Brian Johnson has joined the Iowa Department of Transportation (Iowa DOT) Modal Transportation Bureau as the state aviation program manager, according to department officials.
In his new role, Johnson will oversee the State Aviation Program, including the State Airport Improvement Program and Vertical Infrastructure Programs. His responsibilities also encompass the aviation system planning process and the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program.
“He will play a key role in managing the state aviation programs and ensuring that critical aviation funding meets its objectives and effectively supports the aviation system,” said Shane Wright, Iowa DOT aviation director.
Prior to joining the agency, Johnson served as a planner with Iowa Homeland Security and Emergency Management, where he focused on policy, emergency frameworks, and federal grant administration. His background also includes directing state-level project management in Colorado, working as a corporate pilot and flight instructor, and managing fixed-base operator services. Johnson holds a bachelor’s degree in flight operations from the University of Dubuque as well as commercial pilot, CFI, and CFII certificates.
For more information: IowaDOT.gov
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