Dwight Wellwood (DJ) with SP Plus Corporation was nominated by a PDX traveler:

"Wow! I am impressed with DJ. We were in long term parking, and he was the shuttle driver. DJ was super friendly. He greeted everyone with a genuine smile and a big hello, then proactively helped people with their bags.

We travel often and have never had a driver like DJ. It really starts off the trip right with great energy and a positive experience!"

FOD can come from almost anywhere, so everyone who works on the airfield has a role in preventing it.

When you're walking or driving on the ramp, take a moment to look ahead and scan your surroundings. If you see FOD and it is safe to do so, pick it up.

Reporting is key. If you notice the same type of debris repeatedly or see a condition that could generate FOD, report it. Reporting helps identify recurring problems and address them before they become incidents.

Every FOD report contributes to long-term trend analysis. Over time, those insights can help reduce operational disruptions, prevent equipment damage and minimize injury risk.

To report a safety concern, visit flypdx.com/sms.

Curious about the process behind Kate Newby’s “The Sound of Trees,” a 75-foot-long ceramic tile installation near the D/E exit lanes? The fascinating project is documented from start to finish in an exhibition now on display in the PDX Art Gallery. As you’ll see, Newby collected interesting leaves from sidewalks all around Portland, carefully pressing them onto the surface of the clay. She also held a community glass foraging event in Portland, melting the pieces into the glaze of the mural. Some tiles even contain melted glass from the windows of the airport’s original site, carrying fragments of the building’s own history into the present. As Newby shared, “I think the melted glass in the final mural is one of the most magical moments. Something that was once discarded has been transformed into a tiny piece of light.”

a new route and build demand. "Establishing this connection is about bringing new visitors, expanding market access and cementing Oregon’s position as a world-class destination to explore and do business," Curtis Robinhold, Executive Director of the Port of Portland, said. "We’re grateful for Travel Oregon’s investment in our vision and look forward to introducing more travelers to Oregon’s unmatched hospitality."

Recently, our friends at Orlando International Airport (MCO) unveiled their America 250 Showcase, a unique exhibit bringing together airports from across the nation. Our contribution? A friendly therapy llama of course!