Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA) offers a prospective airline a convenient and cost effective gateway for their passengers traveling to and from the Phoenix/Mesa metropolitan area. In fact, Gateway offers an airport alternative to all that Arizona has to offer.

 

The greater Phoenix/Mesa area is one of the fastest growing regions in the country and home to 64% of Arizona’s residents.  Phoenix/Mesa is also projected to increase in population and employment, surpassing the national average.

 

LOCATION:

 

Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport is located in Mesa, Arizona and is part of the Phoenix/Mesa metropolitan area – one of the fastest growing metro areas in the U.S.  Population Growth Chart  Aerial Map AZA-PHX

 

AIRPORT INFRASTRUCTURE:

 

Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport has three parallel runways Runway Aerial

·          Runway 12R – 30L – 10,401 feet

·          Runway 12C – 30C – 10,200 feet

·          Runway 12L – 30R – 9,300 feet

 

Under Construction:  Construction of the San Tan Freeway (Loop 202) has been completed.  The Red Mountain Freeway (Loop 202) is scheduled for completion in 2008.

 

AIRPORT TERMINAL:  Gateway is ready to serve the airline community with a state-of-the-art passenger terminal. The terminal has:

·          Four ticket counters

·          Four passenger gates

·          TSA ready

·          Common Use Terminal Equipment

·          Seating for over 500

·          Hotel – Airport Shuttle Service

·          Food concession

·          Free wi-fi Internet access

·          On Airport car rental

·          Extremely generous baggage carousel

·          Ground transportation providers ready to serve the airport.

 

CATCHMENT AREA:  Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport’s prime catchment area is home to over 1.2 million people.  The majority of future growth in the region is expected to come from the East Valley – the area closest to Gateway.

 

O&D MARKETS:  Gateway will serve the 6^th largest O&D market in the United States, offering an immediate opportunity for passenger service to multiple destinations.  Market Rankings

 

THE BUSINESS TRAVELER:  The Phoenix/Mesa area is home to a diverse group of businesses – many located close to Gateway including:  Intel Corporation, Motorola, and Boeing to name a few.  Large Corporation Aerial Map   Leading High-Tech Manufacturers

 

The Phoenix/Mesa metropolitan area is aggressively pursuing target industries for business growth. The potential annual business impact from five target industry clusters includes:

 

·          High Tech - $8.9 Billion    

·          Software - $5.2 Billion

·          Biotech Related Industries - $3.5 Billion

·          Aerospace & Aviation - $3.0 Billion

·          Advanced Business Services - $3.0 Billion

 

Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport offers a convenient airport alternative to the busy business traveler. 

 

THE LEISURE TRAVELER:  Arizona is a world-class leisure market that is well served from Gateway. Activities and attractions in Arizona include:

 

·          20 national parks, monuments and wildlife preserves; plus the Grand Canyon

·          267 natural and man-made lakes

·          Cross-country and downhill skiing

·          25 State historical and recreational parks

·          Preserved ruins of ancient Native American civilizations

·          Rodeos, Pioneer Day observances, Native American ceremonies and festivals, lost mines, ghost towns and dude ranches

·          Artist colonies in Bisbee, Jerome, Sedona, Lakeside, and Tubac

·          Year-round golf, tennis horseback riding, bicycling, and hiking

·          Arizona offers a great selection of diverse activities for visitors!

Mesa CVB

Arizona Department of Tourism

 

AIRPORT BENEFITS:

·          Low operating costs

·          24-hour Airport operations

·          Three parallel runways – the longest is 10,400 feet

·          No congestion and ideal year-round weather conditions – Decreased “Hassle Factor”

·          Plentiful land for on-Airport development and operations

·          Low landing fees ($0.99 per 1,000 pounds landed weight)

·          Fully staffed Air Traffic Control Tower

·          ILS on runway 30C

·          On-Airport U.S. Customs

·          Accessible interstate highways

·          Convenience of a smaller airport with shorter lines and closer parking 

 

COOPERATIVE MARKETING  - Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport has a strong commitment to bringing the best passenger air service to the East Valley. Staff is dedicated to the long-term success of the Airport and the airlines that serve our community.  We are willing to work closely with an airline to help make the start-up process a success for the airline, the airport, and the communities they serve.

 

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