May 2025

MEDIA RELEASE For more information, contact: May 29, 2025 Shaquil Manigault rfd@chartwell-agency.com 815.282.9976 ROCKFORD, Ill. (May 29, 2025) – The Greater Rockford Airport Authority (GRAA) Board of Commissioners proudly recognizes Paul R. Cicero for his 12 years of dedicated leadership as Chairman of the Board and welcomes Mike Schablaske as the newly appointed Chairman.  During Cicero’s tenure, the Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) experienced significant growth in both passenger service and cargo operations, strengthening its position as a global transportation leader. Key accomplishments to note: RFD was

If you’re planning to travel for Memorial Day weekend, you’re not alone—TSA is predicting record-breaking numbers, with over 3 million passengers expected to fly, marking a nearly 2% increase from 2024. As more travelers take to the skies, airports across the country are expected to be busier than usual. Planning ahead and choosing a convenient airport like Chicago Rockford International Airport can help you avoid the stress and long lines that often come with peak holiday travel. Unlike larger, more congested