Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority News

NASHVILLE, Tenn. - The Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority (MNAA) recently promoted Aaron Evans, formerly manager of Operations, to the position of assistant director of Operations, part of the Senior Management Staff of the MNAA.

"In all respects, Aaron has effectively been performing in a director-level capacity, and this promotion recognizes Aaron's outstanding efforts and his significant role in the MNAA team's collective efforts to provide the Nashville Airports Experience to our passengers, partners, and employees," said Raul Regalado, president and CEO of the MNAA.

In this role, Evans plans, organizes, and directs the functional operation of Nashville International and John C. Tune airports under control of the MNAA. He directs daily airside and landside operations, including responsibility for airfield activities related to construction, inspections, federal requirements, and other conditions which affect airfield operations. Evans serves as a liaison with tenants and governmental agencies coordinating airport operational activities. He maintains oversight of the 24-hour operational command function, the Airport Operations Center. In addition, he is responsible for the operation of all parking facilities and services.

A certified member of the American Association of Airport Executives, Evans is currently enrolled in the Global Airports Council International - International Civil Aviation Organization Airport Management Professional Accreditation Programme and is pursuing accreditation with that organization as an International Airport Professional.

Evans holds a bachelor's degree in technical aeronauties from Tennessee State University.