Augusta Regional Airport

What Augusta Regional Airport does

Augusta Regional Airport (AGS, formerly Bush Field) is a publicly-owned regional airport operated by the City of Augusta, Georgia as a department of Augusta-Richmond County. Established in 1941 as a U.S. military flight training school, it occupies more than 1,400 acres with two asphalt runways and serves the 18-county Central Savannah River Area (CSRA) spanning Georgia and South Carolina. The airport provides scheduled commercial passenger service through Delta Air Lines (Atlanta) and American Airlines (Charlotte, Dallas, Washington D.C.), a city-operated Fixed Base Operator offering fueling, hangar storage, tie-downs, and concierge services for general aviation, military, and charter traffic, and supporting terminal services including parking (900+ spaces), rental cars, ground transportation, concessions, and a Military Hospitality Suite for Fort Gordon personnel.

The airport's revenue model is diversified across landing and ramp fees (usage-based, weight-tiered), terminal concessions (Par 3 Bar & Grille, Wings Bistro, vending), parking operations including an Elite Rewards subscription program at $100/month, real estate and tenant leases across developed industrial park zones, in-terminal advertising managed by Departure Media, and SkyWorx Innovation Xchange incubator fees. Notably, the airport has operated self-sufficiently throughout its history without tax dollar support, and contributes approximately $269.6M in regional economic output while supporting 1,561 jobs and $59M in payroll (per airport disclosures).

The airport operates several distinctive technical programs including an FAA-designated Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) Test Site (supporting FAA, NASA, DoD, and FAA NextGen on drone NAS integration), electric aircraft and vehicle charging infrastructure installed in partnership with BETA Technologies and Georgia Power, a NATA Safety 1st Clean certified FBO with 24/7 operations, and an ARFF department. Customer segments span commercial airline travelers, general aviation users, military personnel (anchored by nearby Fort Gordon), corporate/business travelers from major CSRA employers (P&G, John Deere, Standard Aero), and tourism visitors particularly during the Masters Tournament at Augusta National, with charter services provided by Bravo Air as the on-site private charter operator.

Name

Augusta Regional Airport

Legal name

Augusta Regional Airport

Website

https://flyags.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1941

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Augusta Regional Airport is a publicly-owned regional airport in Augusta, Georgia serving the 18-county Central Savannah River Area with commercial airline service (Delta, American), general aviation FBO operations, military support, an FAA-designated UAS Test Site, and the SkyWorx aerospace incubator.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Regional Airport Services

NAICS

Airport Operations (48811)

SIC

Airports, Flying Fields & Airport Terminal Services (4581)

akta.pro primary industry

Aviation Infrastructure Agencies (Public Airports, Airfield Ops, Ground Access) (BPAIALAE)

Keywords

• Airport operations
• Commercial passenger aviation
• General aviation services
• Fixed base operator services
• UAS flight testing

Headquarters

HQ city

Augusta, GA

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Infrastructure, Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Airport Operations and Landing Fees: Revenue generated from aircraft landing fees based on aircraft weight, ramp fees charged per arrival, and general aviation services including fueling and hangar rentals.
2. Terminal Concessions: Revenue from terminal concessions including food and beverage services (Par 3 Bar & Grille, Wings Bistro), retail, and advertising within the terminal facility managed by Departure Media.
3. Parking Operations: Revenue from short-term and long-term parking facilities with over 900 parking spaces, plus electric vehicle charging stations.
4. Real Estate and Tenant Leases: Revenue from leasing airport property to airlines, rental car agencies, aviation businesses, and other tenants. The airport has developed industrial park areas and NW development zones for large business operators.
5. SkyWorx Innovation Incubator: Revenue from aerospace business incubator program providing shared space, private offices, and acceleration program services to aerospace and UAS startups.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Augusta Regional Airport is a municipal regional airport that provides scheduled commercial passenger flights, general aviation and fixed base operator services, aircraft landing and ramp facilities, parking, rental cars, ground transportation, terminal concessions, and charter flight access. It also supports airport tenants, real estate leases, an aerospace incubator, and an unmanned aircraft systems test site.

