Airport Management
FBO Operations
Property Development
Revenue Enhancement Strategies
American Airports Corporation
2425 Olympic Boulevard, Suite 650 East
Santa Monica, California 90404
(310) 752-0555  FAX (310) 752-0570
www.americanairports.com
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American Airports Corporation (“AAC”) is a highly experienced operator and
manager of public airports and fixed base operation (FBO) facilities. Founded in 1997 and
headquartered in Santa Monica, California, AAC is one of the largest general aviation
airport management companies in the United States. AAC also develops and owns
individual aviation and FBO facilities. We manage a combined network of 5 airports and 1
FBO, with the airport operations of over 430,000 per year, and manage over 1,500 tenants
at airports ranging from Primary Reliever, to uncontrolled fields. Since December 2000,
AAC has successfully operated and managed all of the Los Angeles County owned Airports
on behalf of the County of Los Angeles, California. The most recent addition is our
operation at Clinton National Airport, where we have just completed over $30,000,000 in
new capital improvements, which added 14 new employees, while creating additional jobs
in the area as a result of this new development.
With annual revenues in excess of $20 Million, and an experienced airport management
team, AAC is well qualified to provide comprehensive management, operations,
development and maintenance services. The uniqueness of our size, and that we are an
American-owned and headquartered company, allow for all key personnel in the firm to be
familiar with, and closely involved in, the development decisions of each project, as well as
for unprecedented responsiveness to customer needs.
American Airports Corporation provides high-quality management and operations
assistance (including security & safety), marketing, business development and land
development services to airports in the Continental United States. Our mission is quality
service, promotion of aviation and the enhancement of Airports or aviation assets.
Unparalleled Competence and Expertise
The professionals associated with AAC are experts in working with airport operators in
developing creative and innovative public/private partnerships for the management,
operation and development of airports and FBOs.
American Airports Corporation recognizes that each airport presents unique challenges, as
well as exceptional opportunities. It requires experience, creativity and innovation to
structure an appropriate plan for each airport. The following are a few of the benefits and
services as well as management philosophy that AAC’s thoughtful planning can provide:
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Lower costs to airport owner. AAC’s innovative management practices and crossutilization of employees result in increased efficiency (and as a result, lower costs)
in the existing aviation operations, such as terminals, hangar rentals, tie-downs,
storage facilities, fixed base operations, management of control tower operations,
and other aviation-related services.
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Increased revenues. As a result of lower costs, increased net income can be used to
modernize facilities and improve infrastructure, resulting in increased revenues.
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Increased tax revenues from development of underutilized land. One of the primary
benefits AAC provides is the professional creation and execution of a plan for the
development of underutilized airport land. This will increase jobs in the region and
create new taxable revenue streams from sales tax, employment tax and property
taxes. Development opportunities include, but are not limited to:
o Renovation and construction of new terminals, hangars and storage facilities
o Master planning, ground leasing and development of hotels, office buildings,
retail facilities, industrial parks, storage facilities, etc.
o Development of golf courses, parks and other recreational facilities
o Leasing land for agricultural uses where appropriate
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Private and government financing. AAC can provide, or assist airport owners in
securing, private financing for the development of new airport facilities, as well as
the renovation of existing facilities. We are also experts in obtaining and
administering FAA, Federal, State and local grants.
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Value enhancement. An improved image of an airport and, consequently, the
surrounding areas, will attract new development in the community. This brings new
jobs and new sources of taxable revenue.
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Improved user satisfaction. Upgraded facilities and increased efficiencies will lead to
higher user satisfaction, which generates additional uses, creating a more profitable
operation.
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Success for public officials and airport authority. A properly structured
public/private partnership will be viewed as a success for elected officials and the
airport authority. This success will come, in part, from increased revenues for the
airport, improved image for the region, increased property tax base, as well as
“perks” for the region, such as parks and recreational sports complexes.
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Airport Operation. Team members of AAC are recognized leaders in bringing
airports into compliance with required Federal regulations, and providing model
operating manuals and compliance with the rapidly growing security requirements
of aviation facilities.
