Recent Developments At Business Aviation Facilities

Premier Private Jets Acquires Aviation Sales

Premier Private Jets, a charter, FBO and MRO service provider, has acquired Aviation Sales, an FBO at Dayton International Airport in Vandalia, Ohio.

The acquisition, which will be rebranded as part of the Premier network, expands Premier Private Jets FBO capabilities and its presence in the Dayton area, it says. The acquisition also includes an FBO at the Oakland County International Airport in Pontiac, Michigan, near Detroit. Premier Private Jets, founded in 2013, is based in Stuart, Florida.

Atlantic Aviation Buyers Vertiport Developers

Atlantic Aviation acquired Ferrovial Vertiports from Spanish infrastructure developer Ferrovial for an undisclosed price.

Atlantic, one of the largest fixed-based operator networks in the U.S., said the acquisition positions it to be at the forefront of introducing electric vertical-take-off-and-landing (eVTOL) aircraft when they begin commercial operations. In January 2024, Atlantic announced partnerships with eVTOL developers Beta Technologies and Joby Aviation to install charging stations at several airport locations in California, New York and the Gulf Coast.

In October 2024, Atlantic extended its concession agreement with New York City’s Economic Development Corp. and the city of New York to operate at the 34th Street Heliport, where it is upgrading the utility infrastructure and installing charging stations to support eVTOL operations.

Now a wholly owned subsidiary of Atlantic Aviation, Ferrovial Vertiports will do business as Vertiports by Atlantic. Kevin Cox, formerly Ferrovial Vertiports CEO, has been named chief executive of the subsidiary, which is based in Dallas.

Eve Air Mobility, Signature Aviation Partner On AAM

Eve Air Mobility, an eVTOL manufacturer and FBO provider Signature Aviation have signed a memorandum of understanding to research the ecosystem requirements and ground services that will be needed to support and scale advanced air mobility ground operations in a safe and efficient way, they say. They will leverage their expertise in aircraft and passenger services to gain insight on ground service needs, local knowledge, private aviation terminal operations and passenger services to guide the procedures and ecosystem required for eVTOLs to launch and to scale, says Luiz Mauad, Eve Air Mobility vice president of services, operations solutions, strategic design and ecosystem.

International Flight Center’s New Miami FBO

International Flight Center opened its new FBO terminal at Miami Executive Airport (KTMB).

According to International Flight Center (IFC), the new 10,500-ft.² facility offers lounges, private conference space, a cafe, full private snooze rooms and accommodations for both crew and passengers.

The new terminal will take advantage of IFC’s newly built 84,000-ft.² hangar complex that offers short- and long-term leases, accommodating aircraft as large as a Bombardier Global 8000. Each hangar measures in at 28,000 ft.² and is equipped with foam-free fire suppression and 480V power outlets.

IFC’s facility also includes 550,000 ft.² of ramp space and offers preferred charter, fuel and maintenance pricing through Corporate Air Charters and Propel Aviation, its sister companies. 

Briefs

Freeman Jet Center completed renovations at its facility at Acadiana Regional Airport (KARA). The innovation includes an additional 2,000 ft.², transforming the previous two-story layout into a single-story design with 17-foot ceilings. “Our newly renovated facility is a reflection of Freeman Jet Center’s dedication to delivering exceptional service and comfort to our guest,” said Scott Freeman, CEO of Freeman Holdings Group. “We are excited to welcome customers to our upgraded amenities and invite them to enjoy the vibrant local culture woven into every detail.”

Signature Aviation has opened its newly renovated private terminal at Huntsville International Airport (HSV) in Alabama. According to Signature, the terminal’s design was partly inspired by the city’s “Rocket City” moniker, highlighting the area’s aerospace and aviation roots. The renovation added more than 2,500 ft.² of space for guests, including a redesigned entrance and ramp expansion.

Vantage Aviation in Rifle, Colorado, in partnership with Business Aviation Group, will begin construction on a FBO featuring a 40,000 ft.² hangar and a 25,000 ft.² hangar with premier lobby. The Garfield County Board of County Commissioners approved the development, which includes an expanded apron, doubling of fuel storage on the airfield and heated hangars with a deicing pad. Construction will begin in summer 2025 with completion expected in late 2026. Under the plan the apron and parking areas will expand by nearly 25%.

ExecuJet in partnership with FBO provider Jetset, announced plans to expand its business footprint in Europe and the Mediterranean Sea through establishing itself in the Hellenic Republic. According to ExecuJet, the company will offer more than 9,000 movements to Greek locations per year with a “reinforced offer” in the summer.