Oxford Aviation Services Limited, which manages the Kidlington airport, has seen a rise in turnover to £17.3 million, up from £16.5 million, due to increased rental income from new hangars and airport services.
The company’s strategic push to be the “VIP airport of choice” for customers in south east England has been a key factor in this growth.
Operating profit also saw a significant rise, reaching £1.2 million, up from £793,489, attributed to the management’s focus on providing a “first-class VIP experience” and continued investment in infrastructure.
Cash reserves at the end of the year were robust at £3.3 million, up from £2.2 million, newly published accounts reveal.
However, there is still a post-tax loss of £2.03 million, albeit improved from a £2.68 million loss the previous year.
There are 87 people employed by the airport, which cost £4,898,671 last year – up almost £100,000 despite seven fewer people employed.
Significant investments have been made to modernise airport facilities and infrastructure, including the construction of new buildings.
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These modernisation efforts are aimed at enhancing amenities for both existing and potential new tenants.
A new aircraft hangar, completed earlier this year, has increased available hangarage capacity for aircraft owners and operators at the airport.
Since April 2025, the ground handling and refuel functions have been outsourced to a specialist ground handling agent with expertise in training programmes for these crucial support roles.
The company faces various risks, including financial, commercial, and operating risks, the account sheet says.
Financial risks are managed through regular monitoring of trade debtor balances, and reviewing credit terms for all customers.
The company’s loan facilities have been agreed at appropriate levels given the company’s forecasted operating cashflows, loan repayments, expected future capital expenditure and trading income.
In a competitive market, the company faces the risk of losing customers due to economic challenges.
This risk is mitigated by not relying on a single customer and maintaining a ‘high standard of VIP service’.
The potential tenants and customers are assessed for covenant strength on a case-by-case basis, and security is obtained for leased space in the form of a rental deposit or guarantee.
Tenants are regularly reviewed to monitor payment and trading patterns.
Operating risks are measured and mitigated through a comprehensive safety management system, which is regularly assessed by management, directors, and the UK Civil Aviation Authority.
The company says it continues to pursue strategic aims of increasing built rental space to provide more revenue, jobs, and training for local communities.
Aircraft movements are not expected to increase dramatically over the next decade, the directors said in their report.
Auditors tasked with reviewing the business said they would not find any reason for concern.
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