Airport Authority
The purpose of the Carteret County – Beaufort Airport Authority is to manage the operation, maintenance and improvement of air services and facilities for the use, convenience, and benefit of the air traveling public. The Authority shall seek to improve the economy, safety, and welfare of Carteret County and shall promote the airport in the communities it serves.
Statutory Authorization: Senate Bill 186 / SL 2019-121
Member Specifications: 7 members
Term: 2 year
Compensation: None
Meeting Date: Fourth Thursday of the Month
Meeting Time: 6 p.m.
Meeting Place: Michael J. Smith Field, 180 Airport Road, Beaufort, NC 28516
*Meeting dates & locations subject to change
Members, Member Designations/Offices, Term Expiries
Charles “Bucky” Oliver, Town of Beaufort Appointment through August 31, 2026
Jesse Vinson, Treasurer through August 31, 2026
Randall Ramsey through August 31, 2026
James Falwell through August 31, 2026
Roy Graham, Vice-Chairman through August 31, 2026
Chris Chadwick, Chairman through August 31, 2026
Jimmy Farrington through August 31, 2025
Board Minutes
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2025
January 23, 2025
February 27, 2025
March 27, 2025
April 24, 2025
May 22, 2025
June 26, 2025
August 28, 2025
September 25, 2025
October 23, 2025
December 4, 2025