NEWS RELEASE Kevin Bumen to be CEO of Jackson Hole Airport Jackson, WY – October 16, 2026 – The Jackson Hole Airport Board has named Kevin Bumen to be the Airport’s new Chief Executive Officer. Bumen has more than two decades of airport leadership experience addressing complex airport issues and currently serves as Chief Commercial […]
Read MoreJackson, WY (August 10, 2026) – Jackson Hole Airport will be hosting a TSA PreCheck® enrollment event in collaboration with IDEMIA, an authorized TSA PreCheck enrollment provider since 2013. Travelers will be able to enroll or renew their membership at the Jackson Hole Airport Administration Building, Room 104, 1215 E Airport Rd, Jackson WY, from September 15-18, 2026, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. & 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. The TSA PreCheck Application Program is open to […]
Read MoreJackson, Wyoming (March 24, 2026) – After four decades of service in public aviation, Jackson Hole Airport Chief Executive Officer Jim Elwood is planning to retire on July 3, 2026. During Elwood’s more than 11 years in Jackson Hole he led the airport through the unprecedented COVID 19 pandemic, a full airport closure for runway reconstruction, […]
Read MoreThe Jackson Hole Airport will host a second open house on February 5, 2026, to update the community on its ongoing conceptual planning study for a potential new aviation safety facility. The Airport provides Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) and other life safety functions as directed by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to ensure the safety of the community and the traveling public. […]
Read More3 Tips for a Smooth Takeoff How early should I arrive to the Airport? How big is your group How many bags are you checking Did you check for traffic and delays JAC is busiest early mornings and mid-day. Arriving 2 hours before your departure is advised during these times. Checked baggage must […]
Read MoreFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE JACKSON HOLE AIRPORT BECOMES FIRST AIRPORT IN THE WORLD CERTIFIED AS INTERNATIONAL DARK SKY PLACE Jackson, Wyoming (April 17, 2025) – DarkSky International recognized the Jackson Hole Airport (JAC) for its ongoing efforts to limit light pollution by making it the first airport in the world to achieve DarkSky Certified status. […]
Read MoreFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE JACKSON HOLE AIRPORT TO HOST SPRING TSA PRECHECK® ENROLLMENT EVENT Jackson, Wyoming (March 27, 2025) – Jackson Hole Airport will be hosting a TSA PreCheck® enrollment event in collaboration with IDEMIA, a TSA PreCheck authorized enrollment provider. Travelers will be able to enroll at 1250 E. Airport Road, […]
Read MoreParking at the Airport will be in high demand from March 21st through April 7th due to spring break travel. Here are some things to keep in mind as you plan your travel! Check Live Parking Availability TRAVELERS SHOULD PLAN THEIR ARRIVAL TIME ACCORDINGLY If you have a large group or a lot of […]
Read MoreUpdated 2/5/25 at 5:20pm IDEMIA, the third-party company contracted by TSA to run the pre-check event this week, is unable to resolve their technical issues and therefore, the appointments scheduled through Friday, February 7th have been cancelled. Their corporate office has already offered to hold another sign-up event in early April of 2025. IDEMIA will […]
Read MoreFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE JACKSON HOLE AIRPORT TO HOST WINTER TSA PRECHECK® ENROLLMENT EVENT Jackson, Wyoming (January 16, 2025) – Jackson Hole Airport will be hosting a TSA PreCheck® enrollment event in collaboration with IDEMIA, a TSA PreCheck authorized enrollment provider. Travelers will be able to enroll at 1250 E. Airport Road, […]
Read MoreEarlier today, a private aircraft with 3 crew members and 8 passengers experienced a tire fire upon departure from the Jackson Hole Airport. The Airport Rescue and Fire Fighting Team responded and extinguished the fire promptly. No one was injured during the incident. The Airport remains open and impacts to regular operations have not been […]
Read MoreNorthwest Chapter AAAE Recognizes 2024 Award Recipients October 14, 2024 Annually the Northwest Chapter of the American Association of Airport Executives recognizes those individuals and companies who represent the very best in the field of aviation. During the Northwest Chapter’s Annual Meeting in Boise, Idaho held October 8-10, the following awards were presented. The Corporate […]
Read MoreFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 9, 2024 START Bus Airport Shuttle Pilot Study Ends April 14th Jackson, Wyoming – The last day of service for the START Bus Airport Shuttle Pilot Study will be on Sunday, April 14. Once the study concludes, consultants will begin analyzing study metrics and survey data. Preliminary findings are expected to be […]
Read MoreFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 23, 2024 Sustainability and Safety Paramount in Airport Board’s Project Decision Jackson, Wyoming – At their January 22, 2024 Special Board Meeting, the Jackson Hole Airport Board approved the construction of a building which encompasses administration offices and FBO terminal that will be the most sustainability-focused project to-date. The Board noted […]
