Community Leadership

Van Aire Board of Directors

Meet the individuals helping support and guide the Van Aire Skyport community.

Community Leadership

Meet the Van Aire Board of Directors

The Van Aire Corporation Board of Directors exists to ethically, efficiently, effectively, and legally implement the Corporation’s Vision and Mission on behalf of the collective corporate membership.  The Van Aire Skyport Corporation mission is to maintain the community’s aircraft runway and runway environment (common area) to provide Corporation Members with a safe, non-commercial, residential airport facility on which they may reside and pursue their passion for owning and operating private aircraft affordably in safety and security.

VASC Board

2026 Van Aire Skyport Corportation Board of Directors

President

👥 Eli McKee

(Member at Large)

Term Expires at end of 2027

Vice President

👥 D.J. Hernandez

(Block 1A Representative)

Term expires at end of 2026

Block 1B Representative

👥 Maureen Bendure

Term expires at end of 2027

Block 2A Representative

👥 Tom Edwards

(Block 2A Representative)

Term expires at end of 2026

Block 2B Representative

👥 Tom Alexander

(Block2B Representative)

Term expires at end of 2027

VASC Officers

Van Aire Skyport Corporation Officers

Board President

👥 Eli McKee (Term expires at end of 2027)

📧 president@vanaire.org

Presides over board meetings; implements all actions and resolutions of the board; signs all documents relevant to board actions; co-signs all checks and promissory notes; prepares annual budget; provides leadership and guidance for community planning, resident coordination, and long-term community initiatives.

(Voting board member)

Board Vice President

👥 D.J. Hernandez

📧 vice-president@vanaire.org

Provides leadership support and guidance for community planning, resident coordination, and long-term community initiatives.

Term expires at the end of 2026.
*Must be a voting board member

Secretary

📄 Charles Elliston

📧 secretary@vanaire.org

Publishes meeting notifications and agendas; records and publishes draft and final meeting minutes; publishes board communications with the membership; and documents board policies.

(non voting board officer)

Treasurer

💰 Jeanette Vyduna

📧 treasurer@vanaire.org

Supports budgeting, financial oversight, and community operational planning for Van Aire Skyport.

(non voting board officer)

Airport Manager

🛩 Jim Vyduna

📧 airport-manager@vanaire.org

Supports airport coordination, resident communication, and daily operational oversight for the Van Aire Skyport community.

(non voting board officer)

Web Administrator

🛩Charles Elliston

📧 support@vanaire.org

Assists with Website administration, maintenance, and support for the Van Aire Skyport community website.

(non voting board officer)

Board Responsibilities

Supporting the Van Aire Community

The Van Aire Community Board helps oversee important aspects of the residential airpark environment, supporting both community living and aviation operations throughout the neighborhood.

📋 Community Planning

Supports community improvements, neighborhood coordination, and long-term planning efforts that help maintain the quality and character of Van Aire Skyport.

🛩 Airport Operations

Helps coordinate airport-related communication, operational awareness, and general support for the residential airpark environment.

🤝 Resident Coordination

Encourages communication and collaboration between residents, visitors, and community leadership to support a welcoming neighborhood atmosphere.

📡 Safety & Communication

Supports the sharing of important updates, operational information, and community notices to help maintain a safe and informed environment.

Community Governance

Preserving the Character of Van Aire

Van Aire Skyport is built around a shared commitment to responsible residential aviation living, community cooperation, and maintaining a safe airport environment for residents and visitors alike.

Through communication, shared responsibility, and ongoing community involvement, the Van Aire Community Board helps support the long-term preservation of the airpark, neighborhood standards, and the unique aviation lifestyle that defines the community.

The goal is to maintain a welcoming, respectful, and well-managed environment where aviation and everyday living work together naturally.

  • ✈️ Supporting Safe Airport Operations
  • 🏡 Preserving Residential Community Standards
  • 🤝 Encouraging Resident Involvement
  • 📡 Maintaining Clear Communication & Coordination
Van Aire Skyport - Neighborhood
Sunset over Van Aire Skyport

Get In Touch

Have Questions?

Contact the Van Aire community for additional information regarding the residential airpark and aviation lifestyle.