AIRPORT ADVISORY BOARD 092326

The City of Laredo Airport Advisory Board convened on September 23, 2026, to review various operational and development updates related to Laredo International Airport. Key procurement-related discussions included updates on airline passenger and cargo traffic, with noted decreases in flight capacity but positive load factors and cargo increases. The board discussed ongoing and upcoming capital improvement projects such as terminal rehabilitation, taxi lane completion, and infrastructure upgrades including LED lighting and generator testing. A significant focus was on future development opportunities, particularly the potential for private investment in hangar development and other aeronautical facilities, contingent on the completion of the airport master plan. The board also addressed lease agreements and development lease agreements for airport land, emphasizing compliance with FAA regulations and the importance of competitive RFP processes for attracting private developers. Additionally, the board considered marketing efforts to promote cargo operations and discussed the transition of fixed-base operator (FBO) services to new operators. An action item to survey available land for possible hangar development was tabled pending master plan completion. No formal contract awards or vendor selections were reported, but the meeting highlighted strategic planning and policy considerations that will influence future procurement and development activities at the airport.