FBOs around the world

North Texas Regional Airport 10,720-sq-ft FBO terminal is now open to the public. Amenities at the Rise Aviation FBO include a passenger lobby with multiple seating areas, refreshment bar, 12-seat conference room, business center, pilot lounge, quiet room, flight-planning area, on-site car rental, and 1,750 sq ft of tenant suites. The FBO also provides 850 sq ft of office space for the airport administration.

A new suite of hangars are set to start construction later this year at a Colorado airport. Business Aviation Group was awarded a project to develop nine general and business aviation hangars at Yampa Valley Regional Airport (KHDN). They will be going near the Atlantic Aviation FBO that is already established there. The project is expected to start in earnest with physical groundbreaking in November 2022. Construction is then expected to be completed for fourth-quarter 2023. The scope of this project will have the construction of two 120-foot-by-120-foot large hangars; three 80-foot-by-60-foot medium hangars; and four 60-foot-by-60-foot small hangars. The medium and large hangars will accommodate midsize, super-midsize, and large jets, and feature office space and restrooms, as well as LED lighting, energy-efficient insulation, and solar power.

Modern Aviation has taken up the FBO that was occupied by Elliott Aviation at Des Moines International Airport in Iowa. "We are very excited about our new operation in Des Moines," said Modern Aviation CEO Mark Carmen. "Elliott Aviation has a long history of providing outstanding customer service to its customers through its highly experienced and long-tenured employees, all of whom have joined Modern." THis acquisition now brings the Modern Aviation properties to 13 in the U.S and territories.

Sheltair is pouring investment into infrastructure at KBJC (Denver Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport ). It just opened a new hangar there and broke ground for three more. The $12 million Hangar B project has approximately 30,240 sq ft of space and a 28-foot-high door opening. G650 size aircraft can easily be accommodated. To complement that hangar 48,000 sq ft of ramp space was created along with 94 vehicle parking spaces, 16 of which are covered. Electric vehicle charging stations are also available for Sheltair customers.

A unique-looking FBO and hangar facility is soon coming to Miami's Opa Locka Executive airport. If the final phases of the work completes on time then it is expected to open in December 2022. It has a unique 'V' or winged look with the FBO passenger terminal in the middle and hangar space in the 'wings'. The FBO terminal accounts for 15,000 sq ft of space while the available hangars take up 60,000 sq ft totaling 75,000 sq ft. The FBO terminal includes a large lobby and four private luxury boarding lounges with direct access to the ramp. It also will have 5,000 sq ft of space dedicated for crew, including three full-size snooze room suites. Additionally, there will be a covered garage with electric vehicle charging stations for customers. "Embassair’s FBO is one of the most innovative terminals in the world and a true work of art," said Frank Devaux, Founder and CEO, Embassair. "It is based on Embassair’s values of innovation, luxury, and security."

Million Air has finished the acquisition of the former Marathon Jet Center at the Marathon International Airport (KMTH). Now the facility is Million Air branded.

Skyservice new FBO in Oregon has opened to the public after construction wrapped-up. This Friday, the Canadian company expects to have a grand-opening ceremony for the new FBO at the Redmond Municipal Airport-Roberts Field (KRDM). Some notes about the new FBO facility...,it has 7,000-sq-ft FBO terminal with passenger and pilot lounges, refreshment bar, snooze room, flight-planning area, 16-seat conference room, concierge, hotel shuttle, and on-site car rental.

Next month Alliance Aviation Services will debut its new FBO at the Fort Worth Alliance Airport (KAFW). "The new FBO…uniquely positions us for the growing demand for an elite, private flying experience," explained Alliance Aviation Companies president Christian Childs. "Pilots and passengers will soon have access to expanded amenities and the highest level of customer service they’ve become accustomed to over the years."

Sheltair is trying to create a presence in Texas by moving a facility there. In fact the company created its 15th location by acquiring U.S Jet Center, located at Denton Enterprise Airport (KDTO). It is the first facility the Florida-based provider has in Texas and in fact it is only the second location it has west of the Mississippi. "The acquisition of our newest location is a testament to Sheltair’s commitment to expanding west and serving the general aviation community beyond the East Coast," explained company president and CEO Lisa Holland. "We look forward to supporting the continued economic growth of the Denton community and providing the nation’s leading general aviation services and amenities."

