Meet other co-workers and engage in new activities. If you are interested in participating or leading an AEG at PHL/PNE, email your idea(s) to [email protected]. 

GoldPros (Resources and encouragement for women over 40): 

For information on upcoming GoldPros events and to join, email [email protected].

PHLight Club (For men over 40 + allies)

Young Professionals in Business Aviation (YoPros)

YoPros are employees 40 and under interested in networking and connecting with other young professionals. Co-chairs are Amy Liu from Capital Development and Latia White from HR/Training. For more information on how to join, email [email protected].

Unity and Community + Allies

Luncheon — Wednesday, April 1, 11am – 1 pm, IP2, Suite 400 – Executive Conference Rooms (4514 – 4516) 

Join us as we celebrate the end of Ramadan. All are welcome! For more information or to join Unity and Community, contact [email protected] or [email protected]

Enjoy the conversation on building good habits and breaking bad ones through small, consistent improvements. 

Book: Atomic Habits by James Clear 

Meeting Schedule: 

April 1, 12pm-1pm | IP2, 4th Floor, Room 4509 & Microsoft Teams

April 15, 12pm-1pm | IP2, 4th Floor, Room 4509 & Microsoft Teams

Kyle Lank — Airport Treasury Manager

The Department of Aviation is committed to supporting the continued growth and development of our employees. In accordance with Civil Service Regulation 22.09 (Educational and Training Leaves) and Civil Service Regulation 26.01 (Training of Employees), the Department of Aviation offers a Tuition Reimbursement Program to support employees pursuing professional and academic development.
The program may cover up to 100% of tuition costs for approved programs, including:

• Undergraduate and graduate degrees
• Professional memberships
• Professional licenses and certifications

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be a Department of Aviation employee for at least one year
• Must be in good standing on your performance evaluation
• Must have a recommendation from your supervisor

Employees interested in applying or learning more about the process are encouraged to contact the Training & Development team.
Email: [email protected] for questions or to begin the application process.

Mandatory KultureCity Sensory Inclusion Training

Deadline: May 17, 2026

Become a Sensory Inclusive City Employee by completing the KultureCity Sensory Inclusion Training. This training provides a better understanding of sensory processing and equips City employees with tools to better serve residents with sensory needs.

This training is mandatory for City employees and must be completed before the May 17, 2026 deadline. Please use the QR Code on the flyer or below to complete the training.

After completing the training, employees must submit their certificate of completion to [email protected] to receive credit for the training.
For questions or assistance, please contact [email protected].

LinkedIn Learning

April 7, 9, & 16

Discover LinkedIn Learning! 
Join us for a relaxed, engaging session where we’ll explore how LinkedIn Learning can support your growth, sharpen your skills, and make professional development feel effortless. Come join us with good conversation, bring your lunch, and enjoy a guided walk-through of the platform—perfect for beginners and curious learners alike. 

Microsoft Excel 2

April 8

Excel 2 course builds on the basic skills acquired in an introductory Excel course. It aims to deepen users’ understanding and mastery of the program, focusing on more advanced features and functions. 

Microsoft Excel 3

April 22

Excel 3 is an advanced-level course designed for users who are ready to take their data skills to the next level. This session focuses on powerful tools and techniques such as advanced formulas, data validation, PivotTables, conditional functions, and data analysis features. 

Motivational Leadership

April 29

Great leadership doesn’t just happen—it’s developed with intention. This engaging program is designed to build confident, self-aware, and effective leaders who can inspire teams, drive performance, and navigate challenges with clarity and purpose.   With Motivational Leadership: Discover how to inspire others by tapping into both intrinsic and extrinsic motivators.  

Thursday, April 16, 2026, from 11am to 12pm

This Workshop will be offered both in person at IP2 (4th Floor, Conference Room F) or virtually via Microsoft Teams. Contact Michael McCool at [email protected] for the link. 

New Employee Orientation

April 13-14 & April 27-18 | International Plaza, Suite 325, HR Training Room

New Employee Orientation will be held for two days for administrative staff (non-shift workers). New employees will also have the opportunity to tour the airport and complete PHL WORKS training.

Notifications to new employees will be communicated by Department of Aviation’s Human Resources and Training & Development units. If you have additional questions or have an employee that needs to attend, please contact [email protected].  

Monthly Tech Tip: Restart Your Computer Regularly

Many computer issues can be resolved with a simple restart. Restarting your computer helps clear temporary files, refresh system processes, and allows important updates to install properly.

• Improves overall system performance
• Helps resolve slow applications or freezing
• Ensures security and system updates are applied
• Refreshes network and system connections

A good habit is to restart your computer at least once a week to keep everything running smoothly. If you continue to experience issues after restarting, please contact the IT Helpdesk for assistance.
 

Project Spotlight: 

Data Analytics Intake Process

IT delivered a preliminary intake process for Data Analytics requests to help structure how departments submit and evaluate analytics-related needs. This process establishes an initial framework for capturing requests and ensuring proper review and prioritization as the City continues expanding its data capabilities. 

Fleet Communications Device Upgrade

Wireless communication devices (walkie talkies) used by maintenance teams were programmed and upgraded to replace aging units and ensure reliable communication for field operations. While the project is now closed, related tasks will continue as part of routine maintenance and upkeep. For assistance or additional information, please contact the Helpdesk Portal. 

Mercury Is Live

Mercury officially launched on February 23, 2026. Thank you to everyone who helped make the deployment a success. Please bookmark Mercury for daily use: https://mercury.phl.org (Power BI is available in the bottom-right corner of the homepage.)

Reminder: APMS moved to read-only status on February 20 and no longer accepts new entries.
Need Help?

• Contact your manager
• Submit a ticket in the Helpdesk Portal (include “Mercury” in the description)
• Call the helpdesk at 215-937-4357

Training materials remain available on the Mercury Training page.

Quick Links

Helpdesk Portal– Submit support tickets
IT Service Catalog– Request hardware, software, or services
IT FAQ Sheet– Answers to common IT questions

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