Fresno Airport Boss, Henry Thompson Passes Away

Fresno Airport Boss, Henry Thompson Passes Away

FRESNO, CA (KMJ) Fresno city hall announced the passing of Henry Thompson on Monday. “It is with great sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Henry L. Thompson, Director of Aviation for the City of Fresno.” The California native, with more than 35 years of aviation experience, was hired to run FYI in December 2021. He succeeded Kevin Meikle, who retired. Before arriving in Fresno, Thompson worked at San Francisco International, Minet…

Fresno airport director passes away

Fresno Yosemite International Airport leader Henry Thompson, 59, has passed away.  Fresno City Manager Georgeanne White announced Thompson’s death on Monday.  “On behalf of myself and Mayor Dyer, we extend our heartfelt condolences to Henry’s family, friends, and colleagues during this difficult time,” White said in a statement.  White did not reveal the cause of death.  Henry became Fresno’s Director of Aviation in 2021 after over three decades…

Fresno Airport Director Henry Thompson Dies. He Led Major Expansion

Fresno’s airport director, Henry L. Thompson died, the city said in a news release Monday. “It is with great sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Henry L. Thompson, director of aviation for the city of Fresno,” City Manager Georgeanne White said. “On behalf of myself and Mayor (Jerry) Dyer, we extend our heartfelt condolences to Henry’s family, friends and colleagues during this difficult time.” The city did not list a cause of dea…