Client Spotlight: Victoria Regional Airport

Victoria Regional Airport (VCT) in Victoria, Texas has engaged Steven Baldwin Associates (SBA) to conduct a governance review and assessment. Currently owned and operated by Victoria County, the review will explore whether transitioning to an authority governance model could improve efficiency, flexibility, and alignment with long-term economic goals.

VCT, formerly Foster Air Force Base, has a proud history dating back to 1941 when it trained fighter pilots during World War II. The airport was also reactivated during the Korean War, cementing its place in U.S. aviation history.

Today, VCT spans 1,766 acres and is classified by the FAA as a Regional Commercial Service Airport. In 2021, it supported 6,608 passenger enplanements and 55,337 aircraft operations. It currently provides service to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) through the Essential Air Service Program.

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Governance Review and Next Steps

The SBA-led review will assess VCT’s current operations, structure, and financial condition. Research will then focus on how an authority governance model could:

• Enhance efficiency in operations

• Improve financial sustainability

• Expand regional stakeholder participation

• Support long-term strategic and economic development

This analysis will provide recommendations and guide structured dialogue among airport stakeholders. SBA is proud to partner with VCT in exploring governance models that best support the airport’s role as a regional economic engine.

SBA Governance Expertise

Governance is one of SBA’s core competencies. In the past decade, SBA has supported more FAA-approved governance transfers than any other consulting firm, including creating new models and assisting with Part 139 operating certificate applications.

Past governance projects include work with Cherry Capital Airport (MI), Gerald R. Ford International Airport (MI), Syracuse Hancock International Airport (NY), Asheville Regional Airport (NC), St. Cloud Regional Airport (MN), Battle Creek Executive Airport (MI), and Lynchburg Regional Airport (VA).

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About Steven Baldwin Associates

Steven Baldwin Associates focuses exclusively on airport management consulting, offering expertise in governance, executive recruitment, organizational assessments, and strategic planning. With decades of hands-on experience, SBA helps airports nationwide adopt best practices and achieve long-term growth.

📧 Contact SBA at info@baldwinllc.com or call (518) 478-6321 ext. 101.

FAQs

1. What is SBA doing for Victoria Regional Airport?
Conducting a governance review to explore a potential transition to an authority governance model.

2. Why is governance important for VCT?
It could improve efficiency, stakeholder engagement, and regional economic growth.

3. What is VCT’s historical significance?
It was originally Foster Air Force Base, training fighter pilots during WWII and reactivated in the Korean War.

4. How is VCT classified by the FAA?
As a Regional Commercial Service Airport.

5. What services does VCT currently provide?
Passenger service to IAH through the Essential Air Service Program.

6. What governance projects has SBA completed?
Projects for airports in Michigan, New York, North Carolina, and Minnesota, among others.

Conclusion

The governance review at Victoria Regional Airport highlights how Steven Baldwin Associates continues to guide airports toward more efficient, sustainable governance models. By leveraging its deep expertise, SBA is helping VCT and its stakeholders evaluate opportunities for long-term growth and community impact.