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Read MoreFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 28, 2023 JACKSON HOLE AIRPORT TO HOST WINTER TSA PRECHECK® ENROLLMENT EVENT Jackson, Wyoming – Jackson Hole Airport will be hosting a TSA PreCheck® enrollment event in collaboration with IDEMIA, a TSA PreCheck authorized enrollment provider. Travelers will be able to enroll at 1250 E. Airport Road, Jackson, […]
Read MoreFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 26, 2023 JAC Receives and Transitions to Fluorine-Free Firefighting Foam Jackson Hole Airport (Airport) has become one of the first airports in the United States to transition to fluorine-free firefighting foam (F3). This continues a longstanding effort by the Airport to address aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF) containing […]
Read MoreFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 22, 2023 Jackson Hole Airport Parking Updates Jackson, Wyoming – The Jackson Hole Airport continues to have limited parking available during peak travel times and is updating peak parking fees to ensure availability for airport users that need it most. Peak period pricing and changes to the […]
Read MoreFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 19, 2023 JACKSON HOLE AIRPORT TO HOST TSA PRECHECK® ENROLLMENT EVENT Jackson, Wyoming – Jackson Hole Airport will be hosting a TSA PreCheck® enrollment event in collaboration with IDEMIA, a TSA PreCheck authorized enrollment provider. Travelers will be able to enroll at 1250 E. Airport Road, Jackson, WY […]
Read MoreFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 21, 2023 Security Screening Services Will Federalize May 1st, 2023 Jackson, Wyoming – The Jackson Hole Airport (JAC) Security Screening services will be operated by Federal Transportation Security Administration (TSA) agents beginning this May. Late last year, the Airport Board rebid on the 5-year private security contract they have had […]
Read MoreFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 10, 2023 Jackson Hole Airport Board Welcomes Melissa Turley Melissa Turley is the newest member appointed to the Jackson Hole Airport Board Jackson, Wyoming – Teton County Commissioners and the Jackson Town Council jointly appointed Melissa Turley to fill a vacant seat on the Jackson Hole Airport Board. Turley […]
Read MoreJackson Hole Airport’s final vlog in their Construction Update Series featuring the new restaurant and gate area. These projects complete a comprehensive Capital Projects Plan the Airport began in the spring of 2022.
Read MoreFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 26, 2022 Airport Board Expands Voluntary Curfew Hours for Private Aircraft Jackson, Wyoming –The Jackson Hole Airport Board approved expanding Voluntary Curfew hours for general aviation (GA) aircraft at their September 21st Board meeting. Curfew hours for GA aircraft will now be from 9:30pm – 7:00am. This means GA aircraft […]
Read MoreThe Jackson Hole Airport will begin the final phase (known as Phase 3) of the Runway 1/19 Reconstruction project nightly on August 8th through September 8th. The primary work to be completed in Phase 3 includes grooving and permanent runway striping. Grooving of the runway is an essential safety measure required by the FAA as […]
Read MoreIsaac is joined by Dustin Havel, Assistant Airport Director – Operations, to highlight some of the project updates in the parking, restaurant and runway areas of the Airport.
Read MoreTerminal Projects Restaurant Basement shoring is complete. Foundation footers are being installed. Holdroom Flooring and ceiling are complete. Millwork and finishes are being installed. Checkpoint Carpet and ceiling are complete. All interior and exterior glass is being installed next week. TSA equipment will be moved in next week. Runway Project We are […]
Read MoreTerminal Projects Installation of the wood ceiling and stone walls in the Checkpoint and Holdroom area is in progress. Drywall is completed and painting has begun in the Checkpoint and Holdroom areas. Excavation and shoring is nearly completed for the restaurant project, with the footings and foundation up next. Runway Project We are at […]
Read MoreFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 19, 2022 Jackson Hole Airport Runway Project Remains On-Schedule as the Airport Hits the Halfway Mark of the Runway Closure Jackson, Wyoming – May 19th is the half-way mark for the Jackson Hole Airport Runway Project. The Airport is pleased to report the reconstruction of the runway remains on-time and […]
Read MoreTerminal Projects Restaurant basement excavation is almost complete. Fire suppression system is being installed in Holdroom & Security Checkpoint. Interior fireproofing is complete. Underground duct work is nearly complete. Runway Project We are at Day 37 of our 78 Day Runway Project (half way this Thursday!) Installation of the exterior slot drains have been […]
Read MoreIsaac is joined by Tyler Shupe with Wadman to discuss the new Security Checkpoint progress.
