Promoting Aviation Education and Awareness
Aviation Education & External Engagement (AEEE)
The Aviation Education & External Engagement (AEEE) Division supports the Virginia Department of Aviation’s organizational mission by helping to build the public’s appreciation and awareness of the importance of aviation in the Commonwealth.
Our team manages communication activities and outreach efforts for the sharing of relevant aviation information to the current and next generation of aviation professionals, student pilots, educators, aviation enthusiasts, the media, and general public.
In addition to our communications and education outreach, we handle aircraft registration.
Public Relations
Promotes Virginia’s airports and aviation to ensure a positive image of the air transportation system throughout the Commonwealth.
Aviation Education
Provides access to education and aviation awareness programs throughout the Commonwealth for the benefit of citizens of all ages.
Media & Publications
Manages a variety of publications and media outlets to both educate and inform the public regarding aviation in Virginia.
Aviation Awareness
Participates in events and offers public programs to enhance aviation awareness in the Commonwealth.
Aircraft Registration & Compliance
Assists aircraft owners and operators with registration to ensure compliance with Virginia’s aviation laws.
Public Relations and Aircraft Registration
The Aviation Education & External Engagement (AEEE) Division is comprised of a Public Relations Section and an Aircraft Registration Program.
The Public Relations Section develops communications resources such as pamphlets and brochures, the agency website and social media sites, and press releases. This section supports aviation awareness, education, and workforce development through outreach efforts and activities. This section promotes Virginia aviation through industry trade shows, career days, and many other public events.
The Aircraft Registration Program registers aircraft in the Commonwealth of Virginia. All aircraft that are owned by residents of the Commonwealth, or owned by nonresidents, if the aircraft are located in Virginia more than 90 days in a calendar year period, are required to be registered. The registration requirement includes aircraft which are based at both public-use and private-use airports, heliports, and landing areas.
Alton Jordan
Deputy Director, Aviation Education & External Engagement
- 804-236-3644
- alton.jordan@doav.virginia.gov
Stephen Clausing
Communications & Legislative Affairs Manager
- 804-774-4635
- stephen.clausing@doav.virginia.gov
Tess Robertson
Aviation Education Program Development Manager
- 804-236-3630
- tess.robertson@doav.virginia.gov