Business View Oceania - May 2024

1. Can you tell us a little about the history of Australian Airports Association? When and why was it founded? What were the regulations that AAA felt had to be filled, and has that mission changed over the years? What is the current mandate of the AAA? The Australian Airports Association (AAA) is a non-profit organisation. It was founded in 1982 in recognition of the need for one coherent, cohesive, consistent, and vital voice for all aerodromes and airports across Australia.The AAA now represents the interests of more than 330 airports and aerodromes Australia wide, from your local country community landing strip to major international gateway airports. There are a further 120 corporate members within our ranks, and they represent aviation stakeholders and organisations that provide services to the airport sector. The AAA facilitates co-operation among all member airports and their many and varied partners in Australian aviation, whilst contributing to an air transport system that is safe, secure, efficient, and environmentally responsible. This is for the benefit of all Australians and visitors. The AAA is also the leading advocate for appropriate national policy relating to airport activities, and operates to ensure regular transport passengers, freight, and the community enjoy the full benefits of a progressive and sustainable airport industry. The impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on Australia’s airport sector mean the voice of our association is now more important than ever. Advocacy is always front of mind, whether it’s at a local or national level. It is crucial our members are supported, no matter what their issue may be. 2.What is the size of Australian Airports Association’s staff? What are their main priorities? Does the AAA 71 BUSINESS VIEW OCEANIA VOLUME 06, ISSUE 05 AUSTRAL IAN AIRPORTS ASSOCIAT ION