The department provides infrastructure, financial resources and expertise to ensure a safe and efficient air transportation system. It registers airports and aircraft and is responsible for a Statewide Capital Improvement Program in coordination with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and federally funded public use airports around the state. The seven-member Aviation Board is appointed by the governor and provides policy oversight for the agency. It is the modal committee for the Connect Oregon program.​ The Department of Aviation has 15 staff members. ​​

Address: ​ 3040 25th St. SE, Salem 97302

Phone: 503-378-4880

Email: mail.aviation@odav.oregon.gov

Administrative Rules Coordinator: See Contact List for Aviation​
Public Information Officer: Kristen Forest ​

Statutory Authority: ORS 835.100