CLEvolution: Inside Cleveland’s $1.6B Airport Transformation

In this episode of The AviationPros Podcast host Joe Petrie sits down with Bryant Francis, Director of Port Control for the City of Cleveland, to explore CLEvolution — the bold, $1.6 billion modernization campaign at Cleveland Hopkins International Airport. As CLE marks its 100th anniversary, Francis shares how the airport is evolving to meet the needs of today’s travelers, attract local business engagement, and compete with peer airports across the Midwest. From sustainability and design to operational phasing and economic impact, this conversation delivers powerful insights for aviation leaders shaping the future of infrastructure.