Airport Management
AAC operates safe airports in compliance with Federal, State, local laws, and is responsive
in dealing with noise and community relations. AAC has instituted safety and security
training at all the Los Angeles County airports. AAC has expertise in general aviation and
uses industry best practices gained from experiences at other airports and business
operations. Airport users and neighbors will gain an airport operator that is experienced
and without any disruption in quality service or needing a steep learning curve.
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Fixed Base Operator Development & Management
AAC has over twenty-six years of experience in operating state-of-the-art FBO facilities. Our
unmatched industry-leading customer service sets AAC apart from our competitors. AAC
Supermarine FBOs are admired as the finest in the industry. We are dedicated in delivering
the highest quality of customer service in the friendliest most professional manner
possible. AAC accomplishes this mission through detailed attention to our customers
needs and requirement while providing services in a safe and secure environment.
Financial Capabilities
AAC is an established, reputable airport management firm with a solid balance sheet,
strong banking relationships and credit facilities. AAC’s management combined has 145
years of aviation experience. AAC’s continuity and longevity of its excellent working
relationship with the County of Los Angeles demonstrates that AAC can fulfill all
contractual obligations.
Since taking over the management and operations of the Los Angeles County Airport
System in 2000, American Airports Corporation has shown a history of steady revenue
growth and a reduction in operating expenses. AAC grew revenues from $6,000,000 in
2001 to $17,000,000 in 2012, a 183% increase. AAC currently pays the County of Los
Angeles the greater of a minimum annual payment or a percentage of revenue.
AAC is an excellent partner which maintains and invites open communication and is quick
and responsive to questions or requests. AAC provides detailed reporting and receives
excellent audit results and tenant satisfaction surveys.
At a time where many U.S. airports are facing closure or are having difficulty maintaining
the airport’s infrastructure, an experienced, efficient, financially stable, professional
general aviation airport management company such as AAC can ensure that airports and
FBOs are safe, well maintained and well funded profitable enterprises.
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American Airports Corporation Executive Team
David G. Price
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
For over thirty years, David G. Price and his companies have worked to develop innovative
public/private partnerships for the management of publicly owned assets. Under these
relationships, Mr. Price has efficiently and successfully managed numerous municipal and
privately held assets. Mr. Price is the owner/developer of the highly successful
Supermarine FBO and the Museum of Flying at the Santa Monica Municipal Airport, CA, and
has a broad range of experience in the development of airport properties.
Mr. Price was the founder and Chairman of American Golf Corporation and National Golf
Properties, which he sold in early 2003. American Golf managed/leased more than 350 golf
courses, many of which were municipal and third-party leases.
Edward R. Sause
President
Edward R. Sause has over 30 years of experience in finance and administration, and has
served in a broad spectrum of industries including aviation, leisure, entertainment, and
food & beverage. Mr. Sause currently serves as the President for American Airports
Corporation and is responsible for acquiring properties, raising the necessary capital to
leverage opportunities, and direct strategic financial development.
Mr. Sause served as Vice Chairman and Chief Financial Officer of American Golf
Corporation, and Chief Financial Officer of National Golf Properties, and was responsible
for all financial and administrative matters, including budgeting, forecasting, MIS, treasury,
tax, legal, purchasing, and Internet development. A Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Mr.
Sause also served as an Audit Manager for Price Waterhouse, as well as Vice President and
Controller for Columbia Pictures Television, Columbia Pictures’ Motion Picture Division,
Columbia Pictures International, and for the Entertainment Business Sector of The CocaCola Company. Mr. Sause is a trustee of the Museum of Flying.
Scott A. Wardle
Vice-President and Director of Operations
Mr. Wardle has over 20 years of aviation experience. He was previously the General
Manager of Supermarine of Santa Monica and the Facility Manager of a full service FBO at
Van Nuys Airport. Prior to working in general aviation, he served as an avionics technician
in the Marine Corps and is a Gulf War veteran. As Director of Operations, Mr. Wardle is
responsible for overseeing the daily operations of airports and FBOs.
