Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
About ATL
ATL is Atlanta's global gateway, connecting people, business, and opportunity through one of the world's busiest and most efficient airport operations.
$66B+
Annual economic impact
ATL is a major economic driver for Atlanta, Georgia, and the Southeast.
Aviation, commerce, and community in motion
Modernized terminals, high-volume operations, and a customer-first team keep ATL moving for passengers and partners every day.
About ATL
A world-class airport built for Atlanta and beyond
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is a Department of Aviation operation owned by the City of Atlanta. The airport anchors regional mobility, supports thousands of jobs, and connects metro Atlanta with destinations across the country and around the world.
ATL's scale is matched by its responsibility: safe operations, efficient passenger flow, strong financial stewardship, and a welcoming experience for every traveler.
ATL at a glance
Global reach
Service across domestic and international markets.
Operational scale
High-volume passenger and aircraft operations supported by coordinated teams.
Economic engine
Billions in regional impact through jobs, travel, trade, and tourism.
22,000+
Airport employees
A large on-site workforce keeps ATL operating across departments, tenants, and partners.
100+
Years of service
ATL's history reflects Atlanta's growth as a transportation and business capital.
$66B+
Economic impact
The airport is one of the region's strongest engines for commerce and tourism.
2,700+
Daily flights
A dense flight network keeps passengers and cargo moving throughout the day.
What makes ATL special
A high-performing airport with a distinctly Atlanta welcome
The strongest parts of ATL are operational and human: reliable movement, modern amenities, accessible service, and teams who help travelers navigate one of the world's most active airport environments.
Efficient Connections
A strong air-service network and coordinated terminal operations help passengers move through ATL with confidence.
Passenger Experience
Dining, retail, art, accessibility services, and guest support create a more complete airport experience.
Regional Impact
ATL supports jobs, business travel, tourism, cargo movement, and Georgia's competitive position.
Future Focus
Capital planning, infrastructure investment, and continuous improvement guide how ATL prepares for demand.
ATL and our team
People keep the airport moving
ATL's work is carried out by airport employees, city teams, airlines, concessionaires, contractors, public-safety partners, and service providers. Together, they support safe operations and a better traveler experience.
How we work
Built around safety, service, and stewardship
The About and Leadership pages emphasize an airport operation that is accountable to passengers, partners, employees, and the region. The redesign presents those responsibilities as clear working principles.
Safety and Security
Coordinate across aviation, public safety, and operating teams to keep the airport reliable and secure.
Passenger Focus
Improve wayfinding, accessibility, amenities, and communication so travelers can move with less friction.
Operational Excellence
Use planning, maintenance, technology, and financial discipline to support a high-volume airport.
Leadership
Meet the leaders guiding ATL
Leadership content and portrait assets are adapted from the current ATL Leadership page and hosted from the redesign media library.
Ricky Smith
Airport General Manager
Jan Lennon
Airport Executive Deputy General Manager
Bryan Benefiel
Airport Deputy General Manager, Sr. | Chief Financial Officer
Chris Crist
Airport Deputy General Manager, Operations
Gus Hudson
Airport Deputy General Manager
Frank Rucker
Senior Assistant General Manager
Tyronia Smith
Senior Assistant General Manager
Michael Smith
Senior Assistant General Manager
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Continue learning about ATL
Use the sections above as a starting point for ATL's story, operations, and leadership.
