The Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) has promoted Anne Saxton to the role of director of concessions and business development following a national search. She started serving in her new role Monday, March 31. A seasoned entrepreneur with expertise in business development and strategic partnerships, Saxton previously served as the MAC’s interim director of concessions and […]
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Christopher Roy Named MAC Director of Project Delivery
The Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) has selected Christopher Roy as director of project delivery for Airport Development following a national search. Roy will be responsible for executing a wide range of aviation-related construction programs across the MAC airport system, which includes Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) and six general aviation airports in the Twin Cities. […]
The MAC Selects Joe Harris as Vice President, Management and Operations
The Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) has promoted Joe Harris to the senior executive team as vice president of management and operations following a national search. He started serving in his new role Monday, Feb. 24. Harris has been the MAC’s director of reliever airports since July 2019. In that capacity, he directed the strategic business […]
Public Comment Period Open for Flying Cloud Airport Long-Term Plan
Photo above – The MAC invites the public to attend an open house to learn about the draft 2040 long-term plan for Flying Cloud Airport. Courtesy of the Metropolitan Airports Commission. The Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) has opened a 45-day public comment period for its draft 2040 long-term plan for Flying Cloud Airport (FCM) in […]
Twin City GA Airports See More Growth in Operations
Photo above – St. Paul Downtown Airport. Courtesy of the Metropolitan Airports Commission. New data from the Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) shows the organization’s general aviation airports in the Twin Cities totaling 372,609 operations in 2024. This number represents a 1% increase over the total of 370,509 takeoffs and landings at the facilities in 2023. […]
MAC Selects Isabella Rhawie as VP, Commercial Revenue Officer
The Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) has promoted Isabella Rhawie to the senior executive team as vice president, commercial revenue officer following a national search. Rhawie had been the MAC’s interim vice president of revenue development since July 2024. She previously served as the director of concessions and business development. “Isabella’s entrepreneurial spirit has sparked dynamic […]
MAC Selects Isabella Rhawie as VP, Commercial Revenue Officer
The Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) has promoted Isabella Rhawie to the senior executive team as vice president, commercial revenue officer following a national search. Rhawie had been the MAC’s interim vice president of revenue development since July 2024. She previously served as the director of concessions and business development. “Isabella’s entrepreneurial spirit has sparked dynamic […]
Cirrus Celebrates 600 Vision Jet Deliveries
Cirrus has announced the delivery of its 600th Vision Jet, a major milestone for the company and a defining moment in the evolution of personal aviation. As the world’s first and only single-engine jet to receive FAA certification, the Vision Jet has redefined personal aviation by combining advanced technology, exceptional safety features and outstanding performance […]
MAC Selects David Morrisette as New Assistant Director for Strategic Marketing
The Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) has selected David Morrisette as its new assistant director for strategic marketing following a competitive search. Morrisette joined the MAC, which owns and operates Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport and six general aviation airports in the region, on Monday, Oct. 21. In his new role, Morrisette will lead marketing strategy and […]
MSP Airport to Create Passenger Sensory-Friendly Rooms
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) will create its first-ever sensory rooms to provide calming spaces designed to reduce the stress and sensory overload that often accompanies travel, ensuring a more positive experience for those who need it. The Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC), which owns and operates MSP, is partnering with Minnesota-based nonprofit Fraser to design […]
