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The Oregon Department of Aviation (ODAV) is a state agency with a small team of about 15 full-time employees. The department consists of four different divisions that allow the agency to operate as efficiently as possible.

Main Office

Oregon Department of Aviation
3040 25th Street SE
SalemOR 97302

 Telephone (503) 378-4880 Phone

 Telephone (503) 373-1688 FAX

 Email ODAV 

Hours of Operation: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM 

Director

Responsible for overseeing and guiding aviation policy, airport management, and aviation-related economic development within the state of Oregon. The director ensures the safe, efficient, and sustainable operation of the state's aviation infrastructure while fostering collaboration with public and private stakeholders.

Kenji Sugahara

Director
(503) 378-4880
Kenji.SUGAHARA@odav.oregon.gov

Airports and Operations

Responsible for managing and maintaining the state's 28 public-use airports, ensuring they effectively serve diverse community and pilot needs across Oregon. This includes overseeing land leases, aviation fuel services, airfield safety and coordinating with tenants.

Anthony Beach

State Airports Manager
(503) 378-2523
Anthony.BEACH@odav.oregon.gov

Kevin Olsen

Airport Leasing & Contracts
(503) 387-4888
Kevin.j.OLSEN@odav.oregon.gov

Marlin Pilcher

Maintenance Specialist
(503) 378-2211
Marlin.PILCHER@odav.oregon.gov

Don Richcreek

Operations Specialist
(503) 378-4176
Don.RICHCREEK@odav.oregon.gov

Gerry Sturis

Maintenance Specialist
(503) 378-2531
Gerry.STURIS@odav.oregon.gov

Christian Berge

Airport Programs Specialist
(503) 378-4486
Christian.BERGE@odav.oregon.gov

Finance and Administration

Provides essential support services, ensuring the agency operates efficiently and effectively. This team manages budgeting, financial oversight, public outreach, aircraft registration, and administrative coordination.

Kristen Forest

Finance & Administration Manager
(503) 378-2522
Kristen.R.FOREST@odav.oregon.gov

Gerri Cheshire

Registration Specialist
(503) 378-4880
Gerri.L.CHESHIRE@odav.oregon.gov

Alexis Morris

Marketing & Admin. Specialist
(503) 507-6965
Alexis.MORRIS@odav.oregon.gov

Lisa Sardinha

Aviation Accounts Specialist
(503) 378-5480
Lisa.SARDINHA@odav.oregon.gov

Planning and Programs

Oversees airport development, pavement maintenance, capital improvements, aviation grants, and land use regulations to support a safe and efficient aviation system. By collaborating with the FAA and managing statewide initiatives, the division ensures Oregon’s airports remain well-maintained, compliant, and strategically developed for future growth.

Alex Thomas

Planning, Policy, & Programs Manager
(971) 375-2357
Alex.R.THOMAS@odav.oregon.gov

Andria Abrahamson

Program & Policy Coordinator
(503) 302-3645
Andria.ABRAHAMSON@odav.oregon.gov

Ermie Buncal

Programs & Contracts Coordinator
(503) 302-9262
Ermie.M.BUNCAL@odav.oregon.gov

Brandon Pike

Aviation Planner
(971) 372-1339
Brandon.PIKE@odav.oregon.gov