Read MoreTerminal Projects Terminal Projects are on schedule. Basement excavation is underway. The new Security Checkpoint and Hold Room area roof is complete. Concrete flooring and wall framing is underway. Runway Project We are at Day 22 of our 78 Day Runway Project and on schedule. Milling is approximately 80% complete for removal of the […]
Read MoreConstruction is happening 24/7 (day and night, rain or shine). Materials from the restaurant and security checkpoint projects are being incorporated into the runway project negating the need to truck offsite. The hold room and security checkpoint area roof is nearly complete; all the steel has been installed and they will be pouring the first […]
Read MoreFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 31, 2022 Jackson Hole Airport Runway Closure Jackson, Wyoming – The Jackson Hole Airport is preparing for the upcoming runway closure. The closure will be in effect from 12:01am on April 11th until 6:00 am on June 28th. The Airport will be closed to both airline and general aviation operations during this […]
Read MoreJackson Hole Airport Southern Departure Procedure Study Input Taskforce Meeting – February 10, 2022 The Jackson Hole Airport Board has engaged a team of consultants to undertake a Southern Departure Procedure Study. The purpose of the Study is to further investigate the feasibility of a procedure for southern departures that could reduce noise for the […]
Read MoreUPDATED February 28, 2022 FACIAL COVERINGS REQUIRED AT JAC **Federal Security Directive** Federal law requires wearing a mask at all times in the airport. Refusing to wear a mask at the airport is a violation of federal law. Failure to comply may result in removal or denial of re-entry. This directive expires March 18, 2022. […]
Read MoreIsaac welcomes Aimee Crook, Assistant Airport Director of Security Operations, to discuss the TSA security screening modernization project.
Read MoreFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 30, 2021 Jackson Hole Airport is Experiencing Delays and Cancellations Airport staff is supporting private entities to keep flights safely operating at JAC Jackson, Wyoming – The Jackson Hole Airport, along with many airports across the country is facing challenges with a variety of flight delays and cancellations. Airport staff is […]
Read MoreFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 22, 2021 Jackson Hole Airport Will Begin Construction on TSA Checkpoint January 3 Airport asks travelers to arrive two hours before their flight to avoid delays Jackson, Wyoming – The Jackson Hole Airport will begin construction on the Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) Checkpoint on January 3, 2022. Airport users […]
Read MoreJAC Runway 1/19 Reconstruction Project Phase 1 Update First and foremost, a big THANK YOU to our neighbors and community members for their patience and understanding as we worked to set the stage for Phase 2of the project next year. We are reaching a successful conclusion of Phase 1 of the Runway 1/19 Reconstruction Project […]
Read MoreIsaac tells us more about the construction projects at JAC as Phase 1 wraps up for the winter.
Read MoreFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 28, 2021 Jackson Hole Airport Receives the Jay Hollingsworth Speas Award Award recognizes airport commitments to environments and community Jackson, Wyoming – Earlier this month, the Jackson Hole Airport was honored to be the recipient of the Jay Hollingsworth Speas Award at the National Airport’s Conference in Savannah, Georgia. The […]
Read MoreFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 7, 2021 Jackson, Wyoming – Pursuant to Executive Order 14042, all Jackson Hole Airport Board employees must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 by December 8, 2021. The Federal COVID-19 vaccination mandate applies to all employees of Federal contractors, which includes the Jackson Hole Airport’s transportation security officers, operations staff, administration […]
Read MoreFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 8th, 2021 Jackson, Wyoming – The Jackson Hole Airport has been notified that the homecoming of fallen United States Marine Corps, Lance Corporal Rylee McCollum, will take place on Friday September 10th in the afternoon. The McCollum family would like his arrival to the Jackson Hole Airport to be a private moment […]
Read MoreIsaac Crabtree brings us out onto the runway to explore nighttime construction at JAC in the second episode of the Vlog series. Take a peek behind the scenes with Isaac. Stay tuned for more video updates, coming to you regularly on our website and YouTube channel.
