Special Events Permit Application
Any APPLICANT (tenant, non-tenant, or otherwise) seeking to host a Special Event on any San Bernardino
International Airport Authority (SBIAA) property or leasehold area MUST obtain written approval from the agency’s
Executive Director as a prerequisite to hosting any such event. To initiate the approval process, APPLICANT
must submit a completed Special Event Permit Application at least fteen (15) calendar days prior to the
proposed event to the following address:
Events@SBDairport.com
or by using the submit button at the end of the application
Upon receipt of the Special Event Permit Application, Airport Sta will contact the APPLICANT to obtain additional
information as necessary to determine the specic requirements of to the event. Note: The APPLICANT is
responsible for providing all event details to the SBIAA Events Coordinator.
The following requirements must be satised prior to the approval of a SBIAA Special Event Permit
Application:
• Proof of insurance as required by SBIAA. Note: Do not submit any insurance with the Application. The SBIAA
Events Coordinator will initiate contact to obtain documentation satisfying SBIAA’s insurance requirements
for the particular event. APPLICANT must submit valid proof of insurance to SBIAA (meeting the
requirements for a particular event) at least 5 business days prior to the event.
• If SBIAA determines that Airport Operations, Security, or Maintenance Personnel are necessary to support
the event, APPLICANT will be advised of the anticipated number of personnel, and the hourly rates for such
personnel as may change from time to time, without prior notication or consent of APPLICANT. Note: The
actual cost of SBIAA personnel in support of the Special Event will be determined and shall, at the sole
discretion of SBIAA, be paid in advance, or billed to the APPLICANT after the event.
• Fees/charges are a prerequisite for approval of a Special Event Permit, and shall include, but are not limited to:
1. Special Event Permit Fee: $250/day. Applicable to any revenue producing Special Event (revenue
includes: sponsorships, advertising, fees, charges, or any other source of income producing revenue
relating to the Special Event).
2. Property use: Fees will be based on current SBIAA property rates.
3. Non-leasehold parking lots, based upon availability:
• 0 – 100 spaces = $600/day
• 100 – 200 spaces = $1,000/day
• 200 – 300 spaces = $1,500/day
4. Equipment use, and any other applicable fees: Varies based upon type and quantity.
• Written approval from the Executive Director.
NOTE:
• If you are lming your event for commercial purposes, you will require a permit from the City of San
Bernardino. If you are displaying reworks or conducting a burn, you will require a permit for the County
of San Bernardino Fire Department.
Should you have questions prior to submitting your application, please contact
Monette Mendoza, Assitant FBO Manager and Events Coordinator, at (909) 382-6068