Product overview

Augusta Regional Airport operates as a multi-service regional airport providing commercial passenger flights, general aviation services, and business/freight operations. The airport's core offerings include scheduled commercial airline service via Delta and American Airlines, a Fixed Base Operator (FBO) for general aviation, and charter flight services through Bravo Air. Supporting infrastructure includes parking facilities (short-term, long-term, and Elite Rewards), rental car services, ground transportation, and airport dining. The airport also operates ancillary programs including SkyWorx Innovation Xchange (aerospace incubator), UAS Test Site, community engagement initiatives (Paws for Pax, Art Program), youth education (AIR EDU STEM program), and special events. The airport serves the Central Savannah River Area across 18 counties in Georgia and South Carolina.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Commercial Passenger Services Scheduled commercial airline service for travelers connecting through Delta Air Lines to Atlanta and American Airlines to Charlotte, Dallas, and Washington, D.C.
• Fixed Base Operator Services A 24/7 municipal FBO for general, commercial, and military aircraft, providing Jet A and 100LL fueling, tie-downs, ramp parking, hangar storage, catering coordination, courtesy transportation, and conference facilities.
• Charter Flight Services On-demand private air charter available through Bravo Air at Augusta Regional Airport, with personalized catering, ground transportation, executive travel planning, and professional security.
• Aircraft Landing and Ramp Services
• Airport Parking Services
• Rental Car Services
• Ground Transportation Services
• Terminal Concessions and Dining
• SkyWorx Innovation Xchange
• UAS Test Site Services
• Terminal Advertising
• Airport Real Estate and Tenant Leases

Quantifiable outcome

• $300 million annual economic activity contributed to the CSRA region
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles8 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

