Airport Management and Operations
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What is a common concern for FBOs and SASOs at an airport?

  • Managing aircraft maintenance and repairs
  • Providing charter operations for private clients
  • Complying with airport minimum standards
  • Ensuring a level playing field with other service providers (correct)
  • What is a benefit of charter operators to an airport operator?

  • They only operate under Part 91
  • They only provide cargo transportation services
  • They bring an extraordinary level of activity to the airport (correct)
  • They provide scheduled commercial flights
  • What type of operators conduct non-scheduled commercial flight operations?

  • Fixed-Fleet Operators (correct)
  • Scheduled Airline Operators
  • Jet Card Operators
  • Ride-Sharing Operators
  • How do clients typically secure flights with Fixed-Fleet Operators?

    <p>By contacting the fleet operator directly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of pricing schemes offered by charter operators?

    <p>They are similar to ride-sharing or shared airplane use</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common characteristic of private aircraft operators?

    <p>They operate smaller aircraft, such as single-engine or light-twin engine aircraft.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a benefit of having private aircraft operators at an airport?

    <p>They can be strong allies of the airport director.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do private aircraft operators desire in terms of facilities?

    <p>Affordable hangar and tie-down facilities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do private fuel farms affect FBO profitability?

    <p>They reduce profitability.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common activity among private aircraft operators?

    <p>Spend their off-time 'hanging out' at their hangar.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common feature of private aircraft operators' storage facilities?

    <p>Small hangars, such as t-hangars or Porta-Ports.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do air carriers prefer to use contract fuel providers?

    <p>To have more flexibility in their operations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What standard provides guidance for the safe storage and distribution of jet fuel at airports?

    <p>ATA Specification 103</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do corporate operators desire to own their fuel farm?

    <p>To have better control over their operations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the benefits of using a third-party fuel provider for air carriers?

    <p>Increased flexibility in operations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the concerns of corporate operators at the airport?

    <p>Security and protection of intellectual capital</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of operators often have a strong desire to own their fuel farm?

    <p>Corporate aircraft operators</p> Signup and view all the answers

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