Boca Raton Airport Authority Concludes 75th Anniversary Celebrations with Commemorative Coffee Table Book Release

Photo above – The Boca Raton Airport Authority Board is pictured from left to right; Bob Tucker, James Nau, Melvin Pollack, Gene Folden, Cheryl Budd, Mitchell Fogel, and Randy Nobles.

The Boca Raton Airport Authority has announced the release of its 75th Anniversary Coffee Table Book, now available on the official Airport website at bocaairport.com/75-yearsbook. This beautifully crafted book chronicles the evolution of the Boca Raton Airport from its early days as a modest grass airstrip to its current status as a premier general aviation hub in South Florida.

The 75th Anniversary Coffee Table Book offers an in-depth look at the Airport’s rich history, highlighting key milestones such as its transformation from the Boca Raton Army Airfield during World War II to the modern aviation facility it is today. The book also reflects on the Airport’s impact on the Boca Raton community and its contribution to regional growth and development.

Special features of the book include digital content such as archival footage and interviews with key figures, providing readers with a richer experience and deeper insight into the Airport’s journey and future direction.

In addition to celebrating the past, the book also provides insights into the future of the Airport, including upcoming projects and strategic initiatives designed to enhance its role in the region.

Kim Stevens

Kim Stevens is the publisher of State Aviation Journal, which he founded in 2009. A longtime commercial-rated pilot, he was introduced to state aviation in 1992 as Director of the Nebraska Department of Aeronautics, later serving as Deputy Division Director for the Arizona Department of Transportation's Aeronautics Division. From 2013 to 2018, he was Director of Communications and Operations for the National Association of State Aviation Officials (NASAO) in Washington, D.C. Relocating to North Carolina, Kim worked for the Raleigh-Durham International Airport for two years and now concentrates solely on the Journal. Prior to his aviation career, Kim spent a decade in the newspaper and magazine business.