Jacksonville Aviation Authority Elected New Leadership
Local business operators should note the board shifts as leadership changes affect regional airport policy.
Updated on Sept. 21, 2026 in People
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The Jacksonville Aviation Authority has elected its executive board for fiscal year 2027. The seven-member body oversees policy for the area's aviation facilities.
Why it matters
The board's composition dictates regional transportation infrastructure strategy and procurement policies. Changes in leadership positions can signal shifting priorities for terminal expansion or vendor contracts.
The seven-member board comprises three members appointed by the mayor and four appointed by the governor. Members serve four-year terms, with the limit set at two consecutive terms.
The players
Fernando Acosta-Rua
The newly elected board chair who has served on the authority since 2021.
Jacksonville Aviation Authority
The local government entity responsible for managing Jacksonville's regional aviation infrastructure.
The details
The board held an election to establish its leadership hierarchy for the upcoming fiscal year. Fernando Acosta-Rua will serve as chair, supported by Solomon Brotman as vice chair, Andy Hofheimer as secretary, and Matt Connell as treasurer. These roles govern the oversight and decision-making processes for the authority's operations.
Timeline
Fiscal year 2027 begins October 1, 2026.
Market Landscape
This leadership transition follows the governance structure defined by the Florida statutory appointment process for special districts. It sits within the established framework of split gubernatorial and mayoral oversight common to regional authorities.
Operators who rely on airport logistics or hold existing vendor contracts should monitor the board's first session in October. Reviewing the board meeting minutes and public policy agenda is the primary way to track potential shifts in procurement or operational requirements.
The takeaway
Board leadership changes often precede shifts in operational policy or infrastructure investment priorities. Operators should calendar the October 1 start of the fiscal year to monitor for new policy announcements or updated vendor procurement guidelines.
Further reading
For more information on regional board activities, visit People.
More information
For more information, visit the Jacksonville Aviation Authority official website.
Source note: This article includes information reported by News 4 Jax.
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