Read MoreWelcome to our first episode of our new video blog, bringing live JAC Construction Projects updates straight from the field to you. Here, learn a little about the runway reconstruction project, including what the current status is and why it’s good for JAC. Stay tuned for more video updates, coming to you regularly on our […]
Read MoreJune 28th, 2021 Jackson, Wyoming – At its Special Board Meeting held today, the Jackson Hole Airport Board selected one of the most stringent threshold levels for PFOS/PFOA[1] in the country. The Airport Board voted to offer whole-house filtration systems, which are certified to remove PFAS compounds, for interested parties located within the eligibility area. Based […]
Read MoreThe Jackson Hole Airport’s runway will be closed in the spring of 2022 from April 11th through June 27th to undergo runway reconstruction. The current runway has reached the end of its life cycle and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) recommends replacement of runways every 20-25 years to continue to meet required safety standards. During […]
Read MoreSun Country Airlines will begin service at the Jackson Hole Airport beginning May 26, 2021, with service to Minneapolis twice weekly on Wednesdays and Saturdays. To read the full release, please click here.
Read MoreJackson, Wyoming – Allegiant Airlines will begin service at the Jackson Hole Airport beginning in June 2021, with service to Los Angeles, Phoenix, Las Vegas, and Reno. To view the full press release, please click here.
Read MoreFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 10th, 2020 JH Airport Parking Availability Jackson, Wyoming – With improved parking capacity and an expected downturn in travel because of COVID 19, limitations on public parking at the Jackson Hole Airport are not expected this holiday season. To read the full release, please click here.
Read MoreJackson, Wyoming – At its Special Meeting on November 4th, the Jackson Hole Airport Board scheduled the upcoming runway reconstruction project for the spring of 2022. The project will require a runway closure from April through June 2022. Specific closure dates will be announced soon. To view the complete release, please click here.
Read MoreFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 30, 2020 JH Airport Board to Hold Special Meeting on June 2nd Jackson, Wyoming – The Jackson Hole Airport Board will hold a Special Meeting on Tuesday, June 2nd, at 4:30 pm. Members of the public who want to participate may find information at jacksonholeairport.com regarding the agenda. Items […]
Read MoreThe Wyoming Air National Guard 153rd Airlift Wing will be conducting a flyover tribute to health care and essential service workers around Wyoming on Friday May 15th. They are scheduled to fly over St. John’s Health at 12:35pm. It is not necessary to be at St. John’s Health to view the flyover, and it will […]
Read MoreBackground -The Jackson Hole Airport must comply with both Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations, and its agreement with the Department of the Interior (DOI) under which the Airport operates in Grand Teton National Park (GTNP). -Among other things, FAA requires that the Airport be open to “all types, kinds and classes of aeronautical uses.” This […]
Read MoreFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 24, 2020 JH Airport Board Approves Wind River Air Permit, Amends Application to Reflect Community Feedback Jackson, Wyoming – The Jackson Hole Airport Board met today during a special meeting that lasted over seven hours to discuss the Wind River Air permit application. Jackson Hole Airport Board Members met remotely, with limited […]
Read MoreFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 23, 2020 JH Airport Board Regular April Meeting Sees Runway Design Contract Approved Jackson, Wyoming – The Jackson Hole Airport Board met this morning to discuss several agenda items, including a contract for design and environmental process for a new runway. Jackson Hole Airport Board Members met remotely, with limited Airport staff […]
Read MoreFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 21, 2020 JH Airport April Board Announces Two Meetings this Week Jackson, Wyoming – The Jackson Hole Airport Board will hold two public meetings this week. On Thursday, April 23rd at 9:00 am, the regular monthly Board meeting will be reconvened to consider regular business items. Then on Friday, April 24th at […]
Read MoreAt the April 17th meeting, beginning at 9 am, the Jackson Hole Airport Board will consider all regular business items, including the application of Wind River Air, LLC (WRA) to conduct scenic helicopter tours from Jackson Hole Airport. The application was received in August 2018. The Airport Board delayed consideration until WRA consulted with GTNP, […]
Read MoreFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 30, 2020 Jackson, Wyoming – On the evening March 29th, the Jackson Hole Airport became aware of an employee who had tested positive for COVID-19. This employee is currently in self-isolation, and notifications have taken place with appropriate agencies. Because the employee notified Airport staff of their test results, The Airport was […]
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Read MoreFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 16, 2020 JH Airport Board Moves Wind River Air, LLC to Future Agenda Jackson, Wyoming – In consideration of health advisories regarding public gatherings, the application of Wind River Air to conduct scenic helicopter flights originating at the Jackson Hole Airport has been taken off the Airport Board meeting agenda […]
