Research Guides: Airport Statistics: Landing Fees

Airport Landing Fees

"A per plane charge for use of the airfield, typically assessed based on the 1000-lb maximum gross landed weight of the aircraft." - ACRP Report 36

The following resources can be used to help locate airport landing fees.

(CATS) Certification Activity Tracking System
A web-based application serving as a central location for gathering and disseminating congressionally-mandated, airport financial information. The website makes available the airport financial reports of approximately 520 airports that have filed reports since 1996.
1. Select airport using name or airport code menu, and year.
2. Under “View Form 126,” click Screen to view payments made to governmental entities.
3. Under View Form 127,” click Screen to view revenue and expenses. Landing Fees appear under “Aeronautical Operating Revenue.”

ATRS Global Airport Benchmarking Reports
These reports measure, compare, and examine airport operations including productivity and efficiency, unit costs and cost competitiveness, financial results, and airport charges.