Originally Posted by
CloudsBelow
Where do landing fees, rent, advertisment paid by airlines go? Parking fees?
YVR does not have the prohibitive costs of snow removal and they enjoy the VLA landing fees from the Asian airlines.
Not sure how you can say "XXX is better managed airport"
All those fees go to the operation of the airport. The AIF is specific for major capital expenditures and is not used for snow removal at any airport.
If an airport is able to keep its fees low, have good customer satisfaction - compared to its peers, and diversify it's business, I say it is well managed. It is also my opinion based on my experience in the aviation industry working and as a frequent traveller.