API Appulingam, P.E., A.A.E.
About API Appulingam, P.E., A.A.E.
API Appulingam serves as the Chief Development Officer at Philadelphia International Airport, where he has worked since 2024. He has extensive experience in aviation engineering and project management, having held various roles at RS&H and PHL over the past two decades.
Work at Philadelphia International Airport
API Appulingam serves as the Chief Development Officer at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) since 2024. In this role, he oversees a multi-billion dollar program focused on infrastructure improvements at both Philadelphia International Airport and Northeast Philadelphia Airport. His responsibilities include managing capital development projects and bringing innovation to airfield, terminal, and roadway projects. He was previously the Deputy Director of Aviation, Capital Development at PHL from 2019 to 2024, where he contributed to various architectural, engineering, environmental, planning, and sustainability initiatives.
Education and Expertise
API Appulingam holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Corporate Finance from the University of Dallas, which he completed from 2010 to 2012. He also earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Civil Engineering from Texas A&M University, studying from 2000 to 2004. He is a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) and holds the Accredited Airport Executive (A.A.E.) designation, reflecting his expertise in aviation and airport management.
Background in Aviation Engineering
API Appulingam has extensive experience in aviation engineering, having worked at RS&H in various capacities from 2005 to 2019. His roles included Aviation Engineer, Senior Aviation Engineer/Project Manager, and Philadelphia Office Leader. During this time, he was involved in significant projects in the Greater Philadelphia Area and the Dallas/Fort Worth Area. His work at RS&H included responsibilities for project management and engineering solutions tailored to aviation infrastructure.
Achievements in Airport Development
API Appulingam has played a key role in several notable projects at Philadelphia International Airport. He was involved in the Taxiway P Realignment Project, which received the NEC-AAAE Airfield Project of the Year Award. His contributions to the airport's development have focused on enhancing operational efficiency and sustainability, showcasing his commitment to advancing airport infrastructure.