Spotlights – John Glenn International (CMH) & Rickenbacker (LCK) Airports

Joseph R. Nardone, President & CEO; William Case, Managing Director, Business Development, PFM; Fabio Spino, Chief Financial Officer; Tom McCarthy, Chief Planning & Engineering Officer; and Kevin McPeek, Director, PFM pose together on a red carpet in front of a Bond Buyer Deal of the Year wall.

Columbus Regional Airport Authority wins Midwest Deal of the Year

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Leaders of the Columbus Regional Airport Authority (CRAA) recently accepted The Bond Buyer’s Deal of the Year Award (Midwest region) for the successful financing of CMH Next, CRAA’s new terminal project. “We are honored to receive this award; it is truly a testament to the entire financing team,” said CRAA Chief Financial Officer Fabio Spino. “We navigated all of the changes in government interest rate uncertainties, and

A collection of framed artworks displayed along the gallery wall, featuring portraits, landscapes, and abstract pieces. The nearest artwork is a colorful drawing of a dragon titled Fear Monster by Adrienne Young.

Gateway to the arts: Showcasing the power of accessible creativity

Travelers passing through John Glenn Columbus International Airport can experience more than just the journey ahead; they can discover the creative spirit of Ohio, too. Located on the ticketing level, Gateway to the Arts is a rotating gallery space featuring the work of talented local artists through a partnership between the Ohio Art League (OAL) and the Columbus Regional Airport Authority. Every two months, a new collection of artwork is

Jerrie Mock posing in front of Spirit of Columbus red and white plane. first round-the-world solo at Port Columbus

Women who soared: Celebrating aviation pioneers in Columbus

Throughout history, women have broken barriers and defied expectations to leave their mark on aviation. From fearless pilots to trailblazing air traffic controllers, their contributions have shaped the industry and inspired generations to take flight. We celebrate the remarkable women who soared from Columbus, making aviation history right from our runways. Helen Venskus Helen Venskus was a pioneer in aviation long before she took her place in the control tower

Close-up of a Columbus Regional Airport Authority police uniform shoulder patch.

Airport Police officers recognized for their heroism

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Columbus Regional Airport Authority President & CEO Joseph R. Nardone recognized two Airport Police officers for their heroic, life-saving actions. “I am incredibly proud to recognize Officers Tyler Starling and Freedom Chrisman for their heroic actions that saved two lives at John Glenn International,” said Nardone. “Their quick thinking and decisive responses exemplify the dedication of our entire Public Safety team to protect the health and safety

A large snow plow machine with areas for a broom to connect in the middle rides along the taxiway in Columbus, Ohio as a Southwest Airlines Boeing 737 comes in to land overhead.

Airport “Snow Dogs” preparing for winter weather

COLUMBUS, Ohio — With the season’s first weather event predicted for later this week, rest assured that the Columbus Regional Airport Authority’s “Snow Dogs” are on the prowl, practicing and preparing for winter weather this season. Fact sheet: Major equipment used in snow removal The Airfield Maintenance teams at John Glenn Columbus International Airport and Rickenbacker International Airport are responsible for removing the snow and ice to keep air traffic

A diverse group of women wearing business casual to business attire stand in a line. Women's History Month. March.

Celebrating the women who keep our airport running

We honor the incredible women who keep the Columbus Regional Airport Authority running smoothly. These inspiring women pave the way for a more diverse and successful aviation industry.

Portrait of Fabio Spino, Columbus Regional Airport Authority finance leader

Columbus Regional Airport Authority welcomes new finance leader

COLUMBUS, OH – Fabio Spino has joined the leadership team at the Columbus Regional Airport Authority (CRAA) as its CFO. Spino comes to CRAA from the Richmond Redevelopment and Housing Authority in Richmond, Virginia, where he was the Senior Vice President and CFO. Prior to that, Spino was the Executive Vice President and CFO of the Tulsa Airports Improvement Trust which manages Tulsa International Airport and the Tulsa Riverside Airport

Portrait of Larry Boyer, CRAA 2022 employee of the year.

Introducing our 2022 Employee of the Year

Meet our 2022 Employee of the Year, Larry Boyer! Larry is a Fleet Technician I at Rickenbacker International Airport, where his coworkers recognize his loyalty, friendship, great work ethic, and hard work every day. Read more about Larry in his words, and the words of his coworkers: A typical day: “I arrive around 2:15 p.m. to get ready for the day and joke around with a coworker [Junebug]. I clock

Marc Sethna - director of terminal & facilities, Tim Allen - Manager of custodial services, shipping and receiving, and Marcus Elliott - director of parking and ground transportation - CRAA employee portrait collage

Gaining altitude: CRAA careers reach new heights

You know of their work, now let us introduce you to them by name. Marc, Tim, and Marcus all play instrumental roles in our daily operations — from keeping the terminal functional and clean to serving airport visitors with parking and ground transportation services. Recently, all three have been recognized for their work, gaining altitude in their positions. Marc Sethna, Director of Terminal & Facilities Marc started in 1993 at

Susan Salisbury portrait, CRAA employee day in the life.

On the job with … Susan Salisbury, Program Manager, Property Management

Its 5:30 a.m. and I wake to the muffled snores of 180 pounds of Saint Bernard. I select the day’s pair of shoes and plan an outfit around them, although currently working from home it’s usually a pair of flip flops or no shoes at all. I wander downstairs to feed the boys, first Mike then the goofball twins Moose and Squirrel. In the dining room (currently my office) with