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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...
Jackson Municipal Airport Authority Partners with the American Cancer Society to Raise Breast Cancer Awareness Among Airport Employees and Travelers at JAN
The Jackson Municipal Airport Authority (JMAA) has partnered with the American Cancer Society (ACS) to raise Breast Cancer awareness among airport employees and travelers at the Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport (JAN). On Friday, October 14, 2022, the...
Independence Day Travel Begins at JAN; Arrive Two (2) Hours Early for Check-In
The Independence Day holiday weekend travel period has begun. Airlines serving the Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport (JAN) expect significant increases in travel for this holiday period and the rest of the summer. The number of travelers is expected to...
Jackson Municipal Airport Authority, JPS, and JSU Celebrate a Successful 3rd Annual JET-A with Closing Ceremony at JAN, Honoring Class of 2022
The Jackson Municipal Airport Authority (JMAA) partnered with Jackson Public Schools (JPS) and Jackson State University (JSU) for the third (3rd) annual JMAA Education and Training Academy, known as JET-A, “Fueling the Future of Aviation; Get Set to Jet!” The...
Peak Summer Travel Begins at JAN; Arrive Two (2) Hours Early for Check-In; Remote Parking Lot is Open for Summer
The peak travel season is upon us 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 summer. The number of travelers is expected to rise...