Summary
The airport expects about $59 million in revenue this fiscal year, down from $63 million, largely from Southwest's capacity cuts. A 13% airline fee increase took effect March 1 to offset roughly $1.7 million of the loss, and staff are freezing hiring and cutting overtime — passengers might see about a dollar added to fares.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 15, 2026.
Impact analysis
About $4 million less in revenue than last year, partially offset by a 13% airline fee increase.
The airport's financial stability benefits all residents who rely on it as an economic asset.
Travelers could pay slightly higher fares if airlines pass the fee increase through.
Mentions & discussions (3)
City Council - Sep 15, 2026
The Council approved a $22 million taxiway reconstruction at Long Beach Airport, largely grant-funded. Some public speakers criticized airport spending priorities during a budget deficit.
Airport Advisory Commission - Mar 19, 2026
The airport expects about $59 million in revenue this fiscal year, down from $63 million, largely from Southwest's capacity cuts. A 13% airline fee increase took effect March 1 to offset roughly $1.7 million of the loss, and staff are freezing hiring and cutting overtime — passengers might see about a dollar added to fares.
City Council - Feb 17, 2026
Long Beach Airport is raising airline fees about 13% to recover $1.7 million after passenger forecasts dropped by 160,000, keeping the airport self-sustaining under FAA rules.
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