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(Miami-Dade County, FL) --- The Miami-Dade Aviation Department (MDAD), operators of Miami International Airport (MIA) and five General Aviation airports, sent a team of aviation volunteers to assist their counterparts at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, which was affected by Hurricane Katrina.
The team of five staff members flew to Baton Rouge, LA, compliments of American Airlines, and then traveled to the Airport, which is located in Kenner, west of the City of New Orleans. The team is comprised of aviation operations personnel from MDAD specializing in airfield and terminal operations. During their one-week stay, staff worked to provide relief to airport personnel where needed.
“I am proud to see our MDAD staff volunteer to assist another airport in this critical time of need,” said Aviation Director José Abreu. “Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is a vital link in the airport chain and our staff has done all it can to assist in bringing that facility back on line.”
MDAD staff has a tradition of assisting other airports that have fallen victim to Mother Nature’s fury. In September 2004, MDAD sent volunteers to help Charlotte County Airport in Punta Gorda in the aftermath of Hurricane Charley. MIA staff also ventured to Pensacola Regional Airport to assist after Hurricane Ivan caused major damage to that airport as well.
“We are well aware of the lasting effects of a hurricane,” said Bruce Drum, Deputy Aviation Director, who oversees operations. “Hurricane Andrew taught us about the importance of helping our brothers and sisters in the aviation industry.
Our employees have also embraced this nation’s efforts to donate money and send relief supplies to those affected in New Orleans.”
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