FlightServ has opened a brand new permanent FBO in Trenton, New Jersey at the Trenton Mercer Airport (KTTN). The work done there cost approximately 30 million dollars to complete. The work in part replaces the 1950s era 2,000 sq ft terminal lounge that was there before with a new 30,000 sq ft two level facility that contains all the modern FBO conveniences that you would expect an FBO to have today. It also has an 80,000 sq ft hangar to house some of the jets it caters for which includes the largest purpose-built long range jets in service today. "When we established ourselves on the field five years ago, our goal was to serve the region’s aircraft with the caliber of services and amenities they deserved but had yet to see," said Robbie Hunter, the company’s v-p of operations. "Our first-rate services are now reflected in first-rate accommodations, providing the ultimate Northeast gateway to business and leisure."

Embassair, is about to open a brand new FBO at Miami Opa-locka Executive Airport (KOPF). Now that January is almost over the official opening on the 1st of February will take place after approximately two years of construction. The new facility cost around $50 million and has lines that were drawn by world-class architect Jacques Rougerie. The 25,000 sq ft space has an atrium lobby with nearly 30-foot ceilings. There is an adjoining 60,000 sq ft hangar space too for housing the latest jets. The terminal has all the creature comforts and facilities expected of an FBO in 2023.

There is a new hangar currently being built in the state of Wisconsin at the Chippewa Valley Regional Airport (KEAU). It is a large hangar that is anticipated to be completed by the middle of 2023. Construction on the facility commenced in September 2022 and will be operated by Hawthorne Global Aviation Services which is the sole FBO at the field. The new hangar is twice as large as its previous hangar at 47,000 sq ft. The previous was in the region of 24,000 sq ft. With the added space the company will be able to accommodate long range jets where as before it was confined to sheltering midsize category.

Riviera airport is in the news as it recently celebrated 100 years. The airport is in a place called Savona, Italy and is considered to be the crossroads of France, Monaco and Italy. "We want to invest, build hangars, and transform this location into a major hub for general and private aviation," said Clemens Toussaint, a shareholder and v-p of Riviera Airport. "There is significant traffic from private jets on the Italian and French Riviera, so we want to position ourselves as an alternative. " Hadid International Services runs the FBO there since 2021, below is a look at how the terminal looks.

Stellar Aviation has broken ground on an FBO facility at the Reno-Tahoe International Airport. The 25 million dollar facility will have a pair of 30,000 sq ft heated hangars and a 5,000 sq ft passenger terminal. The first phase of construction is anticipated to finish by mid-2024.

A look at the newly completed Atlantic Aviation terminal at the Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport. It comprises a 7,000 sq ft building and 170,000-sq-ft of aircraft storage space spread among its 24 hangars capable of sheltering aircraft up to a Bombardier Global 7500.

Here is a look at what the Atlantic Aviation FBO coming in Nashville at the Nashville International Airport (KBNA) will look like when it completes later this year. It will feature a new 12,000 sq ft terminal replacing the old 8.600 sq ft one. All the expected creature comforts and amenities of a modern FBO will be available at the new FBO when it comes in to service towards the end of the year. Passengers can look forward to a lounge area, cafe, private VIP lounge, business center, kitchen, crew lounge with snooze rooms, and showers. Of course there will be a high-end passenger lobby to greet and wave-off guests as the come and depart the FBO. The staff at the FBO will be afforded an expanded training area, locker rooms, and a line-service office.

Skyservice has opened an FBO location in Vancouver. "Vancouver is an essential hub for Canadian commerce and recreation and a key location for our clients," said company president and CEO Benjamin Murray. "We intend to make further investments at the airport, including expanding our hangar footprint, providing on-site maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) capabilities, and operating sustainability initiatives."

Milwaukee General Mitchell International Airport (KMKE) has received its third FBO.

Million Air is expanding again this time in Alabama at the Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport. They will have a new $32 million on a new 94,000-sq-ft FBO complex there on the site on a 22 year lease. 10,000-sq-ft will be the passenger terminal, two 30,000-sq-ft hangars as well as a 24,000-sq-ft hangar for smaller aircraft. “We are proud to partner with the Birmingham Airport Authority, whose commitments to the airport’s growth and development are paralleled with our own,” said Million Air CEO Roger Woolsey. “We are confident we can deliver a facility, level of service, and amenities that will be unrivaled at this airport.”

Signature has commenced the construction of an FBO at the Huntesville International Airport. It will replace the 55 year old FBO structure that has been there. Signature is spending 11.3 million dollars on the works there to include ramp expansion, a new larger 8,000 sq ft terminal to replace the 5,000 sq ft one. “The groundbreaking ceremony for Signature’s new KHSV facility is helping highlight the importance of Huntsville as a destination for private aviation and as a key hub for aerospace, defense, and information technology,” explained Marty Kretchman, Signature’s senior v-p of operations. “We’re thrilled to be kickstarting the next step in our efforts to serve our customers and the Huntsville community.” Completion is earmarked for miod-2024.