Attention Aviation Investors Interested in Owning an FBO
Attention Aviation Investors Interested in Owning an FBO
Strategic Business Hub: Excellent location offering easy access to downtown Houston, the Houston Ship Channel, major refineries, NASA's Johnson Space Center, Clear Lake area, Ellington Airport, and Hobby Airport.
High Demand & Occupancy: All existing T-hangars are fully leased, with an active waiting list, ensuring consistent demand.
Unique Investment Opportunity
Seize this rare opportunity to own and operate a Fixed Base Operation (FBO) at La Porte Municipal Airport (T41), located in La Porte, TX. Historically serving as the overflow field for Houston’s renowned Ellington Field Joint Reserve Base (now Ellington Airport - KEFD), this airport is strategically positioned for business and aviation enthusiasts alike.
La Porte Municipal Airport offers spectacular aerial views and close proximity to key Houston-area landmarks, including Clear Lake, Galveston Bay, downtown Houston, NASA, and major industrial hubs.
Property Features
Ownership includes the following improvements situated on a city-owned ground lease:
Large Hangar Facility:
Approximately 60' x 100' hangar with integrated paint booth
Air-conditioned office area, restroom, and warehouse/storage space (approximately 30' x 80')
Office and Parts Storage Building:
Approximately 30' x 40', air-conditioned with restroom
Conveniently attached to a T-hangar structure
T-Hangar Buildings:
Building One (approx. 35' x 210'):
7 fully enclosed T-hangar spaces
Attached air-conditioned office spaces with restrooms on both Northwest and Southeast ends
Building Two (approx. 38' x 208'):
6 fully enclosed T-hangars
Two office spaces, each end equipped with air-conditioning and restrooms
Building Three (approx. 56' x 208'):
5 enclosed T-hangars
4 covered tie-down spaces
Two office spaces, each end featuring air-conditioning and restrooms
Additional Amenities:
5 existing open-air tie-down spaces, with abundant room for further expansion
Significant open land available for future construction or additional development
Exclusions
The property sale includes improvements only, as the land is leased from the city (ground lease).
The existing FBO business, business name, equipment, and parts inventory are not included in the sale.
The City of La Porte will renew the ground lease for an additional 25-year term with the new owner.
Investment Potential
Consistently high occupancy rate with all T-hangar spaces currently leased and demand exceeding availability
Existing office spaces generating revenue
Ideal infrastructure setup for various aviation-focused enterprises
Substantial undeveloped land available for future business growth and expansion