AIRPORT ECONOMICS AND REGULATION

Tailor-made solutions in airport economics and regulation

We advise governments, aviation authorities and multilateral organizations in the design of civil aviation policies, regulatory frameworks and sustainable competitiveness models. We support the definition of pricing schemes, economic structures and sustainability strategies that balance connectivity, profitability and public interest.

CUSTOMIZED SERVICE

Make the most of your infrastructure

We adapt to the institutional and market reality of each territory. We contribute to new airport developments by evaluating their capacity and growth potential.

What we do

Airport socio-economic impact studies, evaluation of infrastructure growth potential, design of balanced pricing models, competition analysis and market regulation studies, traffic rights and bilateral agreements, airport city benchmarking studies and other similar topics.

How we do it

We combine economic modeling, review of regulatory frameworks and benchmarking with reference airports to recommend viable solutions aligned with international best practices.

Benefits

Stable regulatory environments that attract investment, profitable business models and public policies that drive airport development
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with international best practices.

Regulation, competitiveness and sustainability

Decisions in airport economics and regulation involve multiple stakeholders, interests and legal constraints. We may encounter unbalanced tariff models, unclear regulatory frameworks or lack of economic evidence that can slow down investment, generate conflicts among stakeholders and limit growth.

Without a solid analysis, economic imbalances can be generated in your airport, resulting in regulatory conflicts or loss of competitiveness against other airports and regions.

GPA acts as an independent technical partner, providing objective evidence and a holistic view that balances financial sustainability, operational efficiency and air market development.

Without a solid analysis, economic imbalances can be generated in your airport, resulting in regulatory conflicts or loss of competitiveness against other airports and regions.
GPA acts as an independent technical partner, providing objective evidence and a comprehensive vision that allows you to balance financial sustainability, operational efficiency and air market development.

WHY GPA

Economic and regulatory rigor

We apply recognized methodologies (ICAO, IATA, ACI, EU) for the analysis of airport tariffs, incentives, costs and regulatory frameworks. Our studies ensure technical consistency, traceability of assumptions and alignment with international best practices.

Evidence for decision making

We produce robust, transparent and documented analyses designed to withstand review processes, public consultation and technical scrutiny. This allows us to reduce regulatory risks and support strategic decisions with objective evidence.

Institutional experience

We work regularly with public administrations, regulators and airport managers, understanding the political, legal and technical dynamics that condition economic regulation. This experience allows us to anticipate risks and facilitate consensus.

Technical support

We do not limit ourselves to analysis: we accompany our clients throughout the regulatory cycle, from the definition of the model to its practical application and periodic review. We ensure coherence between technical design, implementation and public policy objectives.

How does the airport economics and regulation service work?

We assist airports and authorities in making complex decisions, reducing regulatory risks and ensuring long-term economic consistency.

Economic and regulatory analysis

We evaluate the economic performance of the airport or airport system, its regulatory framework, tariff structure and competitive positioning, identifying risks and opportunities.

Modeling and solution design

We develop economic models, tariff schemes and regulatory recommendations aligned with the client’s objectives and the applicable legal context.

Institutional support and negotiation

We assist authorities and managers in consultation, negotiation and validation processes with airlines, operators, regulatory bodies and multilateral entities.

SUCCESS STORY

Analysis of competition in Central American air transportation

Central American Network of National Competition Authorities.