How Airports Can Unlock New Revenue Streams to Fund the Next Generation of Infrastructure

As federal infrastructure funding winds down, airports may need to rethink how they generate revenue—from real estate and logistics development to digital retail strategies and curbside pricing.
March 27, 2026
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Airports across the United States are facing a growing infrastructure funding gap as passenger demand rises and federal investment programs begin to wind down.

In this episode of the Aviation Pros Podcast, Joe Petrie speaks with Carlos Ozores, partner at PA Consulting and leader of the firm’s U.S. aviation practice, about how airports can develop new revenue streams to support future capital programs.

Ozores explains that while traditional funding sources remain critical, they are unlikely to meet the estimated $35 billion in annual infrastructure needs, pushing airports to rethink their business models. 

About the Author

Joe Petrie

Editor & Chief

Joe Petrie is the Editorial Director for the Endeavor Aviation Group.

Joe has spent the past 20 years writing about the most cutting-edge topics related to transportation and policy in a variety of sectors with an emphasis on transportation issues for the past 15 years.

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