Q2 2026 Newsletter 
Conference News
Southwest Airports Partnership Conference
Mark Your Calendars for the 2026 SCCAAAE Southwest Airports Partnership Conference in Hurst, TX — November 3-5, 2026! The committee is dedicated to providing you with a fantastic educational and networking experience, and we are eager to highlight all that Hurst has to offer!
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Thank you to our Hangar Host Sponsor:
Chapter Awards - Scholarship Winners
South Central Chapter of AAAE Scholarship Opportunities
Scholarships are available through SCCAAAE to support students and professionals pursuing aviation career development and industry engagement.
🎓 Recent Impact
The University of Oklahoma AAAE Student Chapter successfully supported 10 students in attending the AAAE Annual Conference & Exposition in Los Angeles through scholarship funding.
In 2026, SCCAAAE has awarded over $12,500 in scholarships to assist with:
- Professional development
- Conference attendance
- Certification and training programs
Eligible Events & Programs
Scholarship funds may be applied toward the following opportunities:
- AAAE National Airport Conference (New Orleans – September)
- SCC Southwest Airports Partnership Conference
- Loretta A. Scott, A.A.E. Accreditation/Certification
- AcademyAirport Certified Employee (ACE) Programs
- SCC Airport Peer Review Workshops
- Other AAAE Training and Certification Programs
Apply Today
Take advantage of this opportunity to advance your aviation career:
AAAE news
98th Annual AAAE Conference & Exposition - Los Angeles
May 3 - 5, 2026
The 98th Annual AAAE Conference and Exposition kicked off with a dinner at the Grammy Museum followed by a great informational session with committee leaders. Thank you to LAWA for hosting the conference this year!
Shout out to all three AAAE past chairs - Jeff Mulder, Kelly Campbell and Rick Crider!
IAAE/SCC Airports of the Americas Conference
May 31 - June 3, 2026
A record breaking attendance in Fort Lauderdale for this year’s AAAE Conference of the Americas, bringing together airport leaders from across the U.S., Latin America, the Caribbean, and Canada.
SCC Chapter President, @Todd Curry was able to moderating a session on Safety, Technology and Infrastructure Modernization.
Key conversations focused on safety, infrastructure, air service growth, and the future of global aviation—all reinforced through valuable cross-border collaboration and peer exchange.
Thank you to our Host Sponsor: The Broward County Aviation Department and Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport
Chapter News
Meet the 2026 - 2027 Board of Directors
The 2026 - 2027 South Central Chapter Board of Directors was elected at our annual meeting in El Paso, TX.
| Todd A. Curry, A.A.E., IAP President Houston Airport System |
Dan Luttrell, C.M. Vice President Ardmore Municipal Airport |
| Desiree Curtis, C.M. Treasurer Port San Antonio |
Kevin Davis, A.A.E. Secretary Easterwood Airport |
| Lance Lamkin, A.A.E. Past President Max Westheimer Airport |
Steven L. Picou, A.A.E. 2nd Past President Lafayette Regional Airport |
| Tara Summerlin, ACE, C.M. Oklahoma Director OKC Will Rogers International Airport |
Javier Centeno, A.A.E. Texas Director Dallas Love Field Airport |
| Jimmy Gunn New Mexico Director Santa Fe Regional Airport |
Jarin A. Horton, MBA, A.A.E. Member At Large DFW International Airport |
| Virginia Hunt, C.M., ACE Member At Large Laredo International Airport |
Dr. Robert Lee, A.A.E. Member At Large New Braunfels National Airport |
| Steve Creamer, P.E. Corporate Director |
Calendar of Events
Calendar of Events
General Aviation Committee Meeting - July 30
July 30, 2026|Virtual
AAAE/SC Chapter AAAE Loretta Scott, A.A.E. Accreditation/Certification Academy
August 9, 2026|Denver, CO
AAAE General Aviation Conference
Join us August 16–18, 2026, in Chicago, IL, for the General Aviation Conference, where industry leaders will discuss the most pressing issues and emerging trends shaping the future of general aviation.
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AAAE ACT - UAS Technologies in Action
August 24, 2026|Oklahoma City, OK
General AAAE Airport Operations & Technology Symposium
August 24, 2026|Oklahoma City, OK
General Aviation Committee Meeting - August 27
August 27, 2026|Virtual
2026 AAAE F. Russell Hoyt National Airports Conference (NAC)
Join us in New Orleans, September 27–29, for the F. Russell Hoyt National Airports Conference (NAC), where the energy of the industry meets the culture, creativity, and connection that define this iconic city. 🎶
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AAAE - Applied Leadership Workshop
November 2, 2026|Daytona Beach, FL
2026 Southwest Airports Partnership Conference
November 3, 2026|Hurst, TX
AAAE/SC Chapter AAAE Loretta Scott, A.A.E. Accreditation/Certification Academy
November 08, 2026 | Alexandria, VA
Click HERE to see the full calendar of events.
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Click HERE for more information about available committees and how to join them!
Job Postings
Vice President, Capital Infrastructure Delivery
The City of Philadelphia Department of Aviation
Senior Engineer - Aviation
IEA Inc.
Aviation Director - City of El Paso, TX
City of El Paso, TX
Operations Manager
The Birmingham Airport Authority
Senior Manager, Director of Information Technology
The Norfolk Airport Authority
Airport Revenue Development Manager
The City of Boise Department of Aviation
Vice President of Technology - AVL
The Greater Asheville Regional Airport Authority
Business Development Director - HUM
ADK Consulting and Executive Search
Executive Director - PSP
The City of Palm Springs
Executive Director - BUR
The Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena Airport Authority
Aviation Chief Financial Officer - FLL
The Broward County Aviation Department