20 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• America's Adopt A SoldierminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2013Non-profit partnered with airport to renovate the Military Hospitality Suite as part of 255S Information Protection Technicians Warrant Officers Fort Gordon class project. Partnered again in 2019 for suite renovation.
• BETA TechnologiescoreTechnology or IntegrationPartnership to install electric charging stations at the airport, including aircraft charging station inside the airfield fence by the FBO and dual-port chargers in parking areas. BETA app required for charging access.
• Georgia PowercoreTechnology or IntegrationPartnered with BETA Technologies and Augusta Regional Airport to install electric charging stations at the airport facility.
• Departure MediacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorManages all in-terminal advertising opportunities inside Augusta Regional Airport's main terminal and general aviation terminal. Contact: (843) 571-2299 or [email protected]
• World Fuel ServicescoreOthersContract fuel provider for Jet A fuel with FSII at the FBO facility. World Fuel Services accepted alongside Colt fuel contracts.
• ColtcoreOthersContract fuel provider accepted at the FBO facility alongside World Fuel Services for Jet A fuel with FSII.
• Therapy Dogs Inc.minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership to bring therapy dogs to the terminal through Paws for Pax program to enhance customer experience. All dogs certified through Therapy Dogs Inc. with at least one year of therapy experience.
• Augusta Museum of HistoryminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for curatorial services providing artifacts to display showcasing Augusta's history, local musicians, and golf legends. Includes James Brown personal artifacts and bronze statue of Raymond Floyd.
• Iacofano's CateringminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorProvides in-flight catering services for general aviation guests at Augusta Regional Airport. Contact: (855) 485-3663 or [email protected]
• Creative Cuisine by Chef Megan AligminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAlternative in-flight catering option for general aviation guests. Contact: 706-267-2876 or [email protected]
• AFCEAminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSponsor of Military Hospitality Suite renovation through America's Adopt A Soldier program.
• Ashley FurnitureminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSponsor of Military Hospitality Suite renovation through America's Adopt A Soldier program.
• AUSA (Association of the United States Army)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSponsor of Military Hospitality Suite renovation through America's Adopt A Soldier program.
• Master Craft FlooringminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSponsor of Military Hospitality Suite renovation through America's Adopt A Soldier program.
• Beagle BrigademinorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAirport partners with The Beagle Brigade which trains beagles as border patrol agents for agricultural screening.
• Ronald McDonald House of AugustaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAirport partners with Ronald McDonald House for annual Plane Pull fundraising event.
• SkyWorx Innovation XchangecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAerospace business incubator and resource center at the airport fostering entrepreneurial startups in aerospace, UAS, and cyber security. Provides shared space, private offices, mentor networks, and acceleration programs.
• Local Schools (STEM Aviation Career Day)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with local schools twice annually for STEM Aviation Career Day. Students tour ARFF, FAA Control Tower, Standard Aero, and meet pilots. Contact: Lauren Smith at 706-798-3236.
• FAA (Federal Aviation Administration)coreTechnology or IntegrationFAA operates air traffic control tower at the airport. Airport participates in FAA programs including UAS Test Site for drone integration into National Airspace System.
• TSA (Transportation Security Administration)coreOthersTSA handles all baggage and passenger screening at Augusta Regional Airport under federal regulations.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Fayetteville Regional Airport: Small-to-mid regional airport in North Carolina adjacent to Fort Liberty (formerly Fort Bragg) with a military-driven traffic base and limited commercial service. Comparable in scale, military dependence, and two-airline commercial mix to AGS.
• Huntsville International Airport: Mid-sized Southeast regional airport with significant defense/aerospace adjacency and a comparable mix of commercial and general aviation. The military-and-aerospace-driven demand profile makes it a strong functional peer to AGS's Fort Gordon-driven model.
• Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport: Coastal Georgia regional airport with scheduled commercial service and a strong tourism and general aviation base. Similar size, similar Southeast U.S. catchment, and overlapping carrier mix make it a directly comparable peer for AGS.
• Albany International Airport: Mid-sized Northeast regional airport with comparable passenger scale, similar commercial carrier mix, and overlapping general aviation activity. Comparable in operating scale and infrastructure footprint to AGS.
• Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport: South Carolina regional airport serving the Upstate with scheduled commercial service and significant general aviation operations. Comparable passenger scale, comparable Southeast catchment, and similar two-airline commercial mix make it a directly comparable peer.
• Asheville Regional Airport: Mid-sized regional airport in Western North Carolina with comparable enplanement scale, similar mix of scheduled commercial and general aviation, and similar reliance on tourism and regional business demand. Highly comparable in scale and operating model to AGS.
• Wilmington International Airport: Mid-sized regional airport in coastal North Carolina with a comparable mix of scheduled commercial service, general aviation, and tourism-driven peaks. Comparable in scale, catchment type, and operating model to AGS.
• Columbia Metropolitan Airport: Regional airport in West Columbia, SC serving a similar mid-sized regional market with scheduled commercial service and general aviation. Comparable scale of enplanements, similar two-airline mix, and comparable mix of business and tourism traffic make it the most directly comparable peer to AGS.

Broad incumbents

• Charleston International Airport: Larger South Carolina regional airport with broader route network and stronger tourism-driven demand. Overlaps with AGS in carrier mix and catchment geography but operates at a meaningfully larger scale and functions as a broader incumbent in the region.

Emerging players

• Vantis (North Dakota UAS Test Site): One of the small number of FAA-designated UAS test sites in the U.S., operating out of North Dakota. Directly comparable to AGS's UAS Test Site as one of only a handful of federally designated UAS integration test ranges in the country.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/ARA_Augusta
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/AugustaRegionalAir
• Facebookfacebook.com/pages/AGS-Augusta-Regional-Airport/138346649565897
• Instagraminstagram.com/AGS_AUGUSTA
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/augusta-regional-airport

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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M&A

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