SHALIMAR — The Okaloosa Board of County Commissioners hired a new airports director March 1.
Tracy Stage has been with Okaloosa airports for almost 10 years, earned Accredited Airport Executive distinction from the American Association of Airport Executives and had a successful military career prior to his employment with Okaloosa County.
"Tracy has earned this promotion and exhibits high energy in all he does for our airports. 'Home cooking' works lots of times," commission chairman Kelly Windes said.
Two new airlines, Allegiant and Glo, were added to the Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport while Stage was acting interim director.
"I am absolutely thrilled and most of all, extremely proud of our team and what we have accomplished together. This is my home, and I look forward to the opportunity to continue to serve Okaloosa County and lead our airports," Stage said.
For more information, call 311 or 651-7160, extension 4.
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