Author: Jerry Spampanato

Jerry Spampanato was the General Manager at John F. Kennedy International Airport in the Aviation Department of the PANYNJ. As General Manager, he was responsible for operating the airport daily, managing and directing the activities of 500 staff members within an annual budget of $300 million. An airline and Port Authority executive with extensive experience, Jerry assumed various roles, including operations, customer service, maintenance, security, cargo, facilities, and labor relations. Before joining the Port Authority, Jerry held key airline executive positions. In addition to managing airports in the Caribbean, U. S. Northeast, and Southeast regions, he was the key architect in developing and constructing cargo and terminal facilities. He also orchestrated the buildup of flight operations in New York and Miami to major hub status. Jerry began his career with the Port Authority in 1992, where he managed Terminal One and supervised the operation of Carrier Operations. In 1994, he became Manager, Airport Maintenance Services Division at JFK. As General Manager, he interfaced with airlines, airport tenants, federal agencies, and surrounding local communities. Jerry continues to be an active airport community member donating his time to the JFK Chamber of Commerce, Our Lady of the Skies Catholic Guild, the School Sisters of Notre Dame, and York College.