Kemp Jet Services of Ogden, Utah, has joined the Avfuel network of FBOs to offer Avfuel Contract Fuel, AVTRIP points and more. Kemp Jet Services is a full-service FBO serving the greater Salt Lake area. The FBO offers state-of-the-art fueling services, hangar facilities, flight-officer amenities, two restaurants and more. Visitors can enjoy a quick sandwich […]
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Charles Buckland named GM of Landmark Aviation at AVL
Charles (Chuck) Buckland has been named the General Manager of Landmark Aviation’s Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) location. “With 19 years of experience in general aviation, Chuck is the ideal leader for our thriving general aviation market in Asheville,” Landmark Aviation Regional Vice President Jim McNeill said. “I am certain he and his team will continue […]
Rick Wielebski named GM of Landmark Aviation at BFI
Rick Wielebski has been named the general manager of Landmark Aviation’s Boeing Field/King County International Airport (BFI) location. “I am pleased to have Rick as part of the Landmark Aviation team,” Regional Vice President Charlie Ferraro said. “His industry knowledge and experience make him a key addition, not only to our BFI location, but to the […]
GlobalAir.com displays Oshkosh specials
Globalair.com has launched its annual “Oshkosh Specials” page. Since 2010 Globalair.com has produced this seasonal webpage, giving flyers heading to EAA’s AirVenture the ability to review discounts and special deals offered from FBOs nationwide. Jeff Carrithers, president and CEO of Globalair.com, explains, “FBOs across the nation know Oshkosh is right around the corner and they […]
Historic Alaskan company joins Avfuel network
PRUDHOE BAY, Alaska — Colville, Inc. has joined the Avfuel FBO network. Founded in the 1950s by pioneer bush pilot, Bud Helmericks, to serve Alaska’s unique needs, Colville is a part of the state’s rich, fascinating history. Colville’s Flight Operations Center now offers AVTRIP points and Avfuel Contract Fuel to participating customers. “We are pleased to […]
New FBO opens at ILM
WILMINGTON, N.C. — AviatMall has opened its FBO at Wilmington International Airport (ILM). Fuel and related services will be supplied by Avfuel. Various welcome events and promotions will take place in the coming weeks, according to FBO officials. Andy Mansoor, president of Brixtel Group, AviatMall’s holding company, said that customers visiting the new FBO in the coming […]
Million Air Calgary joins Avfuel network
CALGARY, ALBERTA, Canada — Million Air Calgary has joined Avfuel’s network of branded FBOs. As an Avfuel-branded dealer, Million Air Calgary will have access to Avfuel’s proprietary operational and training systems, as well as offering Avfuel Contract Fuel and participating in the AVTRIP loyalty rewards program. The FBO facilities consist of a 7,500-square-foot FBO building and two […]
Banyan technicians honored on AMT Day
Banyan Air Service at Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport (FXE) celebrated its 9th annual AMT Day on Friday, May 23. AMT Day pays tribute to Charles E. Taylor, the first Aircraft Maintenance Technician (AMT), who built Orville and Wilbur Wright’s engine. Dave Valenta, Banyan’s director of maintenance, organized the lunch-time event and gave an overview of […]
West Star Aviation opens new maintenance facility at ALN
West Star Aviation’s latest expansion, a new 47,000-square-foot maintenance facility at its East Alton, Ill., (ALN) location, is now open. A ceremonial ribbon cutting and open house was held May 13, to celebrate the completion of the new facility and commemorate the milestone expansion. The open house was held at the new hangar, where St. Louis […]