Some Florida not-for-profit, public-use airports are contemplating the use of landing fees to those who use their airports. This could potentially begin in some areas October 1, 2024.

The proposed fee would be based on weight, $3 per 1,000 pounds, and tracked by Virtower using ADS-B data and another provider, Vector, who has the software to provide automated invoicing systems to county and municipal airports.

In its statement, AOPA wrote, “[ADS-B data] was never intended to be used to collect fees, or to enable aircraft tracking by third parties. AOPA is considering legislative action to make sure ADS-B data is used solely for its intended purpose.”

Read more here: https://generalaviationnews.com/2024/09/18/aopa-fights-against-landing-fees

AOPA’s Letter to the FAA: https://download.aopa.org/advocacy/2024/2024Sep12_Baker-Whitaker_ADS-B.pdf