Regulations and Government
Senate Measure Would Link FBO Pricing To Airport Grants
A Senate measure would require full disclosure of FBO chains on pricing and mandate reasonable fees.
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In a move that continues an ongoing dispute between pilots and FBOs and airports, the Senate has included a provision in its version of the comprehensive FAA reauthorization bill that would tie pricing and disclosures for fuel and other services to Airport Improvement Program fund grant assurances.

The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) has long pushed for full disclosure of FBO pricing and has contended actions taken by FBOs on that front have not gone far enough. Further, AOPA has urged Congress to mandate airports to provide ramp space for aircraft that do not need services without having to pay FBO fees.

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