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Airport Services

Provides technical assistance to airport sponsors for airport development

Aviation Education & External Engagement

Promotes aviation in the Commonwealth through awareness, education, and multimedia

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Provides safe, secure, and cost-effective transportation for all state agencies

Finance and Administration

Provides fiscal and administrative support to DOAV

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Virginia Aviation Educational Programs

The Virginia Department of Aviation’s Aviation Educational Programs are now available.     Updated Scholarship Forms Available Now!

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Virginia Airport System Economic Impact Study

The Virginia Airport System Economic Impact Study provides details on Aviation Activity and Industry Trends in Virginia, Economic Impact Definistions, Data Collection Processes, Methodology, Statewide Economic Impact Findings and Reliant Industries and Tax Benefits.
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Virginia Aviation Art Contest

The Virginia Department of Aviation offers an annual aviation art contest open to students ages 6-17. The contest has a different theme each year. The 2026 Art Contest theme was “Fly to Save Lives“.
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Virginia Aviation Photo Contest

The Virginia Department of Aviation offers an annual photo contest for photographers and pilots to show off aircraft and aerial photos and get a chance to be featured in the annual aviation calendar. You can use the links below for details on eligibility and rules.     
The 2026 Virginia Aviation Award Winners

2026 Virginia Aviation Awards Winners Announced

The 2026 Virginia Aviation Award (VAA) winners were announced August 19, 2026 at a ceremony in Williamsburg. Virginia Department of Aviation (DOAV) Director Greg Campbell honored five Virginians with awards for Airport Executive of the Year, Person of the Year, Lifetime Achievement, and the newly recognized Educator of the Year. Read full article here .

  • John Rutledge, Richmond, VA - Airport Executive of the Year
  • Del. Karrie Delaney, Fairfax County, VA - Person of the Year
  • Cindy Watson, Bedford County, VA - Educator of the Year
  • Mike Mickel, Chesterfield County, VA - Lifetime Achievement
  • Michael Cooper, Loudon County, VA - Lfietime Achievement
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Economic Growth and Development Stimulated by Virginia Airports

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Public-Use Airports

65 airports consisting of both commercial service and general aviation facilities.

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Airport sustained jobs

Number of workers employed with Virginia airports, both full‑time and part‑time.

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Wages

Compensation and benefits employees receive, to include pay, health coverage, and taxes paid for them.

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