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The Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport (JAN) and Hawkins Field Airport (HKS) Designated as StormReady® by the National Weather Service
The Jackson Municipal Airport Authority (JMAA) is proud to announce that both the Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport (JAN) and Hawkins Field Airport (HKS) have been recognized as StormReady® by the National Weather Service (NWS) during this morning's...
Peak Spring Break Travel Begins at JAN; Passenger Volumes Are at Record Level; Jacksonians Continue Frequent Flying in Post-COVID Era; Several Parking Options Are Available
Airlines serving the Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport (JAN) anticipate a significant increase in passenger traffic during the Spring Break travel period, beginning this week. The number of travelers is expected to rise significantly starting today,...
Jackson Municipal Airport Authority Announces Black History Month Celebration: Honoring History, Culture, and Progression at JAN; Featuring JPS School Choirs, Alkebulan Music Philosophy, and Keynote Speaker, Pamela D.C. Junior
The Jackson Municipal Airport Authority (JMAA) is excited to announce its upcoming Black History Month Celebration: Honoring History, Culture, and Progression at Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport (JAN) on Tuesday, February 28, 2023, from 10:00 am until...
Jackson Municipal Airport Authority Reports Over 1.2 Million Passengers at JAN in 2022, Volumes Not Seen in a Decade; 2023 Outlook Remains Very Positive, with a 9% Increase Being Forecast
The Jackson Municipal Airport Authority (JMAA) reports passenger numbers not seen in a decade for the calendar year 2022 (CY2022, January 1st to December 31st). In a release last week of final 2022 statistics by the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT)...
Jackson Municipal Airport Authority to Host Career & Education Fair; Partners with Local Business, Colleges, and Universities to Provide Unique Career and Education Informational Opportunities
Jackson Municipal Airport Authority (JMAA) will host its Career and Education Fair, Wednesday, February 8, 2023 at the Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport (JAN) – on the Mezzanine and in the Community Room located on the 3rd floor (above airline ticket...
Jackson Municipal Airport Authority Reports Passenger Numbers Not Seen in A Decade; Calendar Year 2023 Outlook Is Quite Positive with A 5% Increase Forecast
The Jackson Municipal Airport Authority (JMAA) reports passenger numbers not seen in a decade for these first 11 months of 2022 (January 1st to November 30th). Jackson Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport (JAN) continues to be the #1 airport in the state of...
Peak Thanksgiving Travel Begins at JAN; New Restaurant Options, Plus Travel Hints from JMAA and the TSA
Airlines serving the Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport (JAN) anticipate a significant increase in passenger traffic during the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday period. The number of travelers is expected to rise starting today, Friday, November 18th into...
Jackson Municipal Airport Authority to Host Hawkins Harvest Festival in Celebration of the Fall Season at the Old Historic Terminal
The Jackson Municipal Airport Authority (JMAA) will host its Hawkins Field (HKS) Harvest Festival to celebrate the fall season at the old historic terminal (1635 Airport Drive, Jackson, MS 39209) on Friday, October 28, 2022, from 5:30 pm until 8:00 pm. The costume...
Jackson Municipal Airport Authority Announces 10-year High Passenger Numbers, Numerous Major Projects at Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport
The Jackson Municipal Airport Authority (JMAA) is proud to announce Fiscal Year (FY) 2022 passenger numbers not seen in our city in a decade. Significant capital projects are also under way to continue renewal and improvements at the Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers...
Jackson Municipal Airport Authority Announces the Opening of New Restaurants at Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport
The Jackson Municipal Airport Authority (JMAA) is elated to welcome new restaurants to the Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport (JAN). After a pause during the pandemic era, JAN will now have quality food and beverage services return to the East and West...