Boston Parking Restrictions Are Back
Boston is getting busy again, and PPR requirements are coming back for BizAv flights at KBOS.
The PPR program is expected to run roughly from April 21 through October, similar to previous years. During this period, all non-scheduled flights (private and charter, Part 91 and 135) will need PPR, issued on a first-come-first-served basis via Signature Aviation.
It’s not just the usual summer congestion. Several construction projects are currently underway on the airfield, including electrical upgrades, taxiway rehabilitation, and other infrastructure work that may occasionally slow things down on the ground this season, as shown in the latest FAA construction outlook.
If you do get PPR, you’ll need to stick closely to your approved schedule. Signature Aviation remains the only FBO at Boston, and based on current guidance aircraft are limited to a maximum stay of 2 nights on the ground. PPR requests can currently be submitted up to 60 days before the planned flight.
If you don’t stick to the rules, there are some pretty hefty fees involved. Here’s the updated table of scary costs for getting things wrong.
Where else to go?
For drop-and-go’s, you could reposition to KBED/Bedford airport for parking. KBED looks like it could be a good option, as they are open H24 (tower is open from 07-23 LT), have a 7,000 ft runway, and the airport is only 20 miles from Boston – they do also handle international flights too, so you could always just fly there directly instead. The Signature page for KBED is here.
One other option is KBVY/Beverly airport. Flight Level Aviation is the sole FBO there, and fees can be lower than KBED. The airport only has a 5,000 ft runway, and does not have 24/7 customs coverage, but you can contact the CBP office at KBED to make arrangements. Drive time from KBVY into downtown Boston is roughly equivalent as from KBED. The Flight Level Aviation page for KBVY is here.
