 87119
(505) 244-1788 x 111
steve.summers@state.nm.us
www.dot.state.nm.us/aviation.html
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New Mexico Mission: We encourage and advance aviation in New Mexico. We support and enhance a safe and effective aviation system in the state. We foster the development of new technology and innovation.
North Carolina
Richard J. Walls, P.E.
Deputy Secretary for Transit
North Carolina Department of Transportation
Mailing Address
1560 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1560
Street Address
1050 Meridian Drive
RDU Airport, NC 27623
(919) 840-0112
rjwalls@ncdot.gov
www.ncdot.org/transit/aviation
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North Carolina mission: The Division is responsible for all aviation functions regarding state system planning, airport and aviation system development, and provides funding to communities for constructing and improving airports throughout the state.
North Dakota
Larry Taborsky
Director
North Dakota Aeronautics Commission
Mailing Address
Box 5020
Bismarck, ND 58502
Street Address
Bismarck Municipal Airport
2301 University Drive
Building 1652-22
Bismarck, ND 58504
(701) 328-9655
ltaborsky@nd.gov
www.nd.gov/ndaero
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North Dakota Mission: To provide at the highest priority, economic and technical assistance to insure an orderly and cost effective support system that enables the advancement of the state's aviation system.
Oklahoma
Victor N. Bird
Director
Oklahoma Aeronautics Commission
120 N. Robinson Avenue – Suite 1244W
Oklahoma City, OK 73102
(405) 604-6900
vbird@oac.ok.gov
www.aeronautics.ok.gov
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Oklahoma Mission: The Oklahoma Aeronautics Commission's mission is to promote aviation, which includes fostering the growth of the aerospace industry and ensuring that the needs of commerce and communities across Oklahoma are met by the state's 113 public airports that comprise the state’s air transportation system.
Puerto Rico
Arnaldo DeLeo
Acting Executive Director
Aviation Bureau, Puerto Rico Ports Authority
P.O. Box 362829
San Juan, PR 00936-2829
(787) 729-8804 / 8805
adeleo@prpa.gobierno.pr
www. prpa.gobierno.pr
Puerto Rico Mission: Develop, operate and manage maritime and air facilities on the island so that it results in providing high quality services in the industry.
Rhode Island
Kelly J. Fredericks, P.E., A.A.E.
CEO
Rhode Island Airport Corporation
Theodore Francis Green Airport
2000 Post Road
Warwick, RI 02886-1533
(401) 691-2224
kfredericks@pvdairport.com
www.pvdairport.com
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Rhode Island Mission: For safe, secure, efficient and convenient air transportation for Rhode Island the New England region; and by developing, promoting and managing the airport system to stimulate the region's economic growth; and by fostering a corporate culture that balances fiscal, civic and environment stewardship.
South Carolina
Paul G. Werts
Executive Director
South Carolina Division of Aeronautics
State Budget and Control Board
Columbia Metropolitan Airport
2553 Airport Boulevard
West Columbia, SC 29170
(803) 896-6262
pwerts@aeronautics.sc.gov
www.scaeronautics.com
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South Carolina Mission: Fostering air commerce by overseeing the safety and development of the state's public use airports and providing safe, reliable air transportation for state government and business prospects.
South Dakota
Bruce Lindholm
Program Manager
Office of Air, Rail & Transit
South Dakota Department of Transportation
Becker-Hansen Building
700 East Broadway Avenue
Pierre, SD 57501-2586
(605) 773-3574
bruce.lindholm@state.sd.us
www.sddot.com/transportation/aviation/
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South Dakota Mission: South Dakota’s Aeronautics Commission promotes aeronautics, fosters air commerce, and assists the development of aviation and aviation facilities for all phases of the industry and general public in South Dakota.
Tennessee
Bill Orellana
Director
Aeronautics Division
Tennessee Department of Transportation
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 17326
Nashville, TN 37217
Street Address
607 Hangar Lane
Building 4219
Nashville, TN 37217
(615) 741-3208
bill.orellana@tn.gov
www.tdot.state.tn.us/aeronautics
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Tennessee Mission: The Aeronautics Division represents more than just airplanes and airports, it is commerce. The economic impact aviation creates within the borders of the State of Tennessee is enormous. To facilitate such benefits the Division administers Federal and State funding to assist in the location, design, construction and maintenance of Tennessee's diverse public aviation system.
Texas
David S. Fulton
Director
Division of Aviation
Texas Department of Transportation
Mailing Address
125 E. 11th Street
Austin, TX 78701-2483
Street Address
150 E. Riverside Drive
5th Floor, South Tower
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 416-4505
David.Fulton@txdot.gov
www.txdot.gov
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Texas Mission: Provide safe and efficient movement of people and goods, enhance economic viability and improve the quality of life for the people that travel in the state of Texas by maintaining existing roadways and collaborating with private and local entities to plan, design, build and maintain expanded transportation infrastructure.
Utah
M. Patrick Morley
Director
Aeronautical Operations Division
Utah Department of Transportation
135 North 2400 West
Salt Lake City, UT 84116
(801) 715-2260
pmorley@utah.gov
www.udot.utah.gov
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Utah Mission: Quality Transportation Today, Better Transportation Tomorrow. Promote and foster aviation in Utah by providing safe and functional airport systems as an integral part of the statewide transportation program. Supply safe and efficient air transportation to state agencies and those conducting state business. Provide quality maintenance for state-owned aircraft. Be team oriented and sensitive to the needs of each individual in the organization and customers.
Vermont
Guy Rouelle
Aviation Program Manager
Operations Division
Agency of Transportation
National Life Building, Drawer 33
Montpelier, VT 05633
(802) 828-2833
guy.rouelle@state.vt.us
www.vermontairports.com
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Vermont Mission: Vermont's Agency of Transportation Aviation Program supports, maintains, and enhances the public use airport system in the state. The Aviation Program strives to promote efficient and effective air transportation of goods and people to support Vermont’s business and recreational activities in an environmentally safe manner.
Washington
Tristan Atkins
Director
Washington Aviation Division
Washington Department of Transportation
18204 59th Drive NE, Suite B
Arlington, WA 98223
(360) 651-6301
atkinstk@wsdot.wa.gov
www.wsdot.wa.gov/aviation
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Washington Mission: The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) Aviation is responsible for protecting and preserving Washington State’s 138 public use general aviation airports. Airports are a vital part of the communities they serve and are an important part of Washington State’s transportation system.
West Virginia
Susan V. Chernenko
Director
Aeronautics Commission
West Virginia Department of Transportation
1900 Kanawha Boulevard East
Building Five, Room A-129
Charleston, WV 25305
(304) 558-3436
susan.v.chernenko@wv.gov
www.wvdot.com/1_airports/1e_commission.htm
Proclamation
West Virginia Mission: The West Virginia Aeronautics Commission (WVAC) fosters and assists in the development of aeronautics in West Virginia and encourages the establishment of airports and air navigation facilities.
Wisconsin
David M. Greene
Director
Bureau of Aeronautics
Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 7914
Madison, WI 53707-7914
Street Address
4802 Sheboygan Avenue
Room 701
Madison, WI 53705
(608) 266-2480
david.greene@dot.wi.gov |