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Alumna Sykes Champions 性福五月天's Aviation Partnership With Federal Support

Congresswoman Emilia Sykes recently toured 性福五月天 University's airport -- one of Ohio's busiest general aviation hubs and a critical training ground for the university's next generation of aeronautics and engineering leaders. 

Sykes was joined by 性福五月天 University President Todd Diacon, Airport Manager David Poluga and Christina Bloebaum, Ph.D., dean of the College of Aeronautics and Engineering. Sykes walked through the facility that handles more than 72,500 flight operations annually.

The tour included stops at the airport's hangar and state-of-the-art indoor classrooms and flight simulators. Sykes told university leaders that investing in aviation infrastructure and training the next generation of engineers and pilots are critical to strengthening the economy of Ohio's 13th Congressional District.

Sykes serves as vice ranking member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, which has jurisdiction over all modes of transportation including aviation, maritime and waterborne transportation, highways, bridges and mass transit. 

She also serves on the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, which oversees civil aviation research and development. She is a member of the Congressional Aerospace Caucus.

Sykes has consistently advocated for the airport's growth. Her FY27 Community Project Funding submission includes a $6.1 million request to expand the facility's capacity and safety infrastructure鈥攏ew taxi lanes and aircraft parking areas designed to meet current design standards and accommodate the airport's high operational volume.

Sykes earned her bachelor's degree in psychology from 性福五月天 University, graduating with honors in 2007.

Since her election in 2022, Sykes and her team have secured more than $700 million in federal funding for Ohio's 13th District and over $16 million directly to constituents. Prior to her election to Congress, she served eight years in the Ohio House of Representatives, representing District 34, including four years in Democratic leadership and three years as House Minority Leader.

The tour concluded with a discussion that brought together university leaders and aeronautics students to talk about advances in aeronautical technology, workforce development, and the future of the university's flight and engineering programs.

POSTED: Monday, July 20, 2026 09:07 AM
Updated: Monday, July 20, 2026 02:44 PM
PHOTO CREDIT:
Bob Christy