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Letter from the PresidentDear WAMA Members,I am deeply honored and excited to extend a warm welcome as the newly appointed President of the Washington Airport Management Association (WAMA). Having joined this remarkable organization in the early 2000’s, I have witnessed the incredible growth, collaboration, and expertise that define our community of airport professionals. WAMA stands as a beacon of inclusivity and talent, fostering a spirit of camaraderie among individuals dedicated to the advancement of aviation management. As we embark on this next year together, I am committed to upholding these values and fostering an environment that embraces diversity and inclusion. Our shared mission includes reaching out to new airports and students, ensuring that the wealth of knowledge within WAMA is accessible to all aspiring professionals. I believe in the power of mentorship and collaboration, and together, we can expand our outreach to cultivate the next generation of aviation leaders. I encourage each of you to actively participate, share your insights, and contribute to the growth of WAMA. Let us leverage our collective expertise to propel our organization to new heights, welcoming fresh perspectives and ideas that will shape the future of aviation management in Washington State. Thank you for entrusting me with the honor of serving as your President. I look forward to working closely with each of you to make WAMA an even more dynamic, inclusive, and influential force in Washington State. Sincerely, David Decoteau, A.A.E., USAP WAMA WAYPOINTSHighlights from recent WAYPOINTS. 2024 Annual WAMA Conference Registration and Hotel Reservations are now open!Click here for Conference Registration To book your room, go to https://reservations.muckleshootcasino.com/promo?propertyCode=MUCKLE&offerCode=1010673 or call the Hotel Call Center at 800.804.4944. The basic rooms are $159/night and the luxury are $179/night. The luxury rooms have a view of Mt. Rainier. Board Meets at Green River College on April 18In an attempt to broaden the connection
between the Washington Airport Management Association and students
contemplating careers in airport management, the Board of Directors
began last year holding site visit board meetings. Last year the Board
visited Central Washington State University, and this year on April
18th, the board will hold its monthly meeting at Green River College.
This provides an opportunity for students to ask questions, learn what
WAMA has to offer, and interact with those already in the field.
INDUSTRY DAY AT CWU
Central Washington University’s College of Business, Department of Aviation, and Career Services invite you to participate in our First Annual Industry Day event on Tuesday April 16th, 2024, from 8:30am to 2:30pm! If you would like to engage with students by introducing them to career possibilities in aviation, contact Alexis at alexis.pappas@cwu.edu . For the schedule and more information, click here. Second round of airport grant applications now being accepted
OLYMPIA – It’s time for airports to submit their applications for the second round of 2023-2025 Airport Aid Grant Program. The Washington State Department of Transportation Aviation Division anticipates awarding $2 million in funding. Hyperlinks within the release:
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Sustainable Aviation FestivalYou are encouraged to attend the SA Festival in Alburquerque in September of 2024. The agenda offers attendees the opportunity to increase knowledge and better understand renewable energy technologies, products, and services with unique and fun opportunities to interact with aviation experts. Click here for enlargement of poster. | Sponsors Washington State Airport RestaurantsWarren Hendrickson has compiled an informal list of Washington State/PNW Airport Restaurant List (updated spring 2023) which includes additional pages for nearby Oregon (both east and west of the Cascades) and Idaho airports. This list is not complete and we ask that if you have suggestions or recommendations for restaurants at or serving your airport, please feel free to send your suggestions or recommendations to Warren Hendrickson, at: wbhendrickson@comcast.net. He will continue to update the list as time allows. The list is primarily intended for use by pilots as they fly around the area. Perhaps providing everyone with an additional reason to visit your airport! |