Behind the Scenes at Baton Rouge Airport with Mike Edwards
In this episode of What’s What BR, we welcome back Mike Edwards from the Baton Rouge Airport. Mike discusses the various roles and responsibilities he handles, the politics driving airport management, and the major changes happening at the airport. He talks about the decommissioning of runways, plans for terminal improvements, and the governance shift towards an authority model for better efficiency. Additionally, Mike updates us on new flight routes, including the successful Baton Rouge to Washington D.C. route and ongoing efforts to secure direct flights to Chicago and Orlando. Tune in to learn more about the developments at Baton Rouge Airport and Mike’s insights on the aviation industry.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:48 Challenges and Changes at Baton Rouge Airport
01:55 Runway Decommissioning and Future Developments
05:41 Governance and Operational Efficiency
15:57 New Flight Services and Community Support
20:21 Terminal Improvements and Future Plans
26:57 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
