2026 Airport Magazine Media Kit
Our readers include the most influential people in the airport industry. Airport directors, managers and CEOs, top-level decision-makers, senior-level managers in airport operations, maintenance, security, concessions, environmental, IT, ARFF, safety and administration, key aviation lawmakers on Capitol Hill, government agencies, including FAA, DOT, TSA, and DHS.
Circulation: 19,200 members
Editor-In-Chief: Brian M. Kalish, Associate Vice President, Communications
Readership
- 78% Airport Executives
- 12% Corporate Professionals & Industry Consultants
- 4% Federal & State Officials, Research & Education, Airlines, Associations & Councils
- 4% Students in Training
- 2% Military
FEBRUARY/MARCH ISSUE
Bonus distribution at AAAE/ACC PDCS in Indianapolis
Current and developing technologies that advance airport efficiency, operations, safety and management goals. Other topics include public-private-partnerships.
APRIL/MAY ISSUE
Bonus distribution at AAAE’s Annual Conference and Exposition in Los Angeles
This issue will highlight AAAE’s 98th Annual Conference & Exposition in Los Angeles, May 3-5, 2026. It will include AAAE’s Annual Report, as well as features on airport operations (both landside and airside).
JUNE/JULY ISSUE
Non-aeronautical revenue sources at airports. Other topics will review an update on contract air traffic control towers.
AUGUST/SEPTEMBER ISSUE
Bonus distribution at AAAE’s National Airports Conference in New Orleans
Customer service at airports and updates on UAS and Advanced Air Mobility.
OCTOBER/NOVEMBER ISSUE
Bonus distribution at AAAE and the Chicago Department of Aviation’s Airports Going Green® in Chicago
A focus on sustainability; a deep dive into airport’s social media accounts and how it impacts customer service.
DECEMBER/JANUARY 2026 ISSUE
Airport architecture/engineering and development are reviewed in this issue, including methods, procedures, and customer service. Other topics may include diversifying the workforce to meet future employment requirements.
Press Releases, Editorial Materials
Brian M. Kalish
Associate Vice President, Communications
703.575.2461
Brian.Kalish@aaae.org
Digital Advertising Sales
Danielle Whalen, MBA
Vice President, Strategic Marketing
703.575.2462
Danielle.Whalen@aaae.org
Print Advertising Sales
Amy Trivette
Vice President, Corporate Engagement & Partnerships
703.575.2471
Amy.Trivette@aaae.org
Lisa C. Williams, CMP, CEM
Director, Exhibits & Sponsorships
571.560.1765
Lisa.Williams@aaae.org
AAAE Membership
Jennifer Richards
Associate Vice President, Membership
703.575.2479
Jennifer.Richards@aaae.org
Editorial Office
The Barclay Building
601 Madison Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
Digital Rates
Coming soon!
Print Rates
2026 Base Rates (Four Color)
| Four Color | 1X | 4X | 6X |
| Back Cover | $11,227 | - | - |
| Inside Front Cover | $9,270 | - | - |
| Inside Back Cover | $8,137 | - | - |
| Two-Page Spread | $11,639 | $10,403 | $9,116 |
| Full Page | $7,983 | $7,313 | $6,386 |
| 2/3 Page | $6,386 | $5,768 | $4,893 |
| 1/2 Page | $4,893 | $4,275 | $3,811 |
| 1/3 Page | $3,708 | $3,451 | $3,193 |
| 1/6 Page | $2,472 | $2,112 | $1,906 |
All base rates are gross, not net.
AAAE MEMBER DISCOUNT
15% off the base rates to active AAAE corporate members. Association member discount not available if advertising agency commission applies.
COMMISSION DISCOUNT
15% off the base rates to accredited advertising agencies.
Special Sections
A special section editorial supplement to Airport Magazine is a powerful, effective way to place your story in front of leading airport executives and corporate professionals. Up to 1,000 stand-alone copies are provided with each special section to distribute to whomever you choose!
| Page Count | Camera-Ready Art |
| 8 Pages | $15,000 |
| 16 Pages | $20,000 |
Published rates do not include charges for additional work needed to prepare advertisements for printing. Preparation work performed by the publisher will be billed as an additional charge.
Cover-Tips and Outserts
A cover-tip or loose outsert in a clear polybag will capture your prospects’ attention before they even open their issue!
COVER-TIP SPECIFICATIONS |
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| Two-Page Cover-Tip | |
| Max. Size | 7.5" W x 5.5" H |
| Min. Size | 5" W x 5" H |
| Stock | 100 lb. text |
| Max. Weight | Single sheet (2 pg.) |
OUTSERT SPECIFICATIONS |
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| Two- or Four-Page Outsert | |
| Max. Size | 7.625" W x 10.25" H |
| Min. Size | 6" W x 8" H |
| Stock | 120 lb. text stock |
| Max. Weight | Two 2-sided outserts (4 pg.) |
Two-page and larger outserts must be delivered folded. Contact the sales team for more information regarding due date and address for delivery of materials.
MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Magazine Trim Size: 8.375” x 10.875”
Magazine Bleed Size: 8.625” x 11.125” – crop marks offset 0.125”
Live Area: 0.25” inside publication trim size
Color: CMYK four-color process
Ad Sizes
| Unit Size* | Width | Height |
| Full Page | 8.625" | 11.125" |
| 1/2 Page Horizontal | 8.625" | 5.0" |
| 2/3 Page Vertical | 4.75" | 9.875" |
| 1/3 Page Vertical | 2.375" | 9.875" |
| 1/3 Page Horizontal | 4.75" | 4.75" |
| 1/6 Page Vertical | 2.375" | 5.0" |
| 1/6 Page Horizontal | 4.75" | 2.375" |
| 2-Page Spread | 17.0" | 11.125" |