Mobile Airport Authority Announces Leadership Change

MOBILE, Ala. (March 24, 2026) - The Mobile Airport Authority today announced a leadership change involving Executive Director, Andy Wilson.

“In late October of 2024, Andy Wilson onboarded as Mobile Airport Authority’s Executive Director. At the time, the Brookley terminal project needed a person with both construction and operational experience. Since then, he has helped navigate MAA during this crucial time and was one of the primary forces to getting the terminal project back on budget. Andy’s institutional knowledge and his expertise in aviation project development have teed the new terminal up for success,” said Mobile Airport Chairman Sandy Stimpson. “Andy has made the personal decision to step down as Executive Director, and we respect and fully support that choice. We wish him nothing but the best as he devotes more time to his family in Florida. I am grateful that, should the need arise, I will be able to reach out to Andy for his advice.”
 

"I want to commend Andy Wilson for his leadership of the Mobile Airport Authority. Working closely with the board, he has helped get the Mobile International Airport terminal project back on budget, with substantial completion expected this fall. His aviation expertise and strong relationships with federal partners have been invaluable,” Mayor Spiro Cheriogotis said. “I’m grateful to the board and staff for their continued focus and professionalism during this transition, and I’m confident we will identify the right executive director to lead MAA into its next chapter."

 

The Board will meet on Wednesday, March 25, at 3 p.m. to formally appoint an Acting Executive Director. Leadership is in place to ensure that both the operational and construction activities will continue without interruption.