Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport general manager Ben DeCosta announced Monday he will leave his job running the world's busiest airport when his contract expires at the end of June.

DeCosta, who's managed the city of Atlanta-owned airport for 11 years, said in a statement it was time for a "change in direction" after talking to his wife.

"The time feels right to now move on to new challenges and pass the torch to someone else," he said.

Mayor Kasim Reed said in a statement he will conduct a national search for a replacement. DeCosta's contract is up on June 30.

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In this file photo from October 2024, Atlanta Braves outfielder Jorge Soler and teammates react after losing to the San Diego Padres 5-4 in San Diego. The Braves and Soler, who now plays for the Los Angeles Angels, face a lawsuit by a fan injured at a 2021 World Series game at Truist Park in Atlanta. (Jason Getz/AJC)

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