Private Jets Descend on Augusta During Masters Week

Augusta Regional Airport hires more than 100 new employees and brings in more than half a million gallons of fuel during the golf tournament.

Amelia Walsh

Tuesday, April 11, 2023 at 11:53 AM ET

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Every April, a slew of private aircraft descend on Augusta Regional Airport ahead of the Masters Tournament. [Credit: Shutterstock]

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The Masters golf tournament drives an immense surge in private aircraft traffic at Augusta Regional Airport (KAGS), necessitating extensive operational expansions like hiring over 100 staff, providing half a million gallons of fuel, and closing a runway for parking.
This event is the top travel generator for private aviation companies, such as Flexjet, surpassing the Super Bowl and Kentucky Derby due to its appeal for corporate entertaining and leisure travel to a location distant from major commercial hubs.
KAGS charges significant ramp fees for heavy aircraft, and overflow private jets utilize nearby airports like Aiken Regional Airport and Daniel Field, which also experience increased activity and revenue during the Masters week.

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Every April, a slew of private aircraft descend on Augusta Regional Airport ahead of one of golf’s biggest and most iconic tournaments of the year—the Masters.

This year has been no different. Just 13 miles from the legendary Augusta National Golf Club, Augusta Regional Airport (KAGS) welcomed CEOs, celebrities, and thousands of fans ready to hit the fairway and catch a glimpse of golf’s greatest talent battling over the coveted green jacket.