Aviation View | Volume 2, Issue 2

68 AVIATION VIEW VOLUME 2, ISSUE 2 the aviation workforce. Fox states, “One of the most important things we can do as aviation professionals is foster the next generation to become aviation professionals.” Fox is committed to being more involved with the community. He emphasizes, “The airport doesn’t belong to the pilots and the staff but to everyone, as the airport generates income for all. While we don’t operate commercial services, our airport receives an annual average of 10,000 passengers. The large number is thanks to the influx of business aviation at the airport. According to ALDOT’s economic study, we are responsible for $14.8 million in economic activities annually and push into the community $815,000 worth of local taxes. But these numbers are somewhat outdated since we’ve outgrown our older operations.” Management at the airport has developed D E C A T U R | H U N T S V I L L E | O N L I N E 75 YEARS SERVING NORTH ALABAMA DEGREE & CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS 100+ Largest 2-YEAR COLLEGE IN ALABAMA Creating a lifetime of success Whether you are preparing to enter the workforce, transfer to a four-year institution, or gain important certifications to enhance your career, Calhoun Community College can help you achieve your goals. Learn more today at calhoun.edu