Kenyatta Lee

As the chief of external affairs at MCO, Kenyatta is responsible for public affairs, government affairs, board services and special projects. She has worked in various senior-level roles throughout the transportation industry, including ports and transit. Before joining MCO, she worked at FDOT as the chief of modal development, which included responsibility for the offices of aviation, spaceports, rail and transit, seaports and supply chain. Personal fact: Kenyatta loves any mode of transportation, including paddle boarding.

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Panel discussion: Advanced air mobility: A US planning perspective

This panel discussion includes a diverse group of airports in the United States and will explore planning and preparing for advanced air mobility from a variety of perspectives. Airports and airport systems from three distinct geographies will comment on the specific challenges and opportunities for advanced air mobility in their markets. Panelists will share what steps their airports have taken to prepare for advanced air mobility, including their approach to engaging utility providers and other important stakeholders. They will share lessons learned and how they are dealing with the dynamic regulatory environment in the United States.

The audience will learn:

• Whether and how airports are prioritizing AAM preparedness
• How airports and vertiport operators are facing uncertainty of regulations
• Business case development for different segments of the US market
• How airports and vertiport operators are working with utility providers
• Stakeholder engagement techniques