Aeronautical rates must cover which of the following?

Aeronautical rates are designed to ensure that the airport can recover the costs associated with the services and infrastructure it provides directly related to aircraft operations. This includes critical activities like snow removal, which is essential for maintaining safe runway and taxiway conditions during winter weather.

The costs of providing these facilities are directly tied to the operation of the airport and are considered necessary for the safe and efficient movement of aircraft. Therefore, these costs must be covered by aeronautical rates, as they directly relate to the primary functions of the airport.

While passenger amenities, marketing expenses, and salaries of airport management staff are important for the overall operation and attractiveness of the airport, they typically fall under non-aeronautical revenue streams and funding mechanisms rather than aeronautical rates directly.