Read MoreFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 14, 2020 JH Airport Remains Open Jackson, Wyoming – The Jackson Hole Airport remains open and will continue to operate while taking important measures to protect our community, staff, stakeholders and airport users. There are no plans to close the Jackson Hole Airport. “We do not plan to close the Airport […]
Read MoreFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 13, 2020 JH Airport Board Meeting Location Changed, Airport Pauses Public Programs Jackson, Wyoming – The March Airport Board meeting on Wednesday March 18th will now be held at the Teton County Commissioners Chambers on Willow Street at 9:00 am on Wednesday, March 18th. As the Airport Board Room does not have […]
Read MoreFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 9, 2020 JH Airport Board Receives Official Permit Request from Wind River Air, LLC. Scenic Heli Tour Permit Request will be on March Agenda Jackson, Wyoming – Wind River Air, LLC has officially submitted a permit request to be on the March 18, 2020 agenda for the Jackson Hole Airport […]
Read MoreThe Jackson Hole Airport Board has received a response from the FAA regarding its December 27, 2019 letter to the Denver Flight Standards District Office. The letter from the Board to FAA stated concerns over the safety of proposed scenic helicopter operations by Wind River Air, LLC in high altitude conditions surrounding Jackson Hole. For […]
Read MoreFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 7, 2020 JH Airport Announces Upcoming Additional TSA Pre✓® Enrollment Dates February 10-14, 2020 Enrollment Program is Currently Fully Booked with Reservations Jackson, Wyoming – Due to public demand, the Jackson Hole Airport Board, announces an additional enrollment period for TSA Pre✓® will be held this spring at JAC. The […]
Read MoreFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 22, 2020 TSA Pre✓® Enrollment Coming to JH Airport February 10-14, 2020 Allows Passengers to Enjoy Expedited Screening at U.S. Airports Jackson, Wyoming – The Jackson Hole Airport Board invites the public to enroll in the popular TSA Pre✓® expedited screening program February 10-14, 2020 from 9-12 p.m. and 1-5 […]
Read MoreFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 16, 2020 Jackson Hole Airport Board Commits to Offsetting Carbon Emissions Board Approves Funds to Offset All Employee Commuter Travel and Airport’s Operational Vehicle Mileage Jackson, Wyoming – The Jackson Hole Airport Board committed to offsetting all employee commuter miles along with mileage from Jackson Hole Airport’s operational […]
Read MoreEarlier this week, the Jackson Hole Airport Board sent a letter to the Principal Operations Inspector at the Denver Flight Standards District Office. The letter gives a brief background on the heli-tour operations that are being proposed by Wind River Air, LLC and closes with a request from the Board for the Denver Flights District […]
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Read MoreThe Jackson Hole Airport Board hosted a Public Open House on Monday, December 16th from 5-6:30 pm at the Teton County Library inside the Ordway Auditorium. Tony Chambers of Wind River Air, LLC gave a presentation, followed by public comment. Information and a recording of this meeting can be found here: Proposed Helicopter Tours Fact […]
Read MoreFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 26, 2019 Wyoming State Supreme Court Upholds District Court Opinion on Revenue Bonds Supreme Court Agrees that Revenue Bonds May be Used to Purchase FBO Assets Jackson, Wyoming – The Wyoming Supreme Court issued a ruling today that affirmed the District Court of Teton County, and held that the Jackson […]
Read MoreFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 31, 2019 Jackson Hole Airport Awarded Large Business of the Year Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce Recognized the Airport for a Significant Year Jackson, Wyoming – The Jackson Hole Airport was awarded the Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce’s Large Business of the Year Award on Friday evening, October 25th, at […]
Read MoreUPDATE 12:11pm: The Airport has issued a press release regarding this mornings incident. A copy of the press release can be found here. UPDATE 8:05Am: The Security Screening Checkpoint and the Airport have returned to normal operations. During the early morning departures today, JAC found a suspicious, unattended bag inside the Security Screening Checkpoint. JHPD […]
Read MoreFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 30, 2019 Jackson Hole Airport Joins The Good Traveler Program Program Offers Travelers an Efficient Way to Make Air Travel Sustainable Jackson, Wyoming – Continuing their mission to be leaders in sustainability, the Jackson Hole Airport Board is bringing The Good Traveler program to the Jackson Hole Airport. The Good […]
Read MoreIn honor of Wyoming Public Lands Day, the Jackson Hole Airport is thrilled to announce we have joined The Good Traveler Program. The Good Traveler Program is a nonprofit that provides an opportunity for travelers to offset their carbon emissions by contributing to certified offset projects such as restoring wetlands and growing forests. Stay tuned […]
