"Mr. LaManque brings over 35 years of aviation experience to his role as Kern County Director of Airports, a position he assumed in July 2025. Previously, he served as Senior Planner for the Virginia Department of Aviation, managing projects and budgets for 31 airports statewide, he has also held positions in Airport Operations and Business Development. Earlier in his career, he spent more than 20 years as a flight instructor and commercial pilot, including serving as a project pilot for NASA’s Langley Research Center. He holds a bachelor’s degree with a concentration in finance and real estate, an MBA, a Commercial Pilot’s License, an Advanced Ground Instructor Rating, and is a Certified Member of the American Association of Airport Executives."