Managing an airport or FBO often means juggling separate systems for hangar planning, lease administration, and daily ramp activity. AV8 MAX, a spatial platform from AV8 Realty, changes that by bringing those jobs into one interactive 3D map of the facility. Instead of switching between spreadsheets, whiteboards, and unrelated software, teams can see their whole operation in one place, from the first sketch of a new hangar to the nightly aircraft stack.
AV8 MAX is designed for the realities of business aviation property. A vacant hangar means lost revenue, a lapsed insurance certificate creates liability, and an unbilled fuel ticket eats into margin. By connecting real estate and operations on a shared spatial map, the platform helps airports and FBOs reduce leaks, improve communication, and make better use of every square foot. It is a thoughtful, practical tool for an industry that has long relied on fragmented workflows.
What is AV8 MAX?
AV8 MAX is an all-in-one platform that follows the life of a hangar from initial planning through daily operation. It centers everything on a true-to-scale 3D map of the airport, allowing users to visualize space, market vacancies, manage leases, and run the ramp from a single source of truth. The platform is built by AV8 Realty, a woman-owned Florida brokerage with deep roots in aviation real estate and fly-in communities.
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The suite is modular, so facilities can adopt what they need and expand later. The four main pillars are HangarMAX for planning, the AV8 Realty Marketplace and TenantMAX Go for filling vacant space, TenantMAX 360 for lease and tenant management, and PlaneMAX Core and Pro for live ramp operations. Each module works on its own or as part of the full platform, giving operators flexibility without forcing a massive upfront commitment.
- HangarMAX: Plan hangars, T-hangar rows, or entire FBOs on satellite imagery with aircraft from a library of more than 2,000 types.
- AV8 Realty Marketplace & TenantMAX Go: Publish vacancies and receive verified leads matched to FAA registry records.
- TenantMAX 360: Manage leases, rent roll, insurance expirations, invoicing, and e-signature from an interactive map.
- PlaneMAX Core & Pro: Track arrivals, departures, service requests, fuel tickets, and AI-assisted hangar stacking.
What stands out
AV8 MAX is not just another property management database. Its strength lies in combining operational and commercial data on one visual map. The ability to draw hangars on real satellite imagery and see exactly how many aircraft fit with true-to-scale dimensions is a standout feature for planners and developers.
Hangar planning with real dimensions
HangarMAX lets users outline hangars, T-hangar rows, or a whole FBO on satellite imagery of the actual airport. The aircraft library includes more than 2,000 types sized to published manufacturer dimensions, so planners can see how many planes fit and avoid costly spacing mistakes before construction or reconfiguration begins.
Leasing and marketing in one flow
The marketplace and TenantMAX Go modules connect vacant space directly to AV8 Realty’s large audience of aviation buyers and renters. Each location gets a dedicated landing page, and leads are verified against FAA registry records, which saves significant time for leasing managers who would otherwise chase unqualified inquiries.
Ramp operations with AI assistance
PlaneMAX turns the ramp into a live board for arrivals, departures, and service requests. The AI-suggested hangar stacking includes true-to-scale 3D collision detection, helping line crews plan tight layouts more safely. Fuel and GPU ticket capture plus rate cards for transient stays also reduce administrative overhead.
Flat-rate pricing with no seat fees
AV8 MAX is priced as one flat rate per location, with no per-seat fees. That makes it easier for facilities to roll out to the whole team without worrying about per-user costs adding up as staff or locations grow.
Who it’s for
AV8 MAX is built for the people who manage where business aircraft live: FBO operators, airport managers, flight department managers, developers, and hangar owners. Anyone juggling a mix of paper logs, whiteboards, and disparate software for leases and operations will find value in having a single, centralized view.
It is also a good fit for smaller operators who want to professionalize their workflows without hiring a software development team. Because the modules can be added incrementally, a small FBO can start with PlaneMAX for daily operations and later add TenantMAX for leases as the business grows. The learning curve appears reasonable, especially given the visual nature of the map-based interface.
What makes it worth considering
One of the biggest advantages of AV8 MAX is the time saved by eliminating duplicate data entry. A full facility model typically takes one to three hours to build, and then that same layout drives marketing, leasing, and daily operations. The leasing manager, front desk, and line crew all work from the same picture, reducing miscommunication and friction between departments.
The platform also respects operational responsibility. AV8 MAX does not replace operator judgment; the AI tools suggest parking scenarios for planning, but hangar movements, fueling, and final stacking remain with the line and facility operators. This is a sensible approach that makes the software an assistant rather than a replacement, which should reassure safety-conscious teams.
For an aviation industry that often relies on radio calls and whiteboards, the move to a spatial, map-based system feels like a leap forward. AV8 MAX is still a young product, and as with any new software, facilities should expect a few growing pains. But the core design is solid, and the flat-rate, no-seat-fee structure makes it an accessible option for operators of all sizes.
Verdict
AV8 MAX is a well-conceived platform that fills a real gap in aviation property management. By unifying planning, leasing, and operations on one 3D map, it gives FBOs and airports a clearer way to run their facilities and maximize revenue. The modular design, practical AI assistance, and straightforward pricing make it a compelling choice for any aviation property team looking to modernize.
For facilities tired of juggling separate systems and manual updates, AV8 MAX offers a coherent, forward-looking solution. It is not just a database of properties; it is a live model of the airport that everyone can work from, plan from, and grow with. AV8 Realty has delivered a thoughtful product that deserves serious consideration from anyone managing business aviation real estate.
Frequently asked questions
AV8 MAX is an all-in-one spatial platform from AV8 Realty that helps airports, FBOs, and hangar owners plan, fill, run, and operate aviation property using a 3D map of their own facility.
The suite includes HangarMAX for planning, AV8 Realty Marketplace and TenantMAX Go for marketing and leasing, TenantMAX 360 for lease management, and PlaneMAX Core and Pro for ramp operations.
Each module works independently or as part of the full platform. Facilities can start with the plan that fits their needs and add modules a la carte as they grow.
No. AV8 MAX provides AI-suggested parking scenarios and planning tools, but hangar movements, fueling, and final stacking remain the responsibility of line and facility operators.
AV8 MAX is offered at a flat rate per location with no seat fees. Specific pricing is available directly from AV8 Realty based on the facility's needs.
Interested teams can visit av8max.com to book a 3D facility demo, where the team can model the visitor's own airport true to scale.