Read MoreThe Jackson Hole Airport Board has issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking for General Operating Rules. A copy of the proposed General Operating Rules and the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking can be found at the links below. Information about public comment and the scheduled public hearing can be found in the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking. […]
Read MoreThe Jackson Hole Airport hereby announces its proposed Airport Concessions Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (ACDBE) participation goal of .09% for concessions other than rental cars and .56% for rental car concessions. The proposed goal pertains to federal fiscal years 2020 through 2022. The proposed goals and rationale are available for inspection between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 […]
Read MoreThe Jackson Hole Airport Board is seeking proposals for its use in selecting a vendor to provide Automated Teller Machine (ATM) Services at the Jackson Hole Airport. Proposal information may be obtained at the office of the Executive Director of the Jackson Hole Airport by contacting Kaitlin Perkins at kaitlin.perkins@jhairport.org or 307-733-7695. Proposals must be received […]
Read MoreFAA NORTHWEST REGIONAL OFFICE UPHOLDS AIRPORT BOARD On July 31, 2019 FAA’s Northwest Regional Office issued a decision finding that the Jackson Hole Airport Board is in compliance with its grant assurances. The FAA decision was on a Part 13 complaint filed against the Jackson Hole Airport Board by Wyoming Jet Center LLC (“WJC”). […]
Read MoreJackson Hole Airport Achieves BEST Certification Jackson, Wyoming: July 9, 2019 – The Jackson Hole Airport became the latest organization in Jackson Hole to reach the Business Emerald Sustainability Tier (BEST) level of sustainability performance. The standards in the BEST program are comparable to the world’s most rigorous and comprehensive environmental, community, and economic sustainability […]
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Jackson Hole Airport to Lead June’s Sustainability Series at Teton County Library Airport will Highlight Why Sustainable Practices Matter for the Airport and Teton County Jackson, Wyoming – Jackson Hole Airport Director Jim Elwood will present next Thursday, June 27th from noon – 1:00 pm at the June Sustainability Series hosted by Yellowstone-Teton Clean Cities […]
Read MoreSealed bids, subject to the conditions contained herein, for the acquisition of equipment for the Jackson Hole Airport, Jackson Hole, Wyoming, WYDOT Project No. AJA-002A will be received by the Jackson Hole Airport Board, at Jackson Hole Airport Administration Building Conference Room, 1250 E. Airport Road, Jackson Hole, Wyoming, 8300110/4/2120, until Wednesday, July 17, 2019, […]
Read MorePavement preservation work on U.S. Highway 89 and other areas in Grand Teton National Park may begin Thursday, May 16, and travelers should expect up to 15-minute daytime delays as chip seal activities get underway. Work on U.S. Highway 89 will begin at the park’s southern boundary and continue northbound throughout the year, extending to […]
Read MoreThe Jackson Hole Airport brought home two awards from the International Aviation Snow Symposium that was held in Buffalo, NY. Airport Staff attended the 53rd Annual Symposium on April 30th where they received the Balchen/Post Award. Local Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighter, Kody Jeppson, was also named Operator of the Year. For the full […]
Read MoreKody Jeppson received the Operator of the Year Award at the NEC/AAAE Snow Symposium. Kody received this award for his emphasis on safety, management and creation of training for snow plow operators, leadership attributes, extensive technical knowledge and his ability to operate any type of snow removal equipment at JAC. The Jackson Hole Airport Board […]
Read MoreUpdate: Fire personnel responded and extinguished a small fire located in an area a burn had taken place several days ago. High winds in the area may have played role. Earlier Today: Airport Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting personnel are currently responding to an active fire on the airport property. This is not an aircraft […]
Read MoreThe Real ID Act, effective October 1st of 2020, will restrict Federal agencies from accepting identification that does not qualify under the Act. Anyone 18 or over planning air travel next year should learn about the Real ID Program now. Wyoming and many other mountain west states already meet the standards to comply with the […]
Read MoreThe Jackson Hole Airport Board is seeking proposals for its use in selecting a vendor to provide the exclusive bear spray rental service at the Jackson Hole Airport. Proposal information may be obtained at the office of the Executive Director of the Jackson Hole Airport by contacting Kaitlin Perkins at kaitlin.perkins@jhairport.org or 307-733-7695. Proposals must be received […]
Read MorePlease pardon our construction while we work to improve airport access and add additional public parking spaces to our lot. Traffic will be modified throughout the duration of the project as needed. Updated to the traffic pattern will be posted here as conditions change. Drivers are encouraged to slow down and use caution when approaching […]
Read MoreThere will be a permitted burn taking place on the west side of the airport property today. For concerns, please call (307) 413-1519.
