Massport Will Select New Voice of Logan Airport
The competition will name a winner on November 5 to provide the official overhead announcement voice.
Updated on Sept. 28, 2026 in Air Travel
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Massport is holding a public competition to find the new voice of Logan Airport. With the deadline approaching on October 4, 2026, the project seeks a candidate who truly embodies the spirit of Boston.
Why it matters
The airport is searching for a unique orator to represent the city of Boston to millions of travelers annually. Organizers hope the new voice will enhance the airport experience by connecting directly with the local culture.
The competition has received 3,225 audition applications from across Massachusetts. A selection committee will ultimately narrow the field to five finalists before the public vote begins.
The players
Massport
Massport is the quasi-public agency that owns and operates Logan International Airport in Boston.
Ben Affleck
Ben Affleck is an actor, filmmaker, and Massachusetts native who submitted an audition recording for the competition.
Boston Bruins
The Boston Bruins are a professional NHL hockey team based in Boston whose players submitted audition recordings.
Beth Germano
Beth Germano is a prominent local journalist who participated in the competition by submitting an audition recording.
The details
Notable figures including Boston Bruins players, Ben Affleck, and Beth Germano have submitted audition recordings for consideration. A committee will vet these entries before opening the final round to public voting on the official website.
Timeline
Monday, Sept. 21, 2026: 3,225 applications received.
Oct. 4, 2026: Audition deadline at midnight.
Oct. 24, 2026: Public voting begins.
Oct. 28, 2026: Public voting ends.
Nov. 5, 2026: Winning entry announced.
Roadmap
The transition away from generic, synthesized airport announcements reflects a broader industry trend toward creating localized passenger experiences. This move marks a departure from standard public address systems by prioritizing regional brand identity within transit hubs.
Travelers should prepare to hear a familiar or fresh local voice during their future arrivals and departures at Logan Airport. Voters can participate in the selection process by casting their ballots on the competition website during the late October window.
The takeaway
This competition offers a unique opportunity for citizens to shape the atmosphere of a major local infrastructure hub. Residents looking to participate should monitor the website as the transition from audition phase to public voting approaches in late October.
What happens next
The selection committee will announce five finalists following the October 4 submission deadline, with public voting occurring from October 24 through October 28, 2026.
Further reading
Learn more about the latest updates at Boston Air Travel.
More information
Submit your vote or review competition criteria on the Voice of Logan competition website.
Source note: This article includes information reported by CBS News.
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