News & Announcements
![Jackson Municipal Airport Authority (JMAA) Announces Anticipated Peak Travel at Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport (JAN) During Independence Holiday](https://jmaa.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/4th.jpg)
Jackson Municipal Airport Authority (JMAA) Announces Anticipated Peak Travel at Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport (JAN) During Independence Holiday
Jackson Municipal Airport Authority (JMAA) employees, along with our airline, federal, rental car, and restaurant partners, are ready to welcome travelers for the Independence Holiday period at Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport (JAN), beginning...
![‘You 2 Can Fly’: Jackson Municipal Airport Authority Announces One of the Largest Aviation Education and Training Academy (JET-A) Classes, in Partnership with Jackson Public Schools and Jackson State University](https://jmaa.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/JET-A_Logo_Final-2880x1800.jpg)
‘You 2 Can Fly’: Jackson Municipal Airport Authority Announces One of the Largest Aviation Education and Training Academy (JET-A) Classes, in Partnership with Jackson Public Schools and Jackson State University
The Jackson Municipal Airport Authority (JMAA) proudly continues its partnership with Jackson Public Schools (JPS) and Jackson State University (JSU) with the kickoff of the fifth (5th) JMAA Education and Training Academy. The program is known as JET-A,...
![Peak Memorial Day Weekend and Summer Travel Anticipated at the Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport](https://jmaa.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Picture1.png)
Peak Memorial Day Weekend and Summer Travel Anticipated at the Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport
he Jackson Municipal Airport Authority (JMAA) announces a grant award of $8 million, part of the U.S. Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL), to be utilized at Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport (JAN). The summer travel season has kicked off at...
![Medgar Evers’ Presidential Medal of Freedom Statement from CEO Rosa M. Beckett](https://jmaa.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Beckett-and-Myrlie.png)
Medgar Evers’ Presidential Medal of Freedom Statement from CEO Rosa M. Beckett
As Chief Executive Officer of the Jackson Municipal Airport Authority (JMAA), it is a great pleasure to see the Presidential Medal of Freedom bestowed upon a true hero, leader, and native son of Mississippi. Our commercial airport is fittingly named...
![Jackson Municipal Airport Authority (JMAA) Celebrates The Successful Completion of FY2023 Audit, Affirming Financial Strength and Strategic Vision](https://jmaa.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/pRDpnHeWuWFSzdJ-1600x900-noPad.jpg)
Jackson Municipal Airport Authority (JMAA) Celebrates The Successful Completion of FY2023 Audit, Affirming Financial Strength and Strategic Vision
The Jackson Municipal Airport Authority (JMAA) proudly announces the successful completion of its Fiscal Year (FY) 2023 audit by FORVIS LLP. This audit affirms JMAA's strong financial performance, strategic investments, and steadfast commitment to excellence and...
![Get Ready for Spring Break! Travel Soars at Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport (JAN)](https://jmaa.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/small-photo-at-JAN.png)
Get Ready for Spring Break! Travel Soars at Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport (JAN)
The Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport (JAN) is gearing up for an exhilarating Spring Break season! Airlines serving Jackson anticipate a significant surge in passenger traffic, with excitement from check-in to takeoff. Starting today, Thursday, March...
![Jackson Municipal Airport Authority Announces $8 Million in Grant Funds from U.S. Bipartisan Infrastructure Law](https://jmaa.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/pRDpnHeWuWFSzdJ-1600x900-noPad.jpg)
Jackson Municipal Airport Authority Announces $8 Million in Grant Funds from U.S. Bipartisan Infrastructure Law
The Jackson Municipal Airport Authority (JMAA) announces a grant award of $8 million, part of the U.S. Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL), to be utilized at Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport (JAN). This funding will be allocated towards upgrading...
![Jackson Municipal Airport Authority Reports 1.29 Million Total Passengers in 2023; Highest Numbers in Decade and a Half; Calendar Year 2024 Outlook Positive with 3% Increase Forecast](https://jmaa.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/JAN-Artwork-Small.jpg)
Jackson Municipal Airport Authority Reports 1.29 Million Total Passengers in 2023; Highest Numbers in Decade and a Half; Calendar Year 2024 Outlook Positive with 3% Increase Forecast
The Jackson Municipal Airport Authority (JMAA) reports passenger numbers for calendar year 2023 at levels not seen in a decade and a half. As of December 31, Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport (JAN) handled nearly 1.29 million travelers, an...
![Peak Year-End Holiday Travel Begins at JAN; Parking Options; Passenger Volumes Above 2019 Pre-COVID Levels](https://jmaa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/SB222-2880x1800.jpg)
Peak Year-End Holiday Travel Begins at JAN; Parking Options; Passenger Volumes Above 2019 Pre-COVID Levels
Airlines serving the Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport (JAN) anticipate significant passenger traffic during the upcoming year-end holiday period. The number of travelers is expected to rise this week, with the highest peak travel days expected to be...
![Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International (JAN) Reports Security Threat Being Investigated; Other Mississippi Airports Report Similar Threats](https://jmaa.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/pRDpnHeWuWFSzdJ-1600x900-noPad.jpg)
Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International (JAN) Reports Security Threat Being Investigated; Other Mississippi Airports Report Similar Threats
The Jackson Municipal Airport Authority (JMAA received a potential threat to Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport (JAN). Several other Mississippi airports reportedly received this type of threat. JMAA’s Airport Police Department and...