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Severe Storms Cause Power Outage at Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport (JAN); Power Restored with Delays Expected
Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport (JAN) experienced a power outage during the severe storms that swept through the region overnight. The power disruption impacted various airport operations, resulting in delays in scheduled flights. As of 5:45...
JMAA Board of Commissioners Hosts Official Welcome Reception in Honor of JMAA’s First Female CEO, Rosa M. Beckett
The Jackson Municipal Airport Authority (JMAA) Board of Commissioners hosted the official welcome reception held in honor of Rosa M. Beckett, the first female Chief Executive Officer (CEO) in its history. The event took place on Thursday, June 15th, at The...
Jackson Municipal Airport Authority Celebrates the Graduation of JET-A Class of 2023 with a Pinning Ceremony and Reception
he Jackson Municipal Airport Authority (JMAA) is proud to announce the successful completion of the 4th annual JMAA Education and Training Academy in partnership with Jackson Public Schools (JPS), and Jackson State University (JSU). The JET-A Class of 2023 celebrated...
Peak Travel Season Begins at JAN; Arrive Two (2) Hours Early for Check-In and Parking
The summer travel season has arrived in full swing and airlines serving the Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport (JAN) report significant demand for reservations during the Memorial Day holiday period and for the entire summer. The number of...
Public Notice – Intent to File A New Passenger Facility Charge Application #9
PUBLIC NOTICE Date of Posting May 24, 2023 The Jackson Municipal Airport Authority (the Authority) intends to file a new Passenger Facility Charge (PFC) application #9 with the Federal Aviation Administration (the FAA) to impose and use PFCs on four (4) new projects...
Jackson Municipal Airport Authority Board of Commissioners Announces New Chief Executive Officer After Nationwide Search
The Jackson Municipal Airport Authority (JMAA) is pleased to announce the Board of Commissioners’ appointment of its new Chief Executive Officer, Ms. Rosa M. Beckett. Ms. Beckett brings extensive background and experience within the aviation and...
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)...