Please enjoy reading about our accomplishments in the newly released John Wayne Airport 2020 Annual Report.
2020 Annual Report Released
Waste Amnesty Event Receives Industry Award
John Wayne Airport’s “Waste Amnesty Event” received an Environmental Achievement Award honorable mention in the Environmental Improvement with Limited Resources category from the Airports Council International – North America (ACI-NA).
John Wayne Airport Once Again Ranked Among Nation’s Best
John Wayne Airport ranked #2 among large airports in North America by J.D. Power's 2020 North America Airport Satisfaction Study, continuing its record of top-rankings since it was elevated to the large airport category in 2017. The Airport ranked #1 among large airports in 2017 and 2018.
“Helping Hands” Receives National Award
The National Association of Counties (NACo) presented John Wayne Airport with an Achievement Award for Best in Category – Human Services for the Airport’s “Helping Hands” program. The program provides individualized assistance, easing the stress associated with airport travel for individuals with autism spectrum disorder and other hidden disabilities.
Bob Hope USO Patriotic Boat Wins Award!
Orange County Bob Hope USO at John Wayne Airport volunteers had the opportunity to participate in the Newport Beach 4th of July Old Glory Boat Parade. Thanks to a generous donation of a yacht for the event, the patriotically decorated boat won the “Spirit” award.
JWA Real Property Agent Receives National Recognition!
John Wayne Airport Real Property Agent, Jessica Dixon, was recognized by the Airports Council International – North America (ACI-NA) as the 2019 Concessions Person of the Year. As a Real Property Agent, Jessica increased several concessionaire’s revenues by 40 percent, and her role in planning, development, and public outreach for the Airport’s Concession Program has led to the most progressive concession redevelopment program in the Airport’s history.
Helping Hands Wins CAPIO Award
John Wayne Airport (JWA) is pleased to have received a 2019 Excellence in Public Information & Communications (EPIC) Award of Distinction for our “Helping Hands” program launch event from the California Association of Public Information Officials (CAPIO). The EPIC Awards are presented annually by CAPIO to honor outstanding public agency information and communications programs.
Best Airport in the U.S.
It’s official. JWA has been rated the best airport in the U.S. by MONEY magazine in their annual Best in Travel rankings. This is the first time MONEY has included JWA in its annual list of the 15 Best Airports in the U.S. To find the best, MONEY analyzed 80 of the nation’s top airports, …
Survey Says!
The results are in, and the 2017 Passenger Survey confirms that John Wayne Airport continues to receive exceptionally high approval ratings from travelers, both visitors and residents alike. The findings found that 95% of all passengers surveyed are satisfied or are very satisfied with their overall experience at JWA. Two-thirds of passengers rate JWA a …
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