Administration and Finance

Revenue Diversion

Revenue Diversion

Generally speaking, revenue generated by the airport, must stay with the airport. The basis of the US civil aviation system is founded upon the principle … Read More

Developing an Operating Budget

Developing An Operating Budget

Basics A budget is “the amount of money that is available for, required for, or assigned to a particular purpose“.[1]https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/budget For an airport, the operating … Read More

Airport Lease Agreements

Airport Lease Agreements

Leases are contracts between parties to provide access to land, property, or a service from one party to another for a specified time period and … Read More

Your Complete Guide to Airport Finances

Airport Finances

Airports in the United States are designed to be self-sustaining entities. The origins of civil aviation in the US laid the foundation for users of … Read More

Grant Assurance 1 - General Federal Requirements

Grant Assurance 1 – General Federal Requirements

As stated in Grant Assurances, the Airport Sponsor accepts the obligations and conditions of the Federal government in exchange for either property or money (Airport … Read More

GRANT ASSURANCES

Grant Assurances

Grant assurances are a method the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulates and controls locally owned airports to ensure a return on their investment. By accepting … Read More