Arkansas Division of Aeronautics

02/13/2026

The Division of Aeronautics is proud to be a sponsor of the annual Inspection Authorization Clinic to help keep our maintenance professionals up-to-date on the latest industry developments.

09/10/2025

Looking for a place to fly this weekend? Boone County Regional Airport in Harrison (HRO) is holding its annual airport day on Saturday, September 13, at 10:00 AM. The event includes a safety seminar on the importance of properly maintaining and inspecting aircraft flight control cables and a free lunch of hamburgers and hot dogs.

For more information, please contact the Boone County Regional Airport Manager: Judy McCutcheon at 870-577-5196

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08/13/2025

If you're looking for a great time and exciting flying in a beautiful setting, then this event is for you!

08/07/2025

Know someone with a passion for aviation and public service? Share or tag them!

The Arkansas Division of Aeronautics is seeking a key leadership position that functions as an Assistant Director. Officially listed as Commerce Program Supervisor/Expert, this role plays a vital part in statewide agency operations and strategy.

As part of our team, you’ll help drive airport improvement initiatives, support airport and pilot safety, and represent the Division across the state.

Please reach out to Jerry Chism with any questions regarding the position!

POSTING CLOSES AUGUST 13, 2025

Apply here: https://arcareers.arkansas.gov/job/LITTLE-ROCK-COMMERCE-PROGRAM-SUPERVISOREXPERT-AR-72202/1314680900/

08/05/2025

As many of you have already heard, it is with the greatest of sadness we announce the passing of the Division of Aeronautics’ former Director, John Knight.

John’s name still echoes in our halls. Stories full of wisdom, heart, and plenty of humor are shared fondly and often in our offices. He was truly a giant—not only in Arkansas aviation and business, but also in his community and, most importantly, among his beloved family. Please hold his wife, Rose, and his sons, Tim and Todd Knight, close in your thoughts during this difficult time.

An advocate for progress, John helped shape the aviation landscape of Arkansas in ways that will be felt for generations. During his tenure as Director, he championed an increase in funding for our agency’s grant appropriation from $500,000 to $15 million. This tremendous increase allowed even the smallest airports throughout the state to grow, improve, and contribute to the economic successes of their communities. After 27 years with the agency, Director Knight retired in 2014.

In 2015, he was inducted into The Arkansas Aviation Historical Society's Hall of Fame, an honor he held in high regard. Shortly after his retirement, he received the Kenneth A. Rowe Ambassador of Aviation Award from the National Association of State Aviation Officials. This award, given by unanimous decision of the NASAO Board of Directors, recognizes leaders who embody “spirit, optimism, and fierce pride in the capabilities of state aviation agencies.”

(NASAO and our staff tried to surprise him with the award at the 2017 annual convention, but anyone who knows John knows he asked meaningful and to-the-point questions — it was impossible to get this surprise past him!)

To memorialize his dedication and lasting contributions, the City of Arkadelphia recently announced that its terminal building will be named in his honor.

His impact extends far beyond his official capacities. John was a trusted leader, a genuine friend, and a source of wisdom to all who knew him.

While his personal and professional accomplishments are far too extensive to capture here, we are forever grateful for the time we had with him. Like all those who leave a lasting imprint, his time with us feels far too short.

Please join us in honoring his memory.

His obituary and service details can be found here:

John K. Knight, was born December 5, 1940, in Vicksburg, Mississippi, to John Clarence and Jennie Mae Holland Knight. John passed from this life to heaven on August 2, 2025. The greatest comfort to Johns family is that he knew Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior. In a tent

06/17/2025

The 48th annual Air Race Classic - a cross-country air race for women only - will be passing through Arkansas today. Boone County Regional Airport, in Harrison, is one of the 12 designated airports on the route, which begins in Fairhope, Alabama and ends in Spokane, Washington.

We encourage you to come out and see them, but if you can't do that, you can follow them online at

06/04/2025

PUBLIC NOTICE: The Arkansas Aeronautics Commission will meet June 18 at 10:30am!

04/21/2025

There are several great articles and insights in this month's issue of Arkansas Money & Politics!

We’re very proud to be part of a community and industry that continues to inspire, lead, and grow. Take a look at the digital version of the issue below for stories that are shaping Arkansas' future!👇

Click here to read: https://armoneyandpolitics.com/digital-issue/

04/10/2025

03/20/2025

March Commission meeting information.

03/20/2025

Exciting news for Arkansas students!
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North Arkansas College, Clinton School District, Clinton Municipal Airport, and industry partner Dawson Aircraft have collaborated to provide hands-on training, equipping individuals with the skills to inspect, troubleshoot, service, and repair aircraft components and systems. The training is currently in development and will be offered to high school seniors next fall.

Learn more: https://www.northark.edu/news-and-updates/new-aviation-maintenance-program-prepares-students-for-high-demand-careers/