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Robert D. Trimborn
Director of Business Development
Robert D. Trimborn has over 30 years of experience in managing and directing general
aviation reliever airports. Mr. Trimborn is responsible for the development of innovative
public-private partnerships related to the development, management, and operation of
airports and FBO’s including aviation and non-aviation facilities. He spent the last
seventeen years at the City of Santa Monica as their Airport Director where he managed
one of the busiest and most high profile general aviation airports in the nation. He was
instrumental in establishing and implementing a myriad of industry-leading programs and
initiatives.
A Proven Leader in the Field of Airport and FBO Management and
Development
As an established General Aviation Management Company with a track record of success in
both managing and operating airports and FBOs, American Airports Corporation is uniquely
qualified and positioned to help airports achieve their goals and objectives. Contact us to
further discuss your airport’s needs and to explore a partnership that will lead to enhanced
and improved economic performance and operation of your airport or FBO.
For additional information, please contact:
Robert Trimborn, Director of Business Development
2425 Olympic Boulevard, Suite 650-E
Santa Monica, California 90404
rtrimborn@americanairports.net
310-752-0574 (Direct) | 310-752-0555 (Main)
Fax: 310-752-0570
or:
Edward R. Sause, President
2425 Olympic Boulevard, Suite 650-E
Santa Monica, California 90404
esause@americanairports.net
310-752-0551 (Direct) | 310-752-0555 (Main)
Fax: 310-752-0570
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Operation of Los Angeles County Airport System
For the past 13 years AAC has operated five airports under a lease contract with the County
of Los Angeles. Gross annual revenues from these airports are over $16,000,000, and AAC
makes guaranteed lease payments to the County. Over 1,500 tenants are serviced by 80
employees based at these airports.
Services provided for the County of Los Angeles include:
 Manage and operate the airports for the use and benefit of the County and the
general public seven days a week, 24 hours a day, in a safe and efficient manner and
maintain them in a clean, orderly, safe, and operational condition in conformity with
all applicable Federal, State, and Local laws, rules and regulations.
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Operate, maintain, repair, and inspect all airport grounds, facilities, buildings,
runways, taxiways; and provide all services as are customary and usual to such
operations, including inspections of aircraft storage hangars and daily inspection of
airport grounds.
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Maintain written logs of all complaints received, i.e., those concerning employee
appearance, attitude, service, lack of facility maintenance, or anything in connection
with airport operations, maintenance, or fuel facility operation.
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Provide for the operation, maintenance, regulatory compliance, and repair of the
aircraft fueling facilities (both self-service and truck-based into-plane) and
equipment, maintaining responsibility for product quality control and provide
continuous service 24 hours, 7 days a week.
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Provide for the operation, maintenance, and repair of Crash Fire Rescue vehicles,
including having personnel trained for emergency response 7 days a week and 24
hours a day.
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Administer and monitor existing and future agreements and leases with “airport
tenants” (i.e., Fixed Base Operators, concessionaires, etc.)
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Develop plans for capital infrastructure, facility improvements, and special projects.
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Prepare and negotiate new lease agreements.
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Collect all fees and payments due, using uniform procedures to provide
accountability, control, and security of funds.
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Prepare reports and statistical data such as monthly financial and operational
reports.
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Prepare annual operating budgets for each airport.
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Attend monthly meetings of the aviation commission and with various groups,
organizations, and governmental agencies, including airport associations, airport
users, safety, planning, and community meetings.
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Ensure a positive image for the airports by being responsive to community
complaints and inquiries and organizing annual airport open houses or other
events, which foster good community relations.
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Provide information for County officials to answer inquiries by the news media,
such as aircraft accidents, airspace problems, construction projects, damaged
infrastructure, disaster-related concerns, etc.
Proactive Public Relations and Involvement
AAC proactively addresses public information dissemination, hearings and strategies for
the County of Los Angeles’ five airports including performing the following services:
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Manage and operate the airports for the use and benefit of the County and the
general public seven days a week, 24 hours a day, in a safe and efficient manner and
maintain them in a clean, orderly, safe, and operational condition in conformity with
all applicable Federal, State, and Local laws, rules and regulations.
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Attend monthly meetings of the aviation commission and with various groups,
organizations, and governmental agencies, including airport associations, airport
users, safety, planning, and community meetings.
