Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport is an Engine for Economic Growth

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Long known as a must-see vacation destination, today, Fort Lauderdale is also the heart of a diverse economic region home to a $13 billion marine and $8.5 billion tourism industries, the state’s largest technology hub, and a rapidly expanding film and television production sector.          One of the key factors driving the city’s emergence as a major commercial center is an extensive transportation network, highlighted by Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport (FXE).

Owned and operated by the city, FXE is home to more than 700 aircraft including 115 corporate jets and 40 helicopters. The facility handles approximately 150,000 takeoffs and landings per year, ranking it as one of the ten busiest GA airports in the U.S.

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Andrea Bahr Hired as Banyan Air Service Customer Support Manager

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Andrea Bahr has joined Banyan Air Service at FXE as customer support manager, a role with responsibilities that include management, training, scheduling and staffing of the customer support team.

Bahr has 10 years of aviation experience and has previously worked at Galaxy Aviation (PBI), Signature Flight Support (MIA), Sheltair and most recently Orion Jet Center (OPF). Bahr has a BSBA in marketing from the University of South Carolina and an MBA from Nova Southeastern University.

“We are delighted to have Andrea join the Banyan team,” Banyan director of FBO services John Mason said. “Her extensive background in customer service will empower us to develop new processes focusing on a high level of customer service.”

Christopher Wray Leads Banyan into Falcon Maintenance

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Banyan Air Service at Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport has hired Christopher Wray as its new Falcon crew leader. "Banyan is extremely pleased to welcome Chris Wray to our team as our new Falcon crew leader," director of maintenance Dave Valenta said. "With his more than 35 years experience in the service, inspection, maintenance and operations of corporate aircraft, he brings a wealth of knowledge and experience."
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Banyan Technicians Celebrate AMT Day

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Banyan Air Service technicians took time to enjoy a catered lunch in recognition of AMT Day. Banyan president Don Campion recognized a number of technicians for their longevity to Banyan. In avionics: Steve Ouellette (16 years), Gus Gomez (12 years) and Paul Krug (9 years). In maintenance, Les Bowser (20 years), Terry Schuler (14 years), Murray Zacharia (12 years), Anthony Bessellieu (11 years), Gary Johnson (11 years), Curtis Florio (11 years) and Dave Valenta (10 years).
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Banyan’s First ZR LITE Installation

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The maintenance department at Banyan Air Service recently installed its first Raisbeck ZR LITE Performance System on a Lear 31A. The ZR LITE Performance System was designed by Raisbeck Engineering to enhance the takeoff, climb, cruise and descent performance of the Learjet. The customer benefits from this installation will include higher aircraft flying, faster speeds and consistent savings of as much as 11% or more in fuel.
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