Title
An Ordinance approving a Fixed Base Operator Agreement between the City of Lee's Summit, Missouri and Fly Kilo Charlie, LLC to rent office space to perform Flight Training and Aircraft Rental at the Airport and authorizing the Mayor to execute the same. (PWC 4/11/22)
Body
Issue/Request:
An Ordinance approving a Fixed Base Operator Agreement between the City of Lee's Summit, Missouri and Fly Kilo Charlie, LLC to rent office space to perform Flight Training and Aircraft Rental at the Airport and authorizing the Mayor to execute the same.
Key Issues:
• Fly Kilo Charlie, LLC currently operates a flight school in New Century Kansas
• Fly Kilo Charlie, LLC desires to start a satellite operation at the Lee’s Summit Airport
• Fly Kilo Charlie, LLC and the Airport have negotiated the terms and conditions of a Fixed Base Operator Agreement which provides for office space to perform FBO operations.
• City and Fly Kilo Charlie, LLC wish to enter into the Fixed Base Operator Agreement
Proposed City Council Motion:
I move to recommend to City Council approval of an Ordinance approving a Fixed Base Operator Agreement between the City of Lee's Summit, Missouri and Fly Kilo Charlie, LLC to rent office space to perform Flight Training and Aircraft Rental at the Airport and authorizing the Mayor to execute the same. (BOAC 4/4/22)
Background:
The operates of Fly Kilo Charlie, LLC have been performing flight training and aircraft rental for over 15 years at the New Century Airport, located in New Century KS. Fly Kilo Charlie, LLC wishes to expand their operation with a satellite office located at Lee’s Summit Airport. Fly Kilo Charlie, LLC will initially rent two offices and keep 1-3 Aircraft on the field at any given time.
Impact/Analysis:
The addition of a flight school offering flight training and high-end aircraft rental will bring in new customers from around the region to learn to fly. This agreement will result in new revenue from fuel sales, hangar, and office rental. The estimated annual revenue from office rental will be $7,416.00 annually in addition to fuel sales. Revenue from fuel sales will vary depending on the number of aircraft and activity.
Presenter
Michael Park, Director of Public Works
Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of an Ordinance approving a Fixed Base Operator Agreement between the City of Lee's Summit, Missouri and Fly Kilo Charlie, LLC to rent office space to perform Flight Training and Aircraft Rental at the Airport and authorizing the Mayor to execute the same. (BOAC 4/4/22)