Puneet Vedi, A.A.E. Earns Professional Airport Accreditation

Joins elite group of airport executives who have completed all requirements of 70-year-old program

Alexandria, Va. (April 29, 2025) – Puneet Vedi, A.A.E., Vice President, Capital Development, Nashville International Airport® (BNA®), Nashville, TN, has been awarded the distinction of Accredited Airport Executive (A.A.E.) by the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE).

To qualify for his distinction, Puneet had to successfully complete three phases of the accreditation process: (1) pass a 180-item multiple-choice examination, (2) fulfill a writing requirement, and (3) demonstrate, in the final interview by a panel of A.A.E.s, his knowledge of airport management, business administration, and general transportation economics. Puneet’s achievement attests to his ability to meet these stringent requirements and his experience in management functions at a public airport.

By fulfilling all the requirements leading to the title of Accredited Airport Executive, Puneet joins a select group of individuals who have earned the designation in the seven decades of the accreditation program’s existence. At present, fewer than six percent of AAAE’s members throughout the country are active accredited airport executives.

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ABOUT AAAE: Founded in 1928, AAAE is the world's largest professional organization representing the individuals who work at public-use commercial and general aviation airports. AAAE's 10,000 plus members represent more than 850 airports as well as hundreds of companies and organizations that support the airport industry. Headquartered in Alexandria, Va., AAAE serves its membership through results oriented representation in Washington, D.C. and delivers a wide range of industry services and professional development opportunities, including training, conferences, and a highly respected accreditation program.