Florida Hot Legal Topics - Segment #2

Florida FBO & Airport Access Laws | Business Aviation Legal Issues Airport access involves much more than reserving an FBO—it often involves federal law, airport governance, competition, and operational rights. In this presentation, aviation attorney Forrest Owens explains how airport sponsors, FBO operators, and federal aviation regulations shape access to Florida's busiest business aviation airports. The discussion examines FAA grant assurances, airport access rights, FBO lease disputes, public airport obligations, Palm Beach County v. FAA, Florida airport governance, and recent litigation affecting business aviation services in Florida. Learn why understanding the legal relationship between airports, FBOs, and aircraft operators is becoming increasingly important for business jet owners and flight departments. Topics Covered: Florida airport access Fixed Base Operators (FBOs) FAA grant assurances Airport lease disputes Palm Beach County v. FAA Business aviation airports Aircraft ground services Airport governance Business jet operations Aviation legal compliance Ideal for aircraft owners, operators, aviation attorneys, airport managers, FBO professionals, charter companies, corporate flight departments, and business aviation professionals navigating Florida's evolving airport environment.