Announced by Avports, the managing operator of Westchester for the county, the paid college internship is being run in partnership with Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology and Westchester County. It is aimed at giving students real-world experience in airport administration, operations and airline services while interacting with Fortune 500 aviation departments, commercial airlines, fixed based operators and private pilots.

“Announcing this internship at the most respected and well-attended forum of this type in the nation is important to Westchester County and to Avports,” said Francisco Tejada, Westchester’s airport manager. “The partnership with Vaughn will prove to be a vast pipeline of emerging talent for airports like Westchester and others throughout the region and nation as we hope to draw young aviation professionals with fresh perspectives as they begin their careers.”

The announcement followed an address by NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen before a crowd of about 3,000. Locally, on any given day, the airport is the workplace for some 1,400 employees, and Avports is currently looking to fill 60 positions. Across the US The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that in 2024, there are nearly 17,000 job openings for airline and commercial pilots.

Dr. Sharon B. DeVivo, president of Vaughn College, said: “We are excited to see our long-term relationship with Avports and Westchester County Airport continue to grow with this Vaughn dedicated internship programme. Our alumni work in airports across the metropolitan region, including Westchester Airport, and beyond and that success comes with close industry partners like Avports that understand the importance of developing a talent pipeline.”

Avports’ CEO Jorge Roberts added: “There are so many opportunities that exist in aviation, and if you are willing to work, learn, and have a positive attitude, you will succeed. Personally, I have grown to the level where I am because others saw my potential, and that has driven me to give back so others can achieve similar career success. It’s also why, as a member of the Vaughn College President’s Advisory Committee, I’m so proud to see this internship partnership take off.”

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This office is an extension of the company’s East Coast headquarters in Oxford, Connecticut, further enhancing service and support for aircraft management, jet charter, and maintenance clients in the New York area.

Clay Lacy manages a growing fleet of jet charter aircraft along the eastern seaboard in White Plains, Boston, Oxford, Teterboro, Philadelphia, and Miami with additional locations opening later this year.

Clay Lacy manages a nationwide fleet of more than 100 business jet aircraft, with close to 70 planes available for charter. Five more charter jets joined the fleet in the second quarter and are ready for domestic or international charter.

A Falcon 2000LX based at Bozeman, Montana and Bedford, Massachusetts. A Falcon 7X based at Oxford, Connecticut. A Falcon 900C, Gulfstream G550 and Falcon 2000EX EASy all based at Van Nuys, California.

“Our new office in White Plains broadens the reach of our maintenance and operations centre in Oxford,” said Chris Hand, Clay Lacy’s Senior Vice President for the Northeast Region, “enabling us to provide greater value to our management, charter, and maintenance clients.”

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Rones-Payne is excited to join the growing field of aviation. While she may be new to aviation, Rones-Payne is no stranger to customer service. She comes to Million Air from the luxury fashion industry, most recently as General Brand Manager for Gucci, where she was responsible for devising strategies to build clientele and grow revenue.

“We are very fortunate to have someone with Lauren’s extensive background in catering to the very consumers who will be frequenting our FBOs,” said Roger Woolsey, CEO of Million Air. “Lauren’s work with high-end clientele and her familiarity with Westchester and the surrounding area made her the perfect fit for the position.”

“This fast paced, high energy, 24/7 industry is increasingly attracting more women and female pilots,” said Lauren Rones-Payne, Million Air White Plains General Manager. “Aviation offers careers for anyone who has a passion for flying, for aircraft and the thrill of traveling. Million Air is about people and service, taking care of our customers and letting them know you care. When you are able to cater to their every whim and make it happen, customers remember that.”

Prior to Gucci, Rones-Payne worked for Nordstrom, where she held various positions in customer service and human resources. She is a graduate of the Fashion Institute of Technology, an avid marathon runner and Westchester native. She is married and lives locally in White Plains.

At Westchester County Airport, the company recently opened a 52,000-square-foot hangar that is part of an $80 million expansion at the airport. Construction is currently under way on a new 18,000-square-foot terminal. Located adjacent to the new hangar, the two-story Adirondack-styled terminal is luxuriously designed with a resort-style ambiance including elegant seating areas, wood and rock features, stone framed dual fireplaces and wood beam ceilings. The new terminal will feature conference rooms, a pilot lounge with sleep rooms, barista staffed grand coffee bar, climate-controlled indoor valet area, and additional parking. The new terminal is expected be completed by the end of this year.

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The two-story hangar features 28-foot height doors capable of housing a Gulfstream 650, which is Gulfstream’s largest business jet. Floors are heated with a high-tech radiant heat system that allows temperatures to be maintained for aircraft and pilots. The new hangar also includes eight customizable offices with storage space. With the completion of the new hangar, Million Air’s complex now has 84,000 square feet of hangar space and 7.25 acres of ramp space.

“The growth and development of our Million Air network and brand has come as a result of strong dedication from all levels within the organization,” said Roger Woolsey, CEO of Million Air. “As our employees continue to create powerful first impressions at the Westchester County Airport, we are reinvesting in our facilities to create more jobs and better service our customers.  This is a win-win for our team and the Westchester County community.”

Construction is currently under way on a new 18,000-square-foot terminal. Located adjacent to the new hangar, the two-story Adirondack-styled terminal is luxuriously designed with a resort-style ambiance including elegant seating areas, wood and rock features, stone framed dual fireplaces and wood beam ceilings. The new terminal will feature conference rooms, pilot lounge with sleep rooms, barista staffed grand coffee bar, climate controlled indoor valet area and additional parking. The new terminal is expected be completed by the end of this year.

Westchester County Director of Operations Joan McDonald said: “Each day our administration is looking for opportunities to partner with businesses in Westchester County. We are proud of what we as a County have to offer both new and existing companies looking to make Westchester their home. Million Air’s new hangar at Westchester County Airport is a great example of what we can accomplish together.”

“Demand has been on the rise with a steady flow of aircraft coming in to the Westchester County Airport. The aviation industry has improved with the strengthened economy. It’s great to see our region experiencing an increase in new and repurposed construction projects that bring new jobs and new residents to our area.  The airport has certainly facilitated the growth we are experiencing and I extend my sincere congratulations to Million Air and to all who participated in this wonderful project,” said Harrison Town Mayor/Supervisor Ron Belmont.

In May 2016, the Westchester County Board of Legislators approved a 30-year lease with Million Air, granting improvements of the company’s Fixed Base Operation facilities on the 26-acre property at Westchester County Airport. In October 2016, the Westchester County Industrial Development Agency (IDA) approved issuing tax-exempt bonds for Million Air, which lowered the project’s financing costs.

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The WWE’s new Global 5000 will replace a Challenger corporate jet, which the company had owned since 2001.

World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc. – known to wrestling fans as the WWE – has replaced its 20-year-old Canadair Challenger corporate jet with a 2007 Bombardier Global 5000 (msn 9192 / N700LK) in a transaction financed by RBS Asset Finance.

RBS provided the WWE with $31.6 million on a seven loan term for the aircraft, which will be based at Westchester County Airport in White Plains, New York.

The WWE gave details of its new aircraft in its financial report from the second quarter of 2013 filed to the US Securities and Exchange Commission:

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