Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport - ROC

What Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport - ROC does

Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) is a publicly owned, FAA Part 139-certified commercial service airport located four miles southwest of Rochester, New York. The facility sits on 1,200 acres with a 380,000 sq. ft. terminal comprising 21 gates across two concourses named for Frederick Douglass and Susan B. Anthony. Established in 1927 as Britton Field, the airport is owned by Monroe County and operated by the Monroe County Airport Authority (MCAA), a public benefit corporation created in 1989. ROC handled approximately 2.6 million passengers in 2024 — a 15-year record — across 19 nonstop destinations served by eight airlines (Allegiant, American, Avelo, Breeze, Delta, JetBlue, Southwest, United).

The airport's product surface spans scheduled commercial air service, on-site parking with a LIDAR-based guidance system and E-Z Pass integration (ROC-Parks), air cargo facilities operated by DHL, FedEx, and Forward Air, general aviation fixed-base operator services (USAirports Flight Support, AVFLIGHT), and flight schools. Passenger-facing technology includes real-time gate tracking via ROCview, free high-speed Wi-Fi provided by Greenlight Networks, accessibility features such as AIRA ASL interpretation, hearing loops, and a partnership with the Strong National Museum of Play for in-terminal play zones. ROC integrates with FlightAware for flight status, FlightView for operational data, and MAPCO for parking operations.

ROC operates as a 100% self-sufficient public utility and does not receive local tax dollars for operations or capital improvements. Revenue is generated from airline landing fees and terminal rents, parking (operated by MAPCO under the ROC-Parks initiative), concessions, advertising, and general aviation and cargo service fees. Capital projects are funded through FAA grants, Passenger Facility Charges (PFC), and New York State aid, including a 2016 $39.8 million award under Governor Cuomo's Upstate Airport Economic Development and Revitalization Competition and a 2024 $18 million grant from Governor Hochul for the parking modernization. The airport is governed by an MCAA board chaired by James G. Vazzana, with Andrew Moore serving as Airport Director and Administrative Director of MCAA.

Name

Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport - ROC

Legal name

Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport

Website

https://rocairport.com

Company type

Public

Founded year

1927

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) is a publicly owned FAA Part 139-certified commercial service airport in Rochester, NY, handling 2.6 million annual passengers across 19 nonstop destinations served by eight airlines, with cargo, FBO, and accessibility services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Airport Operations and Aviation 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

• Commercial airport operations
• Passenger air travel
• Air cargo services
• General aviation services
• Airport ground transportation

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Others

Distribution channels8 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) operates a public-use commercial airport providing passenger terminal services, airfield infrastructure, parking, and concessions for travelers, airlines, and cargo operators. The airport is owned by Monroe County and governed by the Monroe County Airport Authority, serving the Rochester, New York metropolitan area and the Finger Lakes region.

Product overview

Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) is a small hub commercial airport serving the Greater Rochester region. The airport operates as a unified service combining scheduled commercial passenger air service to 19+ domestic nonstop destinations, comprehensive ground transportation coordination (ride-sharing, rental cars, public transit), on-site parking facilities with advanced guidance technology, air cargo operations, and general aviation services through Fixed Base Operators. The terminal offers passenger amenities including food/retail concessions, accessibility services for disabled travelers (hearing loops, AIRA navigation app, ASL translation), family play areas, and free high-speed WiFi. The airport handles approximately 2.4 million annual passengers across 21 gates on two concourses named for Frederick Douglass and Susan B. Anthony.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Commercial Passenger Terminal Services Terminal facilities supporting airline ticketing, security screening, gate operations, and passenger amenities for scheduled commercial flights.
• Airfield Operations Runways, taxiways, navigation aids, and air traffic control coordination supporting commercial, cargo, and general aviation operations.
• Airport Parking Short-term and long-term parking facilities for passengers and visitors traveling through the airport.
• Terminal Concessions and Advertising Food, beverage, retail, and advertising spaces operated by third-party tenants within the terminal.
• Air Cargo Services Air cargo and freight handling facilities supporting cargo operators and integrated carrier operations.
• General Aviation Services Fixed-base operator and general aviation facilities serving private, business, and charter aircraft.

Quantifiable outcome

• 15-year passenger record with 2.6 million travelers in 2024
• +2 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

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Integration6 records

AI capability3 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• A.P. Property ServicescoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 26 May 2026Title sponsor for the 2026 A.P. Property Services Rochester International Airshow. Founded in 1990, A.P. Property Services employs over 100 people and has been providing services to Rochester area for 35 years. Sean Fico is President. Company is known for community philanthropy throughout Monroe County.
• Kwik FillminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 26 May 2026Presenting sponsor for 2026 Rochester International Airshow.
• Ontario Golf ClubminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 26 May 2026Presenting sponsor for 2026 Rochester International Airshow.
• Pub on the GreenminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 26 May 2026Presenting sponsor for 2026 Rochester International Airshow.
• Sunny Mike FoundationminorOthers · 26 May 2026Charitable beneficiary for 2026 Airshow. Since August 2021, provides emergency relief funds to veterans in Finger Lakes region struggling with financial instability, unemployment, and limited access to essential services. Co-founded by Dr. Debra Lubberts and Beth Bigley.
• MAPCOcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 26 November 2024MAPCO operates airport parking facilities under ROC-Parks initiative. Partnership includes new parking guidance system, reservation service, and EZ Pass integration. Jillian Gauer is Vice President of Operations for MAPCO.
• Greenlight NetworkscoreTechnology or IntegrationProvides free high-speed Wi-Fi throughout the airport terminal.
• Strong National Museum of PlaycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership to create play zones within the airport terminal for children and families. First airport in New York State to win Governor Cuomo's Upstate Airport Economic Development competition with $39.8 million in State Funds (2016).
• AIRA NetworkcoreTechnology or IntegrationProvides free membership to blind and low vision passengers for assistance navigating the terminal using the AIRA app which translates ASL to voice and text.
• Visit RochesterminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal tourism organization partnership to promote Rochester and Finger Lakes region as a travel destination.
• USAirports Flight Support LLCcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFixed Base Operator (FBO) at 1295 Scottsville Road providing maintenance, avionics, weather/flight planning, quick turn fuel service, de-icing. Phone: 585-527-6835.
• AVFLIGHT Rochester CorporationcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFixed Base Operator (FBO) at 1205 Scottsville Road providing aviation services including maintenance, fuel, weather/flight planning. Phone: 585-235-9040.
• FedExcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAir cargo shipper operating at ROC. Phone: 1-800-463-3339.
• DHL WorldwidecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAir cargo shipper operating at ROC. Phone: 585-436-0820.
• Forward AircoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAir cargo shipper operating at ROC. Phone: 585-235-4232.

Scale indicators14 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/ROCAirport
• Facebookfacebook.com/ROC.Airport
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/greater-rochester-international-airport-roc
• Instagraminstagram.com/roc.airport

Compliance3 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

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