Phil Brown - Articles and news items

Orlando International selected first airport in nation to electronically streamline international arrival process

Airport news / 15 April 2013 /

Orlando International Airport (MCO) is selected as the first airport in the nation to automate the I-94 arrival/departure form used by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). Contributing to Orlando’s selection is the dramatic increase in international traffic. So far this year, MCO has experienced a 13.7 percent gain in international travel.

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Greater Orlando Aviation Authority Board approves $445.9 million budget for 2013

Airport news / 19 September 2012 /

The Board of the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority approved a nearly $446 million budget for operation of Orlando International Airport (MCO) and a $3 million budget for Orlando Executive Airport. The newly approved budget for MCO represents a 2.3 percent increase over 2012.

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Creating an experience

Issue 3 2012 / 1 June 2012 /

When 50 million visitors are attracted to your city in a single year, you had better be prepared to exceed expectations. As the number one family-friendly destination in the United States, Orlando’s first impression and last impression are often made by the one place that connects travellers to some of the world’s most iconic attractions; Orlando International Airport.

Vision and leadership have always been driving forces behind the impressive growth and success of Orlando International Airport (MCO). From the beginning foresight, planning and co-operative interaction between airport officials and community leaders have played an important role in developing a world-class aviation facility. The evolution began in earnest in 1981 with the completion of a brand new main terminal complex. That year, MCO saw just over six million passengers move along its pair of 12,000 foot runways and through its two airside terminals.

Thirty years, two additional runways, two more airsides and a new FAA control tower later, MCO has grown into the 13th busiest airport in the United States and one of the busiest in the world with more than 35 million passengers annually. Many factors have contributed to Orlando International’s progress and popularity over the years. Two of the more impactful have been the visionary approach taken by the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority to acquire land for future development and the creation of a unique design concept known as ‘The Orlando Experience’. (more…)

Phil Brown assumes Executive Director position at Greater Orlando Aviation Authority

Airport news / 16 September 2010 /

Phil Brown, former Deputy Executive Director of the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority, is the newly appointed Executive Director of the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority. He has responsibility for all aspects of development and operations for both Orlando International (MCO) and Orlando Executive Airports. Brown was unanimously approved by the Authority Board to succeed retiring Steve Gardner effective September 20th.

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