Aviation Office
Welcome to Aviation Office
Florida is fortunate to be served by one of the most comprehensive and progressive airport systems in the country. The Aviation Office develops the Florida Aviation System Plan, promotes the development and improvement of Florida’s airports,
regulates airports, and protects airport approaches. Major activities include aviation system development, aviation grant program, airport regulation, intergovernmental coordination, aviation outreach and aviation emergency operations management.
Office Mission Statement
The Aviation Office guides and implements aviation system investments through:
- Program and project management to ensure a safe, secure, and reliable air transportation system
- Coordination of policy, public assets, and federal resources to enable the mobility of people and goods
- Advancement of innovation to preserve the quality of our environment and communities
2022 FDOT Aviation Award Recipients
August 4, 2022
The 2022 FDOT Aviation Awards was annouced at the 53rd Annual Florida Airports Council Conference is Orlando. The reciepients were choosen for outstanding contributions to Florida Airports. The recipients include: Aviation Professional of the Year: Nina MacPherson - North Perry Airport, Distinguished Aviation Service: Edmund Henke - Lee County Port Authority and Stephen Borowski - Valkaria Airport, Commercial Service Airport of the Year: Sarasota / Bradenton International Airport, General Aviation Airport of the Year: Vero Beach Regional Airport, Commercial Service Airport Project of the Year: Tampa International Airport - Blue Curbside Expansion Project, General Aviation Airport Project of the Year: Ocala International - Jim Taylor Field - New General Aviation Terminal.
State Aviation Manager
Aaron N. Smith
605 Suwannee St Tallahassee, FL 32399
MS 46
Tel: 850-414-4500
Fax: 850-414-4508
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