2019 – A PARTNER TO THE BOCA RATON COMMUNITY
In the wake of Hurricane Dorian, the Boca Raton Customs facility assisted in rendering aid for nearly 300 flights over the course of approximately two and a half months.
2018 – Connecting Boca Raton to the World
The U.S. Customs Border and Protection facility opens, enabling international flights to land directly at Boca Raton Airport. The 4,400-square-foot facility is designed to meet all federal security standards for international arrivals and was awarded a LEED certification for its environmentally responsible features.
2017 – SUPPORTING STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT
The BRAA collaborates with the George Snow Scholarship Fund to develop the Boca Raton Airport Scholarship, supporting Palm Beach County students pursuing careers in aviation and aerospace. Present: The George Snow Scholarship Fund honored the BRAA with the Corporate Community Service Award on February 11, 2023, acknowledging the Airport’s contributions to education over the [...]
2015 – ADMINISTRATION BUILDING IS COMPLETED
Nearly 10,000 square feet, the Airport Authority Administration Building is constructed to meet LEED Silver Certification standards and marks an achievement in energy-efficiency and sustainable design.
2014 – ATLANTIC AVIATION ACQUIRES BOCA AVIATION AND ESTABLISHES A BASE AT BCT
Atlantic Aviation marks its entry into the Florida aviation market with the acquisition of five Florida FBOs, including Boca Aviation at BCT. The acquisition both expands Atlantic Aviation's U.S. footprint and further solidifies BCT's status as a hub for major players in the general aviation industry.
2014 – LOOKING TO THE FUTURE
Clara Bennett joins the BRAA as Executive Director. Present: Today, Clara continues to propel the Boca Raton Airport Authority to new heights of success and innovation, leading efforts such as the development of a $50 million Capital Improvement Plan to enhance facilities and services, the new U.S. Customs and Border Protection Facility, various safety [...]
2011 – SIGNATURE FLIGHT SUPPORT ACQUIRES AVITAT AND ESTABLISHES A BASE AT BCT
Signature Flight Support, the world’s largest fixed base operator, joins the roster of Boca Raton Airport tenants upon its acquisition of Avitat Boca Raton, Inc. The acquisition includes a state-of-the-art FBO facility featuring a 17,000 sq. ft. terminal and 72,000 sq. ft. of hangar space, expanding Signature's global network and underscoring BCT's role as a [...]
2005 – TESTING THE AIRPORT’S RESILIENCE
The Boca Raton Airport suffers more than $12 million in damage when Hurricane Wilma passed through in October of 2005.
2000 – FAIRFIELD INN AND SUITES OPENS IN BOCA RATON
Marriott’s Fairfield Inn and Suites joins the Boca Raton Airport’s roster of nonaeronautical tenants. The hotel provides a convenient place to stay for passengers and flight crews utilizing the Boca Raton Airport, local tourists, and prospective students visiting Florida Atlantic University.
1994 – BOOMERS OPENS FIRST LOCATION AT THE AIRPORT
The Airport becomes home to the first Boomers location, expanding its tenant base beyond the aviation industry. The advent of Boomers on BCT land spotlights the Airport’s commercial potential and captures public attention. Present: Since then, other significant nonaeronautical tenants like Cinemark and City Furniture have joined Boomers on BCT property. Revenue generated through [...]