Read MoreThe Jackson Hole Airport will be conducting an WYDEQ permitted open burn of wood products on Monday, April 15th starting at 6 a.m. This burn will be supervised. If you should have any questions or concerns, please contact Airport Operations at (307) 413-1519.
Read MoreFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 19, 2019 Jackson Hole Airport Board Commits to Goal of 60% Waste Reduction by 2030 Pledge is Part of Ongoing Efforts to Set a New Industry Standard for Environmental Sustainability Jackson, Wyoming – Building on efforts to be industry leaders in environmental sustainability, the Jackson Hole Airport Board voted on […]
Read MoreJackson Hole Airport News Update – Website Enhancement Airport Updates Website with Additional Financial & Operations Data Jackson, Wyoming – As part of ongoing efforts to improve access and transparency surrounding financial and operations data, the Jackson Hole Airport recently updated its website to provide easy access to relevant airport documents by the public. The […]
Read MoreJACKSON, WY- Grand Teton National Park and Wyoming Game and Fish are jointly responding to a situation of wild bison that have gored multiple horses on private land within the park. Wyoming Game and Fish personnel have been working with the landowner and have made multiple attempts to haze the bison away. However, the situation continues […]
Read MoreRoadway conditions have improved and the highway to the Jackson hole Airport has reopened. The runway is clear and the airport has returned back to normal operations. Please check with your airline for updated travel times.
Read MoreAirport access is being affected by road closures due to adverse weather conditions. Please check wyoroad.info for updated road comditions and check with your airlines for updated travel itineraries. The Jackson hole airport continues to maintain the runway and facilities as needed to be operational when the roadways re-open.
Read MoreAt approximately 12:19 pm, the JAC Tower was notified by an aircraft that another aircraft nearby had an engine fire. Jackson Hole Aviation’s personnel responded and put out the fire with fire extinguishers. Jackson Hole Airport’s Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting personnel were notified and responded as well. They stood by on scene to ensure that […]
Read MoreCustomers of CenturyLink are experiencing a nationwide internet outage. This Outage is affecting air traffic control towers across the country, including Jackson Hole. Many flights are being delayed. Please check with your airline for updated arrival and departure times.
Read MoreOn December 25th at 8:50 pm, the Jackson Hole Airport had a piece of snow removal equipment disabled on the runway. Because this piece of equipment was on the runaway, three inbound flights and one outbound flight were diverted or rescheduled to arrive and depart the Jackson Hole Airport on December 26th. Airport personnel worked […]
Read MoreOn November 26th, The Jackson Hole Airport Board sent a formal response to the Federal Aviation Administration concerning the Part 13 complaint made by Wyoming Jet Center. For the full response, please click here.
Read MoreThe Jackson Hole Airport will be hosting a Chamber Mixer on Thursday, November 15th from 5 p.m.-7 p.m. in the baggage claim area. Come kick-off the winter season and celebrate our partnerships with live music, catering from Jedediah’s and a raffle. Enter to win a children’s birthday party in the Airport Firehouse and many other […]
Read MoreThe Jackson Hole Airport Board is seeking proposals for its use in selecting a vendor to provide a Parking Access and Revenue Control System (PARCS) at the Jackson Hole Airport. Proposal information may be obtained at the office of the Executive Director of the Jackson Hole Airport by contacting Kaitlin Perkins at kaitlin.perkins@jhairport.org or 307-733-7695. […]
Read MoreOn Monday, October 29th, the Jackson Hole Airport will be holding a permitted burn on the west side of the property from 6 a.m through 10 p.m. For Questions or concerns, please call (307) 413-1519.
Read MoreThe Airport continues to work on a Landside Improvement Project which involves the screening and crushing of material on the west side of the Airport property. The screening and crushing operation has been successful with little noise disruption to Spring Gulch Road. To date, the Airport has not received any complaints or concerns in regard […]
Read MoreThe Jackson Hole Airport Board is currently responding to a Part 13 Request made by Wyoming Jet Center. To access the complete document, please click here.
Read MorePlease plan accordingly next week to allow extra time for airport transportation.
Read MoreThe Jackson Hole Airport will begin an on-site project in October that is expected to last four to six weeks.
