DATE OF DISTRIBUTION: June 18, 2008               FOR RELEASE UPON RECEIPT

BONNIE ALLIN NAMED TO CHAIR
INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT ORGANIZATION

      Bonnie Allin, TAA President/CEO of the Tucson Airport Authority, has been named Chairman of the Board of the International Association of Airport Executives (IAAE).

      The organization was created by the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) in 1992 to further advancement of airport management education and professional development across the world. The International Association of Airport Executives offers an accreditation program, modeled after the one developed by AAAE, to international members outside the U.S.

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Attachment: Bonnie Allin photo

     The Tucson Airport Authority (TAA) celebrates 60 years in 2008. A nonprofit entity created by State Charter in 1948, TAA is composed of 115 community members that elect a nine-member board of directors. TAA President/CEO Bonnie Allin oversees day-to-day operations, and a staff of over 300 employees. TAA manages Tucson International Airport and Ryan Airfield.