AAAE is the largest professional organization for airport executives in the world, representing thousands of airport management personnel at public use airports nationwide. The American Association of Airport Executives' primary goal is to assist airport executives in fulfilling their responsibilities to the airports and communities they serve. In 1983, AAAE established a student chapter program for universities offering airport management and aviation related degrees. Students participating in a student chapter as academic members are provided the same information and services as other members. In addition, AAAE is also affiliated with the International Association of Airport Executives (IAAE), which provides members with opportunities for international exposure to members. To promote professional development and instill professional attitudes in students
engaged in the study of airport development, administration, management and
operation or in related fields of aviation.
2. To develop understanding on the part of the student that professional airport
management embodies technical ability, integrity, responsibility, purpose and a desire
to contribute to the strengthening of the profession.
3. To further the purposes and programs of the AAAE as expressed in the Constitution
and Bylaws of the American Association of Airport Executives.
