2026 GAA Legislative Flights

Dear GAA Members and Aviation Partners,

The Georgia Airports Association extends our sincere appreciation to the state leaders, aviation advocates, local officials, volunteer pilots, and industry partners who participated in this year’s Legislative Flights across Georgia.

These annual visits continue to demonstrate the vital role Georgia’s airports play in economic development, connectivity, education, emergency response, and community growth throughout our state.

This year’s Legislative Flights included visits to the following airports:

Central Route
• AGS – Augusta Regional Airport
• OKZ – Kaolin Field at Sandersville Regional Airport
• MLJ – Baldwin County Airport

Participating Legislators:
• Senator Lee Anderson
• Representative Mark Newton
• Representative Brian Prince

Southern Route
• CSG – Columbus Airport
• JYL – Plantation Airpark
• MHP – Metter Municipal Airport
• DBN – W. H. “Bud” Barron Airport

Participating Legislators:
• Representative David Jenkins
• Representative Gerald Greene
• Representative Carmen Rice
• Representative David Huddleston

We would also like to recognize and thank the GAA Board Members and facilitators who helped lead and coordinate this year’s flights:

• Amber Clark, C.M. – Columbus Airport
• Lauren Smith – Augusta Regional Airport
• Special Guest Edward Lindsey – Dentons Law Firm

A special thank you goes to the volunteer pilots and aircraft owners who generously donated their time, aircraft, and passion for aviation to make these flights possible.

Together, we are continuing to showcase the impact of aviation and keep Georgia flying forward.

Thank you for your continued support of Georgia aviation.

-Georgia Airports Association