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Ensure a positive image for the airports by being responsive to community
complaints and inquiries and organizing annual airport open houses or other
events, which foster good community relations.
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Provide information for County officials to answer inquiries by the news media,
such as aircraft accidents, airspace problems, construction projects, damaged
infrastructure, disaster-related concerns, etc.
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Synopsis of Airports Currently Operated Under Contract
Brackett Field Airport (KPOC) - La Verne, CA
Brackett Field is a controlled 258-acre general aviation airport, which is located within the
city limits of La Verne, and is 25 miles east of downtown Los Angeles.
The airport has 300 based aircraft and experiences over 114,000 annual operations. It is
home to a state-of-the-art FAA air traffic control tower; three FBO operators; helicopter
maintenance; aircraft maintenance; instrument sales and repairs; and Mount San Antonio
College Aviation Department, its Power Plant School, and A&P Airframe.
Brackett Airport has two paved runways. Runway 8R/26L, the primary runway, is 4,839
feet long, 75 feet wide, with medium-intensity runway lighting (MIRL). The secondary
runway, runway 8L/26R, is 3,661 feet long, 75 feet wide. The airport has one precision
approach (ILS RW 26L), and each end of runway 8R/26L is equipped with precision
approach path indicators (PAPI).
A new high-speed taxiway exit has just been completed and Brackett also has a new AWOS .
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Compton/Woodley Airport (KCPM) - Compton, CA
Compton/Woodley Airport is a 77-acre, uncontrolled general aviation airport. The airport
is located near Interstate 91 and the new Home Depot Center sports complex, about 10
miles south of downtown Los Angeles.
The airport has 192 based aircraft and approximately 60,000 annual operations. It is home
to several FBOs that offer aircraft maintenance, painting, and other aircraft services.
Compton/Woodley Airport has two paved parallel runways: 7L/25R and 7R/25L. Runway
7L/25R is 3,670 feet long, 60 feet wide, with no lighting. This runway is used for VFR
operations during the day only. Runway 7R/25L is 3,670 feet long, 60 feet wide, with
medium-intensity runway lighting (MIRL). Only runway 25L has runway end identifier
lights and a two-box precision approach path indicator (PAPI).
The Airport has a new AWOS and recently went through a $6.8 million Pavement
Rehabilitation Project, replacing all the old pavement on the airport.
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El Monte Airport (KEMT) - El Monte, CA
This controlled 103-acre general aviation airport is located within the city limits of El
Monte, California, and 15 miles east of downtown Los Angeles.
El Monte Airport has 300 based aircraft and experiences over 97,000 annual operations. It
is home to a state-of-the-art FAA air traffic control tower, three FBO/flight schools, several
air-craft maintenance facilities, flying clubs, and several local law enforcement helicopter
operations. The airport is often the backdrop for the nearby motion picture industry. The
well-known TV show, “America’s Most Wanted”, has filmed on the premises.
El Monte Airport has one paved runway. Runway 1/19 is 3,995 feet long, 75 feet wide, and
is equipped with medium-intensity runway lighting (MIRL). Each end of the runway is
equipped with precision approach path indicators (PAPI) and runway end indicator lights
(REIL).
The airport itself has undergone some significant upgrades such as comprehensive runway
lighting and signage improvements, and AOA perimeter fencing on the west side of the
airfield. The construction of a 7,650 square foot Administrative Building was completed in
August 2001, and serves airport patrons and the community with a restaurant, a pilot’s
lounge, gift shop, airport management offices, and a multi-purpose meeting area.
Completed projects include a slurry seal for the runway, taxiway and ramp areas, and a
new AWOS; and projects under way include a new security access system and perimeter
fencing on the remainder of the airfield.
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General William J. Fox Airfield (KWJF) - Lancaster, CA
Fox Airfield is a 1200-acre, controlled general aviation airport, located three miles
northwest of Lancaster, California. It is the only general aviation airport in the Antelope
Valley, serving several communities including Palmdale, Rosamond and Lancaster.
The airport has 160 based aircraft and experiences over 50,000 annual operations. It is
home to a state-of-the-art FAA air traffic control tower, two FBO operators, a U.S.
Department of Forestry Base, Aircraft Museum, and several other aviation-related
businesses.
