Aiken Aviation

Masters Information

MASTERS INFORMATION

Please call (803) 648-7803 if you need assistance or wish to speak to a Customer Service Representative.

Aiken Aviation welcomes you to the 2024 Masters Tournament! You will be pleasantly surprised at how easy and convenient it is to fly in and out of Aiken–plus we are an easy, non-congested drive (about 27 minutes) on Interstate 20 to get to the Augusta National. You will be delighted by our prompt and personalized attention along with our Southern hospitality. We are well-known for our superior customer service and we will strive to make your trip to Aiken, SC a memorable one.

2024 Masters Tournament General Aviation Parking at KAIK:

Aiken Aviation has abundant space for aircraft parking and can accommodate your quick turn needs. We have the equipment necessary (including tow bars and large tugs) to handle all levels of aircraft up to a Global Express. We do recommend parking reservations for the Masters tournament. Please contact a Customer Service Representative at 803-648-7803.

To manage your own trip details, please select Make Your Reservation which will take you to the Aiken Aviation FlightBridge page where you can enter your arrival and departure information under your account or as a guest. Please include all flight details including handling and fuel requests.

  • Enjoy the control in managing all of your parking reservations by setting up your own account—make changes at your convenience.
  • Enjoy the peace of mind knowing that when you’ve made the decision to come to Aiken, you will not be turned away.
  • Enjoy the hassle-free convenience of being able to drive straight out to your aircraft.

Ramp Fees

Daily Ramp Fees are assessed according to aircraft weight.
ALL RAMP FEES ARE WAIVED WITH AN EQUIVALENT FUEL PURCHASE.

Type of Aircraft

Daily Ramp Fee*

Piston Single Engine

$50.00

Piston Multi Engine

$125.00

Turboprop

$225.00

Small Jet (under 20,000 lbs.)

$400.00

Medium Jet (20,000-30,000 lbs.)

$750.00

Large Jet (30,000-50,000 lbs.)

$1,000.00

Heavy Jet (50,000 lbs. or more)

$1,500.00

*$1.00 per gallon of fuel purchased will be deducted from your Total Daily Ramp Fees. 

Pilot Information

Please note that the Aiken Regional Airport (AIK) will be a 

VFR Tower Controlled Field during the dates & hours listed below:

Wednesday April 10: 0700-2000 Local

Thursday April 11: 0700-2000 Local

Friday April 12: 0700-2000 Local

Saturday April 13: 0700-2000 Local

Sunday April 14: 0700-2100 Local

Call Sign is “Aiken Tower”  – Tower Frequency is (123.6)

All aircraft after clearing the Runway will be switched by the Control Tower to the Ramp Frequency (122.775) for Parking and any other Parking assistance; please communicate with the “Follow Me” vehicle when switched over.

All IFR Departure Clearances and Departure Releases will be issued by “Aiken Tower” – This is a full-Service Tower. Please read the Masters NOTAM prior to your arrival.

Runway Information:

The Aiken Regional Airport has two lighted asphalt runways. Runway 07/25 is 5500 x 100 ft. with PAPI lights and has ILS and RNAV (GPS) approaches. Runway 01/19 is 3800 x 75 ft.
Please note that Runway 01/19 will be closed from April 6-16, 2024 for aircraft parking.

Airport Communications:
Unicom: 122.8
Ramp Frequency: 122.775
Please switch to the ramp frequency after landing to communicate with the “Follow Me” vehicle for parking assistance.

FBO Check-in:
All pilots are requested to check in at the FBO Customer Service counter on arrival to provide local contact information, service requirements, and departure information to aid in providing timely service and managing the ramp space.

Hours and Staffing:
For your convenience during the Masters, Aiken Aviation offers extended line and customer service hours and additional staffing to offer personalized attention to our customers.

Amenities:

  • WiFi and telephones with comfortable customer lounge areas
  • Pilot lounge
  • Flight planning room
  • Quiet room
  • Complimentary meals and beverages are available for flight crews from April 8 – 14, 2024.
  • Televisions are located throughout the terminal to allow viewing of Direct TV channels to include the live coverage of the tournament.
Fuel Orders:

Aiken Aviation offers Titan Aviation Fuels Jet-A and 100LL fuel products. Our jet fuel is premixed for your convenience. As a Titan Aviation Fuels dealer, Aiken Aviation participates in Titan’s contract fuel program for corporate and private operators. Please contact Titan Aviation Fuels directly at contractfuel@titanfuels.aero for more information or visit Titan Aviation Fuels to set up a contract fuel account.

Towing Aircraft: Aiken Aviation has plenty of room for aircraft parking; however, there may be times when line personnel need to move parked aircraft to make the most efficient use of ramp space or to move up an aircraft to prepare for departure. Pilots are requested to leave their aircraft configured to tow. When you check in at the FBO customer service counter, please indicate if your aircraft is not configured to tow, if you would like to be contacted before moving your aircraft, or if you have special concerns about towing the aircraft. For your convenience, we have wheel chocks available.

Ramp (Parking) Area:
Ramp (parking) areas are congested with aircraft, vehicles, and pedestrians. The ramps are non-movement areas and are not controlled by Air Traffic Control (ATC). Pilots operating in these areas do so at their own risk. When taxiing in a parking area, be alert for parked aircraft, taxiing aircraft, aircraft with engines running, and vehicle and pedestrian traffic. Taxiing during hours of darkness or limited visibility is more demanding and requires greater attention. Pilots are reminded to contact Aiken Unicom (122.8) prior to entering an active taxiway.

Landing Fees:
The City of Aiken does not impose fees on any aircraft landing at the Aiken Regional Airport regardless of weight or size.

Helicopter Traffic:
Helicopter traffic will not use the normal designated helicopter parking area. Helicopter pilots should follow the line personnel instructions and anticipate parking in the flagged grass areas.

Restricted Operations:
Formation flights, practice approaches, and touch-and-go operations are prohibited from April 7-16, 2024.

Rental Car & Catering information

Ground Transportation: Enterprise Rental Car will be on site and located at the service counter at the back half of the FBO building to handle your rental car needs. Please call Enterprise at (803) 641-0135 to make your car reservations. Multiple taxi and limousine companies are also available for your transportation needs. All rental companies allow drop offs and pickups at AIK.

Blue Collard is a local business with years of inflight catering experience. They offer freshly prepared meals that can be completed with salads, snacks, and sweets and fit into a wide variety of dietary restrictions and tastes. To set up your catering order, please call 803-679-0115 (press 2 for the market) or email your order to bluecollardair@gmail.com Due to high demand during the tournament, please allow at least 24 hours advance for catering orders.