Rzeszów-Jasionka Airport awarded the title of Small Airport of the Year 2022

For the first time in its history, the airport in Jasionka received the title of Small Airport of the Year 2022, awarded by the international industry organization CAPA - Center for Aviation.

The jury of the competition appreciated the airport near Rzeszów for its crucial role in supporting Ukraine. The airport's role in coordinating all kinds of aid coming from around the world was taken into account, as well as the essential role in evacuating refugees affected by a humanitarian crisis. The justification of the result emphasized the role in which the airport in Jasionka faced sudden and urgent challenges requiring extraordinary responsibility. CAPA also noticed the progress made by the airport in 2022 regarding the network of passenger connections.

– I am proud that such a substantive group has distinguished our airport on the international forum. This achievement is primarily due to our employees who, in such exceptional circumstances, managed to cope with the difficult tasks set before them. Recognition in the eyes of foreign experts is another proof that the development strategy of the Jasionka airport is correct. Investments in infrastructure and equipment and the consistent expansion of the port's surroundings allow us to face even greater challenges successfully. This award will undoubtedly strengthen the positive image of Podkarpacie in the international arena - said Adam Hamryszczak, President of the Management Board of Rzeszów-Jasionka Airport.

The title of the Small Airport of the Year may be applied to airports serving up to 10 million passengers a year, which are distinguished by strategic achievements and contributed to the development of the aviation industry in a given year.