Robin Hunt Email and Phone Number

Hunt Group Consultants, a specialized aviation consulting firm utilizing 15 years of dedicated service at the Federal Aviation Administration and over 19 years at the Department of Transportation's Office of Inspector General. Leveraging my Federal expertise and knowledge as a Certified Fraud Examiner, I'll help airports navigate the complex federal system, capitalize on funding opportunities, and ensure compliance. As an independent consultant, I can work independently with airports or partner with other firms to deliver comprehensive solutions. I am eager to reconnect with colleagues and friends at upcoming aviation conferences and explore opportunities to support airports and organizations in achieving their goals.My extensive network and experience enable me to provide expert guidance. Focus Areas:- Strategic airport capital improvement planning for optimal entitlement fund utilization under Airport Improvement Program (AIP) and Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL)- Navigating AIP, BIL, and Passenger Facility Charge application processes- Ensuring compliance with Federal grant assurances- Effective communication with the FAA to achieve client objectives- Staff training on FAA grant manage processes.You can reach me at:RHunt@HuntGroupConsultants.com925-984-3552

After 40 years of Federal Service I am retiring from the Federal Aviation Administration. I am grateful for all the experiences and wonderful people I have worked with over the years. It is truly a blessing to have such an enjoyable and challenging career with the Department of Transportation Office of Inspector General and the Federal Aviation Administration. The people I met and the programs I worked, were more then I every expected when I started my Federal career. I plan to do some traveling and start my own aviation consulting company. I really enjoy working in the aviation industry. I am just looking forward to more free time. I hope to see friends and colleges soon at one of the many aviation conferences.

As the Deputy Director, I am responsible for planning, direction, implementation and evaluation of all Office of Airports programs and projects in the Airports Division Western Pacific Region. This includes Part 139 safety and certification, airport and system planning, capacity management, environmental processing, financial programs (Airports Improvement Program and Passenger Facility Charge Program), noise programs and compliance requirements. In the absence of the executive Director, I assume full responsibility and authority for the operation of all Western Pacific Region Office of Airports programs. There are approximately 300 airports receiving around $500 million in AIP grants annually. The office has a staffing of about 72 professional and administrative staff located in the regional office and 4 Airport District Offices. As the Deputy Director, I regularly represent the FAA at airport conferences in the Western-Pacific Region. I work closely with other FAA lines of business, congressional staff, state and local officials, other federal agencies, union representatives and the public. I have served in three Senior Executive position details: Acting Deputy Associate Administrator for Airports, Acting Director Airport Compliance and Management Analysis and Acting Director Airport Planning and Programming.

Responsible for all FAA Airports Division programs for airports in Northern California and Nevada. This included all Airports Improvement Program (AIP) grants and Passenger Facility Charge program approvals, environmental reviews, planning documents and compliance. There are approximately 150 airports receiving around $150 million in AIP grants annually. The office has a staffing of 16 professional and administrative staff. I was responsible for oversight of Runway Safety Area improvements at 10 airports with an estimated cost over $400 million. As the ADO Manager, I also regularly represented the FAA at airport conferences in the Western-Pacific Region. I worked closely with congressional staff, other federal agencies, and the public. I also served in four Senior Executive position details: Acting Deputy Associate Administrator for Airports, Acting Deputy Director for Airport Planning and Programming (twice), and Acting Airports Division Manager for the Northwest Mountain Region.

Held a series of positions throughout my career including several Senior Executive and management positions including: Assistant Inspector General (AIG) for Aviation and Special Programs; Deputy AIG for Aviation and Special Programs; Deputy AIG for Hazmat, Security and Special Programs; and Director Aviation Security & Infrastructure/Regional Audit Manager. Responsible for preparing Congressional testimonies for the Inspector General, responding to Congressional inquiries, and audits of Department of Transportation Programs. These Programs primarily covered on Federal Aviation Administration Programs including aviation security and airport grant programs. I was also responsible for all the administrative functions of the Office with up to 90 staff, including (i) ensuring the timely completion of the Tactical Audit Plan, (ii) controlling over $500,000 in annual travel funds, and (iii) ensuring all professional staff met Government Auditing Standards training requirements. I held a TS clearance.