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City of El Paso names Rachel Engeler as aviation director

The City of El Paso announced Rachel Engeler as the new Aviation Director for El Paso International Airport. She begins the role on October 26, 2026.

Where
El Paso, El Paso County
When
Oct. 16, 2026
Sources
Reported by 2 outlets

Counties: El Paso

Taxes and money

The sources don't state an effect on taxes. They do state these figures.

  • Annual operating budget$15.7 million1 2 Who pays or receives it: El Paso International Airport
  • Capital Improvement Program$100 million1 2 Who pays or receives it: El Paso International Airport

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  • Monday, October 26, 2026. Rachel Engeler begins role as Aviation Director (El Paso)1 2

Who's involved

  • Rachel Engelernew Aviation Director for El Paso International Airport
  • Dionne L. MackCity Manager

The facts

  • Engeler has over two decades of aviation experience.1 2 Stated by 2 sources
  • She worked as Assistant Airport Director at Green Bay Austin Straubel International Airport in Wisconsin.1
  • She worked at Dane County Regional Airport in Madison, Wisconsin.1
  • Engeler oversees the Aviation Department with more than 200 employees.1 2 Stated by 2 sources
  • The Aviation Department is responsible for airport operations, security, administration, development, facilities, air service, and real estate.1
  • Engeler holds a Master of Science in Organizational Change Management from University of Wisconsin-Platteville.1 2 Stated by 2 sources
  • She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Airport Management from University of North Dakota.1 2 Stated by 2 sources
  • She holds U.S. Airport Professional accreditation.1 2 Stated by 2 sources

Who said what

These are statements and claims made by the people involved. They are reported, not verified.

  • City Manager Dionne L. Mack Rachel brings experience, leadership, and strategic vision to guide El Paso International Airport.1 2

How they headlined it

The same event, as each outlet put it. Marked words appear in only one outlet's headline.

  • New aviation director named for El Paso International Airport

    KTSM 9 News

  • City names new El Paso airport aviation director

    KFOX

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  1. New aviation director named for El Paso International Airport KTSM 9 News Not rated, October 16, 2026
  2. City names new El Paso airport aviation director KFOX Not rated, October 16, 2026

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