McFarlane tells CHSJ News it is an honour to helm the board as growing the airport was one of his major projects when he was mayor.
One of the first things he wants to improve is the first impression people get at the airport as well as renaming the facility to "The Saint John International Airport."
He believes the international moniker would attract more customers.
He adds the board is also seeing if the land around the airport is viable for future development.
