Welcome Brian M. Solis, New Director of Air Service Development

PUNTA GORDA, FL (May 7, 2026) - The Charlotte County Airport Authority (CCAA) announces that Brian M. Solis has joined the Punta Gorda Airport (PGD) as its Director of Air Service Development. Brian will report to Chief Marketing Officer Kaley R. Miller, and will lead PGD's air service growth strategy by building relationships with new airline partners to introduce additional routes and destinations.

Brian spent the majority of his professional career with the Lee County Port Authority at Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW), where he served as Manager of Air Service Development. In this role, he was responsible for identifying and securing new air service opportunities while enhancing capacity and frequency across existing routes. His leadership contributed to a remarkable 81% increase in destinations served at RSW, growing its network from 43 to 78 destinations.

"In addition to his air service development accomplishments, Brian has demonstrated his ability to cultivate meaningful relationships with airline partners, regional Visitor and Convention Bureaus, chambers and community stakeholders," said CEO James W. Parish, P.E. "I am confident Brian will leverage his national connections and build momentum in Charlotte County to drive sustainable growth at PGD."

Brian's aviation career began with roles across multiple airports and airlines such as Delta Air Lines, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, AirTran Airways, and others, where he gained experience in customer service, distribution planning and airline systems. Over the course of his career, he has built a reputation for delivering measurable growth in passenger traffic, expanding route networks, and strengthening airport competitiveness through data-driven decision-making and collaborative stakeholder engagement.

Brian holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (Management) from University of South Florida. As a long-time resident of Cape Coral, he will remain engaged in the southwest Florida community while developing new relationships in Charlotte County.

At Punta Gorda Airport, Sun Country and Allegiant provide low-cost, nonstop air service to more than 50 destinations.

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About Punta Gorda Airport

The Charlotte County Airport Authority (CCAA), governed by five elected commissioners, owns and operates the Punta Gorda Airport (PGD), located at 28000 Airport Road, five minutes off I-75, exits 161 and 164 in between Sarasota and Ft. Myers. PGD provides quick and easy access to Southwest Florida, and is home to commercial air service, air charters, medical transport services, aircraft maintenance and avionics repair, an A&P School, as well as flight schools, distributors and manufacturers. CCAA provides FBO services through the PGD Air Center and manages all on-airport fueling. No ad valorem (property) taxes are used for airport operations or construction. CCAA is a nontaxing entity and operates as an enterprise fund, supported by revenue generated from its operations including rental car concession, parking, fuel sales and hangar, building and land leases on its 2,000-acre property, in addition to federal and state grants. The CCAA is an independent special district pursuant to chapter 189, Florida Statutes, and operates in accordance with FAA requirements and guidelines. A 2022 economic impact study by the FDOT estimated that PGD is responsible for 11,319 jobs and $1.7 billion in total economic output. For more information, visit www.flypgd.com.

Contact:

Kaley Miller

Chief Marketing Officer

941.639.1101 ext 131