Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is among airports throughout North America that will recognize workers on Airport Workers Day, June 25. Airport Workers Day shows appreciation for the people who help keep airports operational, passengers and cargo moving, and the economy of the state running. Phoenix Sky Harbor, Deer Valley, and Goodyear airports make up […]
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Aviation/Airspace Needs Plenary Session Panel Highlighted at WRP Principals’ Meeting
Photo – Aviation panel members from left are, Gary Harter, Mark Bontrager, Arjuna “Tuna” Fields and Matthew Maass. Senior leaders from state, federal and Tribal agencies gathered May 28-29 for the 2026 Western Regional Partnership (WRP) Principals’ Meeting in Deer Valley, Utah. Before the meeting officially kicked-off, separate meetings were held among Department of War, […]
Phoenix Airport Museum Gets Spotlight for Museum Month
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport celebrates Museum Month, and the upcoming May 18 International Museum Day, by showcasing the Phoenix Airport Museum’s exhibitions. Museum Month is recognized annually in May to increase awareness of the role of museums in communities and to promote cultural heritage. Phoenix Airport Museum History The art in the airport has […]
Recipients of Arizona Airports Association Awards of Excellence Announced
The Arizona Airports Association (AzAA) recognized outstanding individuals and achievements within the aviation industry at its Annual Spring Conference in March. Held in Prescott, Arizona, the event honored key leaders who have made significant contributions to the state’s airports, aviation operations, and overall industry excellence. Matthew Munden Awarded AzAA President’s Award Matthew Munden, Aeronautics Group […]
Update: FAA to Host Virtual Public Workshops for Phoenix Area FAA Modernization Project
The Federal Aviation Administration has published new Airport Procedure Boards on its public involvement website, Community Engagement – Phoenix | Federal Aviation Administration. The proposed procedure boards provide a graphic representation of proposed departures and arrivals at the region’s airports, waypoints that represent specific latitude/longitude points along those flight paths, and representations of the flight […]
John Ivanoff Named Vice President of Operations at Tucson Airport Authority
The Tucson Airport Authority (TAA) has announced the hiring of John Ivanoff as Vice President of Operations. As Vice President, Ivanoff will be a member of TAA’s Executive Team. In his role as Vice President of Operations, he is responsible for the day-to-day management of operations at Tucson International Airport (TUS) and Ryan Airfield (RYN). […]
Phoenix Sky Harbor Sets Passenger Records in March
Last month was a busy one for Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, with Spring Break passengers coming and going, and others enjoying a variety of events around the Valley. With 5,128,429 passengers coming through the airport, it marks the busiest month ever in the airport’s history surpassing the previous March 2024 record by 1.27%. March […]
Grand Canyon National Park Airport Celebrated as 2026 ADOT Airport of the Year
Grand Canyon National Park Airport, operated by the Arizona Department of Transportation, has been named state Airport of the Year for 2026 following a complex runway renovation that enhanced operational reliability and safety. The award is presented annually by the ADOT Aeronautics Group, which supports Arizona’s 67 publicly owned and operated airports by dispersing grant […]
PHX Sky Harbor to Honor Airport Volunteers
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is recognizing its dedicated volunteers during Volunteer Appreciation Week, taking place April 22–28. The volunteer program is a cornerstone of guest service at America’s Friendliest Airport®. From the Navigators to the Navigator Buddies, Teen Navigators, and Navigator Chaplains, these volunteers play a key role in helping Phoenix Sky Harbor deliver […]
FAA to Host Virtual Public Workshops for Phoenix Area FAA Modernization Project
The Federal Aviation Administration will host four virtual public workshops in May as part of the Phoenix Area FAA Modernization Project. The project is led by the FAA and proposes new and updated satellite‑based flight procedures to enhance safety and improve the efficiency of airspace serving Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and surrounding airports. The […]




