DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS ELECTED SECOND VP OF PRESTIGIOUS AVIATION ASSOCIATION

September 5 , 2007 – Blue Grass Airport’s Director of Operations, John Coon, AAE, has been elected Second Vice President of the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE), Great Lakes Chapter. AAAE is the world’s largest professional aviation association. The Great Lakes Chapter includes over 400 airport administrators and representatives of service and professional firms serving airports from 12 mid-western states and two Canadian Provinces.

“This is a fantastic and well-deserved honor for Mr. Coon,” said Michael Gobb, executive director at Blue Grass Airport. “His leadership skills, dedication and strong knowledge of operations have consistently made him an admired figure in the aviation industry. We are lucky to have such a valuable resource at Blue Grass Airport.”

John Coon has served as Blue Grass Airport’s Director of Operations since 1999 and is admired among his team and co-workers for his strong leadership skills. He is responsible for all airport security, public safety, maintenance and operations and manages a team of 64 employees.