Achievers & Accolades

Fayetteville Deputy Airport Director named 2022 Airport Business Top 40 Under 40

By Staff Report, posted 3 years ago
Photo provided by: Fayetteville Regional Airport 

Fayetteville Regional Airport is currently celebrating the success and achievements of one of its staff members. 

Deputy Airport Director Deontae Watson is one of 40 individuals that made AviationPros 2022 Airport Business Top 40 Under 40 list. 

Watson acknowledged the honor on the airport’s social media sharing: ““It is such an honor to be recognized as 2022 Airport Business Top 40 Under 40. Working in a challenging yet rewarding industry is the caffeine that keeps me going. Furthermore, it is gratifying to be serving America’s Can Do City.” 

Each winner was nominated by a peer or industry leader and are chosen based on not only their accomplishments in the present, but also how they plan to impact the future of the aviation industry. 

“The 40 under 40 showcases the most innovative emerging leaders building the future of aviation in North America,” said Joe Petri, editorial director for the Endeavor Aviation Group. “A 40 under 40 winner is chosen for demonstrating commitment, drive, [and] professional accomplishments over their career.” 

The city is helping to share the news across its social media platforms. You can find the link to the full profile written by Aviation Pros here: https://www.facebook.com/flyFAYairport/

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