Season 4 Episode 23: What’s Next for Phoenix Sky Harbor?

About this episode

Chad Makovsky discusses the future of Phoenix Sky Harbor and its preparations for growth and sustainability.

In this episode of Let’s Talk Business Phoenix, Chad Makovsky, Aviation Director for the City of Phoenix, discusses how Phoenix Sky Harbor is preparing for the future through major infrastructure investments, new technology, enhanced safety initiatives, and expanded air service. He also shares how the airport is balancing rapid regional growth with sustainability, workforce development, and an improved passenger experience. Tune in for an inside look at what’s next for Phoenix aviation and wh...

People in this episode

Host: Greater Phoenix Chamber

Guest: Chad Makovsky

Topics covered

• aviation
• infrastructure
• sustainability
• technology
• passenger experience

Keywords

• Phoenix Sky Harbor
• aviation
• infrastructure investments
• sustainability
• passenger experience

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: City of Phoenix

Places: Phoenix Sky Harbor, Phoenix

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