Airport Business - Wichita Dwight D Eisenhower Airport
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Airport Business

Doing Business with the Airport

Wichita Eisenhower National Airport has been identified as the 3rd best small hub airport in the nation, serving 1,809,142 passengers in 2024. With over 60 aviation-related businesses including three fixed-base operators, two aircraft manufacturers, general aviation, cargo facilities and great air service, ICT is an excellent location for your business. If you would like to be part of our exciting future, please contact us!

Several cargo operators and general aviation service providers have already made Wichita Eisenhower National Airport their home. If you are interested in joining them, you can get started by downloading our schedule of fees and charges or by reviewing our engineering services. You can also contact airport administration by e-mail or phone at (316) 946-4700.

We’re certain you’ll find Wichita Eisenhower National Airport a great place to grow your business.

Minimum Standards

To learn about the Minimum Standards for Aeronautical Activities & Services required to start an aviation business on the Airport System, click here, or contact the Director of Airports at (316) 946-4700.

WAA ACDBE Program

Click here to view Airport Concession Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Goals US DOT 49 CFR Part 23.

WAA DBE Program

Click here to view Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Goals US DOT 49 CFR Part 26.

Click here to view Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Goals 2021-2024.

WAA Title VI Program Title VI Discrimination Complaint Procedures

Click above to view FAA Title VI  Discrimination Complaint Process under 49 CFR Part 21.

Click here to view FAA 49 CFR Part 21 Non Discrimination in Federally-Assisted Programs of the Department of Transportation-Effectuation of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

For information on advertising at the Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport, please contact Clear Channel Airports at (800) 628-6800.

Air Cargo Services

Cargo Service – Ground Handlers

Application for Lease

Click here to view the Wichita Airport Authority Leasing Guidelines.

Application for Lease

Airport solicitations and information can be found at https://www.wichita.gov/1091/Board-of-Bids-Contracts.

You may search for Airport in the Bid Description field. To see open bids only, click in the Open Bids only box next to Bid Status.

If you wish to be registered as a vendor, complete the Registration form.

Airport rates and charges are set pursuant to the methodology established in the Airline Airport Use Agreement that is entered into by any airline serving Wichita on a signatory basis. These rates are summarized in the Schedule of Fees and Charges for the Use of Wichita Eisenhower National Airport. These rates are in effect January 1, 2025.

In order to enhance the air service at Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport, the Wichita Airport Authority adopted the Air Service Incentive Program in February 2007. It has been updated in June 2021. These incentives are designed to provide assistance to airlines to add new nonstop destinations and increased frequency to underserved destinations.

WAA Air Service Incentive Program

Incentive Categories

Airlines interested in learning more should contact Valerie Wise, Air Service and Marketing Manager at [email protected].

The Wichita Airport Authority’s Airport Badging Office is responsible for the issuance of Airport Identification to airport employees, tenants and contractors. The Airport Badging Office is located in the Airport Police & Fire Building (west of the Airport Terminal) at 2193 Air Cargo Road, Wichita, Kansas. The Airport Badging Office is open Monday thru Friday from 7:30am to 3:30pm. Please call (316) 946-4740 with any questions.

In light of increased security, all Airport Badging / Access Control policies and procedures are under continuous review, and subject to revision. Please continue to visit this site for updated policies and procedures.

How to Apply

To obtain an initial Badge at Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport, please follow the steps listed in the document below:
Steps for an INITIAL Badge

To renew your Badge at Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport, please follow the steps listed in the document below:
Steps to RENEW Badge

Forms

Airport Badge Application  (to be used for back-up purposes only)

Gate Access Form

TSA Disqualifying Crimes

Link to Authorized Signer Portal

Inspection Training Agreement

Tenant Inspection Form

 

Fee Information

  • ID Media                             $35.00
  • Fingerprint                         $55.00
  • Ramp Permit                     $20.00

If ID media is reported lost or it is returned inoperable due to badgeholder’s negligence, the fees below apply.  If a person has been issued both an ID media and a vehicle ramp permit, and either becomes unaccounted for, then both media forms shall require reissuance.

  • First Event:                         $50.00
  • Second Event:                   $100.00
  • Third Event:                      $150.00

In addition, a $50 fee will be charged for ID media not returned within three (3) days of its expiration date.

The Airport Badging Office accepts Visa, Mastercard or a Direct Billing may be established in advance.

ID Requirements

Please click here for the I-9 List of Acceptable Documents Form:

I-9 List of Acceptable Documents

All documents must be unexpired and in the same legal name.
Example: Thomas M. Black and Thomas Michael Black is okay. However, Thomas M. Black and Tom Black or Thomas M. Black, Jr. is not.

Training Schedule

Fingerprint Appointments & ID Media Training may be scheduled online effective June 21, 2022, through our new scheduling QLess system.

Monday thru Friday
7:30a.m. – 3:30p.m.

Closed the following City Holidays:

  • New Year’s Day
  • Martin Luther King Day
  • Presidents’ Day
  • Memorial Day
  • Juneteenth
  • Independence Day
  • Labor Day
  • Veterans Day
  • Thanksgiving
  • Day after Thanksgiving
  • Christmas

FAQ

Please click below for a list of Frequently Asked Questions:

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Have any questions you would like to add?  Please email [email protected]

Statistical Reports

UAS/Drones

The proper operation of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) is critical to the safety of both commercial and general aviation aircraft operating at Wichita Dwight D Eisenhower National Airport (ICT). All owners are required to understand the many regulations that address drone operations. The FAA is committed to promoting safe and responsible use of drones and UAS. There are rules and regulations to follow depending on your mission. When in doubt please call Airport Operations at (316) 946-4710 for additional assistance.

  • Register your drone with the FAA
  • Fly your drone at or below 400 feet
  • Keep your drone within your line of sight
  • Be aware of FAA airspace restrictions, for more information visit the FAA’s Airspace Restrictions page
  • If you are flying within 5 miles of an airport, know your restrictions
  • Respect privacy
  • Never fly near other aircraft, especially near airports
  • Never fly over groups of people, public events, or stadiums full of people
  • Never fly near emergencies such as fires or natural disaster recovery efforts
  • Never fly under the influence of drugs or alcohol
  • For more information please visit FAA’s Unmanned Aircraft Systems

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