R.I. Gen. Laws § 1-2-1: Powers of the president and CEO of the Rhode Island airport corporation.

(a) The president and CEO has supervision over the state airport at Warwick and any other airports constructed or operated by the state. The president and CEO shall enforce the provisions of this chapter. Furthermore, the president and CEO is authorized to promulgate rules and regulations for the safe and efficient operation of airports, airport facilities, and grounds.

(b) As used in this chapter:

(1) “Airport corporation” means the Rhode Island airport corporation.

(2) “President and CEO” means the president and CEO of the Rhode Island airport corporation.