Why is the Houston Airport System involved in international airport projects abroad while struggling at home?

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While the Houston Airport System has faced heavy criticism and questions focused on the inability to get its international terminal up and running, the airport system’s previous leadership does have a track record of getting international terminals to operate smoothly, only not here in Houston, as KPRC 2 Investigates is exposing.

KPRC 2 Investigates uncovered a news article touting former Aviation Director Mario Diaz’s meeting with airport officials in Barranquilla, Colombia, as a representative of HASDC. The former airport director has no relationship to HASDC is a tiny corporation consisting of three employees. They also have a Board of Directors, with the Houston Airport System Aviation Director serving as Chairman of the Board.to assist governments of developing countries connect their economies to global markets by helping to create best-in-class airports, in order to enhance the lives of their citizens.

“I hope we do a full audit of his job responsibilities, where the money comes from, and also what is the benefit to the Houston airport,” said Mayor Whitmire.KPRC 2 Investigates also obtained city emails showing airport executives doing work for HASDC while employed by the city. HASDC’s website states they are “affiliated” with the Houston Airport System but have no legal or financial responsibilities.

 

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