Signature Aviation Launches Ramp Fee Estimator
The new Signature Access tool bundles non-fuel access charges into a single estimated price based on aircraft size, ramp time and terminal location.
Updated on Nov. 3, 2026 in Business Travel
Signature Aviation has introduced the Signature Access estimator, which consolidates non-fuel access-related handling, infrastructure and parking charges into one price. Eligible fuel purchases at continental U.S. Signature locations also earn a first-hour waiver.
Why it matters
Operators have faced layered and sometimes unpredictable charges at fixed-base operators, and a single estimate makes trip costs easier to plan. The company also said it will limit special event fees in 2027 to a small number of extraordinary-demand categories.
The estimator bundles non-fuel access, infrastructure and parking charges into one price tied to aircraft size, ramp time and terminal location. Eligible fuel purchases at continental U.S. Signature locations waive the first hour, while dollar amounts for estimates were not disclosed.
The players
Signature Aviation
Signature Aviation is a global network of fixed-base operators providing ramp, fueling and handling services to business and general aviation aircraft.
The details
Operators can use the estimator at www.signatureaviation.com/signature-access, which separates optional services such as hangar accommodations, ground power units and lavatory service from the base access price. Signature plans 2027 event fee categories covering events including the Super Bowl in Los Angeles, Art Basel in Miami Beach, the UN General Assembly and U.S. Open in New York, and select Formula 1 weekends in Miami, Montreal, Austin and Las Vegas.
Timeline
• 2027: Special event fee limits take effect for extraordinary-demand events.
• At least 30 days before an event: Applicable locations and pricing will be published.
Seasonal Patterns
The new estimator and event-fee limits fit into a pattern of FBO pricing becoming more predictable as demand for business aviation around major events, such as the 2027 Super Bowl and Formula 1 weekends, grows. Access charges have historically varied sharply by location and event week.
Operators can run the Signature Access estimator before a trip to compare the bundled access price against prior trip costs. Checking whether a planned stop falls within an upcoming event category helps avoid unexpected fees.
The takeaway
Running the estimator before booking lets operators compare total ramp and access costs across Signature locations. Checking event-fee schedules ahead of major gatherings can prevent surprise charges.
What happens next
Applicable locations and pricing for 2027 special event fees will be published at least 30 days before each event.
Further reading
Explore more in Business Travel for context on how corporate aviation costs are structured.
More information
Use the Signature Access pricing estimator to calculate access costs for your aircraft.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Aviation Week.
