ELLICOTT, N.Y. — Chautauqua County announced the appointment of John Machemer to lead its airport operations as Deputy Director of Public Facilities – Airports.
Machemer, an aviation veteran and longtime county resident, will now oversee daily airport operations, long-term planning, and coordination with federal and state aviation authorities for both the Jamestown (JHW) and Dunkirk (DKK) airports.
“I am incredibly honored and excited to return to the Chautauqua County Airport as its new manager,” said Machemer in a press release. “This is where my aviation journey began, and I’m deeply passionate about its continued success. I look forward to working with the county, airport staff, and the community to ensure our airports provide safe, efficient, and valuable services for Chautauqua County.”…