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The Airport Advisory Commission (AAC) advises the City Council on all airport matters. The commission consists of seven members appointed by the Mayor for a three-year term.
Meetings are held every other month on the third Wednesday at 6 p.m. Next Meeting: May 20, 2026.
Watch the meeting here or email us to submit public comment or attend remotely.
Authority: SRC Chapter 9
Number of members: 7
Type of appointment: Mayoral Appointment
Length of term: 3 years
Apply to serve on the Commission here
Contact the AAC: SalemAirport@cityofsalem.net
Special Membership Requirements
- At least two members of the commission shall be active pilots holding a current pilot license with a rating of private pilot or higher.
- At least one member shall be a resident of the ward in which the airport is located.
- One member shall be an individual who is appointed by the Mayor as a representative of the Army Aviation Support Facility after considering the recommendation of the Adjutant General.
Rules & Bylaws
- Airport Advisory Commission Rules
- Airport Master Plan
- Airport Strategic Business Plan 2019
- Public Meetings Law Grievances
Commission Members
Members Table
| Member | Position | 1st Term Appointment | 2nd Term Appointment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Richard Field | Active Pilot | 11/12/2024 - 12/31/2027 | |
| Benjamin Wigton | Active Pilot | 11/12/2024 - 12/31/2027 | |
| James Hutches | Active Pilot | 12/08/2025 - 12/31/2028 | |
| Mike Morrow | At Large | 12/10/2021 - 12/31/2024 | 12/31/2024 - 12/31/2027 |
| Nathan Edgecomb | Army Aviation Support Facility | N/A | N/A |
| Christopher Burkholder | Active Pilot | 01/09/2023 - 12/31/2025 | 12/31/2025 - 12/31/2028 |
| Judith Kiss | Resident Ward 2 | 09/22/2025 - 12/31/2027 |
Meeting Documents including Agendas and Minutes
Meeting Audio Recordings
Audio Minutes (MP3) Audio Minutes (MP3)| 01/19/2022 | Audio Minutes (MP3) | Audio Minutes (WMA) |
| 10/27/2021 | Audio Minutes (MP3) | Audio Minutes (WMA) |
| 07/21/2021 | Audio Minutes (MP3) | Audio Minutes (WMA) |
| 04/21/2021 | Audio Minutes (MP3) | Audio Minutes (WMA) |
| 01/20/2021 | Audio Minutes (MP3) | Audio Minutes (WMA) |
| 10/21/2020 | Audio Minutes (MP3) | Audio Minutes (WMA) |
| 01/15/2020 | Audio Minutes (MP3) | Audio Minutes (WMA) |
| 10/16/2019 | Audio Minutes (MP3) | Audio Minutes (WMA) |
| 07/17/2019 | Audio Minutes (MP3) | Audio Minutes (WMA) |
| 04/17/2019 | Audio Minutes (MP3) | Audio Minutes (WMA) |
| 01/16/2019 | Audio Minutes (MP3) | Audio Minutes (WMA) |
| 10/17/2018 | Audio Minutes (MP3) | Audio Minutes (WMA) |
| 07/23/2018 | Audio Minutes (MP3) | Audio Minutes (WMA) |
| 07/18/2018 | Audio Minutes (MP3) | Audio Minutes (WMA) |
| 04/18/2018 | Audio Minutes (MP3) | Audio Minutes (WMA) |
