The Mississippi Airports Association (MAA) recently welcomed two new members to its Board of Directors. Levell Hawkins, Airport Director for Greenville Mid-Delta Airport, and Austin Jenkins, Airport Director for Stennis International Airport, are serving on the board for the first time. Jenkins is also serving as Assistant Treasurer.

“The perspectives these professionals bring to the board will benefit air travel and transportation in our state,” comments MAA President Wes Kirkpatrick. “Both have experience with various sized airports and with general and commercial aviation. We appreciate their willingness to contribute their knowledge to the Association.”

Hawkins shares, “Joining the Mississippi Airports Association Board is an exciting opportunity for me to collaborate with aviation leaders across the state. At Greenville Mid-Delta Airport (GLH), I’ve been focused on growing operations, securing funding and strengthening GLH as a key regional resource for air travel and economic growth. Running an airport is about more than just keeping planes moving – it’s about building partnerships, ensuring FAA compliance and improving infrastructure to serve our community and its future. I look forward to bringing that same dedication and vision to the MAA as we work together to advance airports across the state.”

Jenkins remarks, “It is a tremendous honor and privilege to join my talented colleagues and professionals on the Mississippi Airports Association Board of Directors. I look forward to working with these leaders to continue advancing aviation in Mississippi, contributing to our incredible system of airports while strengthening our aviation industry, as well as creating opportunities in fostering the future generations of airport professionals in the state.”

Continuing board members are Rosa Beckett of Jackson Municipal Airport Authority, Tommy Booth of Michael Baker International, Matt Dowell of Golden Triangle Regional Airport, Mike Forster of Louisville-Winston County Airport, Tom Heanue of Hattiesburg-Laurel Regional Airport, Clint Johnson of Cleveland Municipal Airport, Wes Kirkpatrick of Monroe County Airport, Tom Williams of Meridian Airport Authority and Clay Williams of Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport.