Originally Posted by
mostlytossas
Actually the tax payer (you and me)pays most of it in the way of council grants. The remainder being picked up by the rate payer. And why? So the town can enjoy the benefits of a modern 1st world society such as access to air ambulance etc.If they dont want this then close the airport. I have no issue with the fee just if they impose one then provide some basic facilities.
Please don't make the mistake of believing every country airfield is owned and operated by the council. We have
TO PAY the council many thousands of dollars for the privilege of running an airport. We provide a sealed strip, two grass strips, PAL, lounge, good clean toilets, snacks etc and we still get people who bitch about a $10 landing fee!
Remember that there are private airfields all over the country that get no government or council grants and have to recoup the cost of maintenance somehow.