Welcome to the New York Aviation Management Association (NYAMA)!

Advancing Aviation - Advancing New York!

NYAMA's mission is to promote the viability and business interests of New York State's airports, which are the centerpiece of aviation services and drivers of economic development. Through advocacy, education, communications and business services, NYAMA supports New York's airports and the businesses and communities that rely upon them.  


 

Announcement: NYAMA 2024-25 Board of Directors

We are excited to announce the newly elected 2024-25 New York Aviation Management Association (NYAMA) Board of Directors. Each year, during our Annual Fall Conference, members have the opportunity to vote on the proposed slate of officers and directors. This year, on September 24th, in Buffalo, New York, the slate was officially approved. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to the following individuals who will lead the association over the coming year: 

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
President

Mark D. Heefner
Greater Binghamton Airport

Vice President
Richard Leppert
Seneca Flight Operations – Penn Yan

Treasurer
Andrew Moore, C.M.
Frederick Douglass – Greater Rochester International Airport

Secretary
Patrick Hludzenski, P.E.
C&S Companies

Secretary Elect
Robert Schneider
Long Island MacArthur Airport

DIRECTORS
Madeline Arango – LaGuardia Airport
Kirsten Cerro – Arora Engineering
Matthew Colbert – Empire Aviation Services
John P. DelBalso, C.M., A.C.E. – CHA Consulting
April Gasparri – Westchester County
Carrem Gay, C.M., A.C.E. – Port Authority of NY & NJ
Michael Hall – PFA Consulting
Connor Haskin – Albany International Airport
Dr. Maxine Lubner – Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology
Robert McAdams – Modern Aviation
Zachary Staff – McFarland Johnson, Inc.
Grant W. Sussey, C.M. – Watertown International Airport
Nate Ward – Beta Technologies
Lee Weitz – Buffalo Niagara International Airport

These dedicated professionals will continue to advance the mission of NYAMA, fostering innovation and collaboration within the aviation community across New York State. We are confident that their leadership will drive our organization forward in addressing the challenges and opportunities ahead.

Thank you to all the members who participated in this important process. We look forward to an exciting and productive year under their leadership!


 

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2024 FALL CONFERENCE WAS A GREAT SUCCESS!!

Thank you! 

On behalf of NYAMA Board of Directors, the Fall Conference Planning Committee and conference host, Buffalo Niagara International Airport, we would like to thank all the generous sponsors, attendees, and presenters who made the Fall Conference in Buffalo, NY, a huge success. Your support and participation played a pivotal role in creating a vibrant and enriching event. The social activities, engaging professional development presentations, and invaluable networking opportunities were made possible by your dedication. Thank you, your contributions have truly made a difference and for that, we are incredibly grateful.

Enjoy snapshots of conference activities through the link below!

Click Here for Conference Scrapbook!


We Want Your Feedback! 

To help us improve future conferences, we invite you to take a few moments to complete our feedback survey from the Fall Conference in Buffalo, NY. Your input is invaluable in helping us create an even better experience for everyone. Whether it’s your favorite sessions, areas for improvement, or suggestions for future topics, we want to hear it all. Please click the link below to share your thoughts with us.  

Thank you for your participation and for helping us make our conferences even better!

 Click Here for Post Conference Survey 


 Conference Attendee List

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 2024 NYAMA Memberships

Membership in NYAMA means becoming part of our statewide network of Airport Managers and Aviation Industry Leaders. NYAMA is the only organization in New York State dedicated solely to the needs of the aviation industry; tirelessly advocating for our members throughout the course of the year.  We know that airports are critical to the New York economy; by becoming a member you will among some of the best in the aviation industry!  

2024 NYAMA Membership Application 

2024 membership applications are for new members only, membership renewals, coming soon, can be found in the invoice section of your member only profile.