Who We Are
Airport Authority
The DuPage Airport Authority is an independent governmental entity established by the State of Illinois and governed by a nine-member Board of Commissioners appointed by the DuPage County Chair. In overseeing the operations of the Authority, the Board adopts ordinances and resolutions to ensure efficient operational practices and the responsible, transparent use of funds for both capital improvements and day-to-day operations.
Mission Statement
To provide general aviation facilities and services to the suburban Chicago area, including corporate aviation service, recreational aviation, charter service, local commuter service and air cargo while fostering aviation related business on the field; and to develop and lease or sell surplus vacant land in a manner compatible with airport uses in order to generate significant long-term income which, along with increased aviation revenues, will stimulate the local economy; provide for the creation of jobs; bring outside revenues to local businesses; increase tax revenues for local communities; and reduce the airport’s reliance upon property tax levies until the airport operates profitably without using revenue from taxpayers.
Board of Commissioners
All Correspondence Should Be Mailed To:
DuPage Airport Authority
2700 International Drive, Suite 200
West Chicago, IL 60185
Leadership Team
Patrick Hoard, Director of Finance & Administration
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +1 (630) 208-6192
Kristine Klotz, Executive Assistant and Board Liaison, FOIA Officer
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +1 (630) 208-6183
Brian DeCoudres, Director of the DuPage Flight Center
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +1 (630) 208-5692
DuPage Airport is strategically located in the western suburbs of Chicago along the border of DuPage and Kane counties. The surrounding communities offer strong economic vitality, high-quality educational institutions, diverse business opportunities, recreational amenities, and a wide range of cultural and civic attractions.
DuPage County
DuPage County is consistently ranked among the most affluent counties in Illinois and the nation. With a population nearing one million residents and more than 690,000 jobs, it is the second most populous county in Illinois. The county’s economy is diverse, with major employers in manufacturing, retail, government, logistics, and healthcare. Businesses cite the county’s strategic location, skilled workforce, transportation access, and proximity to major aviation and highway infrastructure as key advantages.
Kane County
Kane County is the fifth most populous county in the state and is home to 28 municipalities, each one unique in their own way. The County’s rapidly growing population now exceeds 500,000 residents. Kane County supports a workforce of more than 250,000 employees.
While less developed than DuPage County, Kane boasts a strong employment base. Several of the major employers are in the health care industry. A large part of the economic base includes manufacturing and retail businesses. Kane County’s high quality of life, excellent school, and housing choices ranging from affordable to luxurious make Kane County a popular home for workers seeking relief from the congestion and costs of suburbs closer to downtown Chicago.