READING, Pa. – On Thursday, the Berks County Commissioners paid special recognition to Zackary J. Tempesco, Reading Regional Airport Director, for becoming accredited as an airport executive.
The commissioners invited Tempesco to their weekly meeting to report on the 2026 Aviation Council of Pennsylvania Annual Conference, which is currently being held in Reading.
Tempesco said that, to his knowledge, this is the first time that Reading has hosted the conference.
“We’re expecting 1,500 students and guests to come out and visit the airport with us, and we’re happy to have them as part of our aviation expo,” Tempesco said.
“The conference itself has many seminars and things, and we’re really happy to have everybody here in our community,” he added.
Commissioner Christian Y. Leinbach said the commissioners are excited about the conference being held in Reading and connected to the Reading Regional Airport.
“But we also wanted to take an opportunity to recognize you for earning the great distinction of Accredited Airport Executive,” Leinbach said.
“That is quite an achievement and ranks you among the elite in airport leadership circles. Through the successful completion of this accreditation process, a whole new array of opportunities await you within the national organization,” he added,
“With accreditation comes a measure of responsibility, and those who aspire to follow in your footsteps would benefit greatly from your support and mentorship,” Leinbach explained.
“I know the process was long and arduous, but the effort will certainly return rewards in your career,” he remarked.
Leinbach noted that Tempesco is a graduate of Fleetwood High School and received his private pilot’s license at the former Kutztown Airport.