Executive Air Service allows access to communities served by more than 65 public use airports in Virginia, as well as over 5,000 public use airports in the United States. It is offered by the Virginia Department of Aviation, which is a state transportation agency that provides a range of flight and aviation communication services. The department focuses on economic development and promotes aviation awareness and education. The Virginia Department of Aviation provides financial assistance for airport development. It operates airport services, communications and education, flight operations and safety, and finance and administration divisions. Its airport services division provides technical assistance for various projects and issues, including the planning, design, construction and maintenance of airport facilities to airport sponsors and managers. The Virginia Department of Aviation is located in Richmond, Va.