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Clinton National Airport Names Suzanne Peyton Executive Director After Unanimous Board Vote

The internal promotion seeks to steady the Little Rock airport following recent turnover in the top job.

Overview

  • The airport commission voted Thursday morning to appoint Peyton, with all members in favor.
  • She has overseen properties, planning and development at Clinton National Airport since 2021.
  • Peyton’s background is in engineering, including early-career work as an aviation project engineer at Garver.
  • The executive director position opened in September when Steven Baker resigned after about a year in the role.
  • Baker succeeded Bryan Malinowski, who was killed when federal agents raided his home after he was suspected of multiple gun charges, increasing public scrutiny of airport leadership.