"Before Jetstar we had 16 landings a day, now that's increased to 20 - with a 25 per cent increase in revenue from landing fees."
The increased aircraft movements and passengers saw total revenue increase 20.4 per cent from the previous year, reaching $5.3 million, $460,000 ahead of budget, the company's annual report said.
Profit after tax was also up and ahead of budget at $1.4m.
The company's shareholders - Hastings District Council
(24 per cent), Napier City Council (26 per cent) and the Crown (50 per cent) received a dividend between them of $527, 371 that was paid out in December last year.
The growth, however, had put demands on the airport's infrastructure, Mr Porter said.
"As a result, we invested significant time and money during the year to ensure the appropriate infrastructure is in place to manage the growth and improve our customer experience."
New developments in the last financial year included extra car parks and facilities, a new rental car and valet facility at the business park, and a new cafe.
Looking ahead, chief executive Nick Story said the number one focus would be the terminal redevelopment, including a new airport fire station, construction of which was due to start in the New Year and be completed in 2018.
Work on the secure car park would continue with the plan being to expand from 540 public car parks to 680.
"We are still thinking we need a total of 1000 spaces," he added.
In addition, progress was being made on a new entranceway to enhance road safety, in conjunction with the NZTA and Napier City Council, he said.
Car parking fees are always a contentious issue, but Mr Story said analysis had shown Hawke's Bay Airport's were favourable compared with other airports.
"It's been some time since charges were altered.
"When we are making significant contributions such as the car parks, terminal and entranceway we have to fund those off our own balance sheet, and others unfortunately have to help."