Fox Airfield has one paved non-precision instrument runway. Runway 6/24 is 7,200 feet
long, 150 feet wide, with medium-intensity runway lighting (MIRL). Each end of the
runway is equipped with a 4-light precision approach path indicator (PAPI). The airport
has also become a preferred site for still photography at twilight’s “magic hour”.
The airport itself has undergone some significant upgrades, including the extension of the
runway from 5,000 feet to 7,200 feet, new lighting and signage, a new AWOS, and a
complete retrofit of the fueling facility. Other projects currently under way are the overlay
of the tie-down and ramp areas, reinforcement of parking areas for heavy aircraft, and the
installation of a wireless security and monitoring system. Improvements to the
infrastructure include the upgrade of the water system from its current well water system
to City water. Future projects include land acquisition, restaurant modifications, security
fencing, electric gates, and hangar development for aircraft parking.
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Whiteman Airport (KWHP) - Pacoima, CA
Whiteman is a controlled, 184-acre general aviation airport, located in the middle of the
San Fernando Valley and three major freeways, with downtown Los Angeles 15 miles to the
southeast, and Santa Monica 15 miles to the south.
The airport has 500 based aircraft and experiences over 115,000 annual operations.
Whiteman is home to a state-of-the-art contract air traffic control tower, three FBOs, three
major maintenance repair stations, flight schools, and helicopter maintenance operation. It
is often a backdrop for the motion picture industry, including Warner Brothers: Matrix 2 &
3 and Showtime; Paramount Pictures: The Italian Job; KNBC Productions: Jag and Las
Vegas; BMW with the BMW Corporation; Red Line Productions: Charlie’s Angels; and Fox:
X-Men 2 (X2) and 24. The airport also offers a convenient site for film production
equipment parking.
Whiteman Airport has one paved runway. Runway 12/30 is 4,120 feet long, 75 feet wide,
and is equipped with medium-intensity runway lighting (MIRL). Each end of the runway is
equipped with a two-light precision approach path indicator (PAPI).
A new access road and security system were completed for the control tower, as well as
completed construction of a new perimeter road, which will keep vehicle traffic on
the airfield to a minimum, and allow tenants and other customers access to FBOs and a
future industrial center. Whiteman also has a new AWOS.
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Synopsis of Current Fixed Base Operation
Current:
Supermarine of Little Rock - Clinton National Airport, AR
Size:
10,000 SF Executive Terminal
95,000 SF Hangar and Office Space
additional 170,000 SF planned
Cost:
$30,000,000
Annual gallons sold: 1,400,000
Under the Supermarine brand, AAC
operates and has developed a new fullservice FBO on 25 acres at Little Rock
National Airport. The project consists
of a new executive terminal,
community and corporate hangars,
office, maintenance shop, upgraded
and expanded ramps, parking, and a
new fuel farm.
Synopsis of Previously Operated Fixed Base Operations
Supermarine of Santa Monica - Santa Monica Airport, CA
Size:
9,400 SF Terminal
74,000 SF Hangar Bldg
70,000 SF Office
200,000 SF Ramp
Cost:
$20,000,000
Annual gallons sold: 3,000,000
Under the Supermarine brand, AAC
developed, owned and operated the FBO
facility at Santa Monica Municipal Airport,
one of the busiest G/A and Reliever
airports in the U.S. The FBO serviced and
fueled over 9,000 private jets each year.
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Supermarine of Stewart – Stewart International Airport, NY
Size:
6,000 SF Exec. Terminal
120,000 SF Hangar
Cost:
$14,000,000
Annual gallons sold: 7,000,000
Under the Supermarine brand, AAC
owned and operated Stewart
International Airport’s premier, fullservice FBO which included hangar space
capable of holding aircraft up to a B-737,
and a 40,000 gallon fuel farm. Its modern
facilities and unique capabilities provided
fuel, aircraft storage, and aircraft
maintenance.
Former Airport Management Contracts
AAC has also managed airports at:
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Midway Atoll for the US Department of Fish & Game – Part 139 FAA Certified
Altoona-Blair County, PA
Winder-Barrow, GA
Newman-Coweta, GA
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