Read MoreThe Jackson Hole Airport Board (the “Board”) is soliciting qualifications and experience information for its use in selecting a principal consultant to provide certain engineering and associated planning services at the Jackson Hole Airport, Jackson, Wyoming (the “Airport”). The engineering services contract will be for a five (5) year term, beginning on December 19, 2018. […]
Read MoreThe Jackson Hole Airport will be accepting sealed bids for the following equipment in a current model; TWO 4X4 ONE TON PICK-UP TRUCKS. Each bidder must furnish cash or surety bond per Wyoming Statutes, in the amount equal to (5) five percent of the bid as part of their completed bid package. Successful bidder’s bond […]
Read MoreJackson, WY: July 17, 2018. The Jackson Hole Airport Board is celebrating its 50th Anniversary this fall. At 6:00 pm on Tuesday, September 4th at the Center for the Arts, the Board will hold a celebration which includes an invitation to the community to share a special aviation presentation with Captain Sully Sullenberger. Details about […]
Read MoreThe Jackson Hole Airport Board is seeking firms to provide proposals for the operation of a concessions opportunity at the Jackson Hole Airport. The concession opportunity includes a restaurant/bar and retail goods concession in the secure portion of the passenger terminal building at the Jackson Hole Airport, and a snack shop in the non-secure portion […]
Read MoreThe Jackson Hole Airport Board is seeking a firm to provide design services and prepare an environmental assessment for a joint use ARFF/SRE facility at the Jackson Hole Airport. The joint use facility will include the Airports aircraft rescue & firefighting facility and snow removal equipment, along with facilities for the Teton Interagency Helibase Proposal […]
Read MoreThe Jackson Hole Airport hereby announces its proposed Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation goal of 1.6% for FAA-funded contracts/agreements. The proposed goal pertains to federal fiscal years 2019 through 2021. The proposed goals and rationale is available for inspection between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday at the Jackson Hole Airport 1250 E. […]
Read MoreThe Jackson Hole Airport will be conducting a WYDEQ permitted open burn of wood products on Thursday, June 7th starting at 6 am. This burn will be supervised. If you have any questions or concerns, please call Airport Operations at (307) 413-1519.
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Read MoreIn addition to construction projects underway on the Airport property, there are several local roadways being affected by construction that will impact traffic coming to and from the Jackson Hole Airport. Grand Teton National Park is currently constructing a roundabout at the Gros Ventre Junction which is located just over two miles south of the […]
Read MoreAt the April 27th Board meeting the Airport Board approved the FY2018/19 Budget. This budget is presented in a new format which includes three enterprise operating centers and six cost centers. Budget Presentation – PDF
Read MoreThis Asset Purchase Agreement is the document which outlines the Airport Board’s proposed acquisition of the assets of Jackson Hole Aviation, LLC. (JHA). Certain lines have has been retracted to protect confidential and proprietary financial information of JHA. The transaction is pending. Asset Purchase Agreement
Read MoreA sale of FBO assets from Jackson Hole Aviation, LLC to the Jackson Hole Airport Board was originally scheduled to close on April 30, 2018. That closing will be delayed to address financing requirements directly associated with the pending lawsuit challenging the Airport’s authority to use bond financing. A new closing date has not yet […]
Read MoreIf you’ve traveled recently, you may have noticed that security screening checkpoints across the country have enhanced screening procedures. The Transportation Security Administration is spreading the word on how travelers can plan ahead and save time during spring break and beyond. Read TSA’s latest blog to see all the latest tips and updates. The Transportation […]
Read MoreThe Jackson Hole Airport will be conducting an open burn on Thursday, March 1st and Friday, March 2nd from 6 am-10 pm on the west side of the property (weather permitting). This burn will be supervised. I f you should have any questions or concerns, please contact Airport Operations by calling (307) 413-1519.
Read MorePublic parking at the Jackson Hole Airport will be impacted by a water line project through mid-February. Please utilize the web links below to view live parking lot availability. Traffic flow will be modified during certain periods of construction. Please use extra caution when entering and exiting the airport traffic patterns may be effected. General […]
Read MoreJAC is proud to announce Jackson Hole Airport Board Member, John Eastman, has been elected to serve on the National Parks Overflight Advisory Board (NPOAG). The NPOAG advises the National Park Service on implementing volunteer agreements with stakeholders that include the Federal Aviation Administration, municipal airport authorities, air tour businesses, conservation organizations and tribal organizations. “Eastman’s membership speaks […]
Read MoreThe Jackson Hole Airport is small in size and can experience crowding during the summer and winter seasons. Avoid long lines and arrive at the airport 2 hours before your scheduled flight time. The flight schedule is robust from 7 a.m. to 8 a.m. and 12 p.m. through 4 p.m. daily. We strongly recommend getting […]
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