January/February 2024 - 42
Terry Blue
MEMPHIS-SHELBY COUNTY
AIRPORT AUTHORITY
Meet the New Memphis Airport CEO
TERRY BLUE took over Jan. 1 as the new
President and CEO of the Memphis-Shelby
County Airport Authority. He talked with
Editorial Director Joe Petrie in a recent edition
of the AviationPros Podcast where he
highlights his vision for the airport authority
and how he sees the industry growing.
Check out some of the highlights from the episode.
His Path to Memphis
Blue was inspired to pursue aviation by his father and the movie " Top
Gun. " Initially interested in becoming a pilot, he shifted towards airport
management due to economic and personal reasons. His career includes
an internship with the Illinois Division of Aeronautics and positions at
Denver International Airport and Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport,
leading to his current role in Memphis.
Listen
to the
episode
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Leadership Philosophy
Blue emphasizes the importance of prioritizing employees, believing that
well-cared-for employees will take care of customers. This approach is
central to his strategy in Memphis, focusing on people, purpose, and place.
Vision for Memphis Airport Authority
Blue's vision includes continuing to support a positively memorable travel
experience and ensuring that the airport remains a reliable and effective
hub for partners and the community.
Future Plans for Memphis Aviation
Blue discusses the challenges faced by Memphis International Airport,
particularly in terms of terminal and landside facilities. He highlights the
need for modernization to accommodate current demands and future
growth, emphasizing parking space and terminal building upgrades.
This includes a Terminal Modernization Program to upgrade the 60-yearold
terminal building to meet modern standards, focusing on passenger
processing, seismic resiliency, and life safety improvements.
Technology and Innovation
Blue stresses the importance of integrating modern passenger processing
technologies into the terminal while being cautious with limited resources
and avoiding untested innovations.
He's excited about the potential of AI and machine learning in transforming
airport operations and improving customer experience.
https://www.aviationpros.com/53080523
January/February 2024
Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of January/February 2024
Inside the Fence
Toronto Pearson Airport Operations Transforms with Advanced Autonomous Works Vehicle
Airports Invest Big in 2024
Lower Interest Rates and Their Impact on Airport Improvement Projects in 2024
2024 Projects of the Year
Revolutionizing Airport Sustainability
How Distributed Drives Can Drive E ciency
Southwest Awards Leonardo Its First U.S. Airport Baggage Handling Contract
What It Takes to Build a Small City: A Whole New Salt Lake City
Best Practices for Local Government Leaders to Spearhead Airport Sustainability
Airport Guru
AviationPros Podcast
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January/February 2024 - Inside the Fence
January/February 2024 - Toronto Pearson Airport Operations Transforms with Advanced Autonomous Works Vehicle
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January/February 2024 - Airports Invest Big in 2024
January/February 2024 - Lower Interest Rates and Their Impact on Airport Improvement Projects in 2024
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January/February 2024 - 2024 Projects of the Year
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January/February 2024 - Revolutionizing Airport Sustainability
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January/February 2024 - How Distributed Drives Can Drive E ciency
January/February 2024 - Southwest Awards Leonardo Its First U.S. Airport Baggage Handling Contract
January/February 2024 - What It Takes to Build a Small City: A Whole New Salt Lake City
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January/February 2024 - Best Practices for Local Government Leaders to Spearhead Airport Sustainability
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January/February 2024 - Airport Guru
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January/February 2024 - AviationPros Podcast
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