Costa Rica has become one of the most attractive destinations for business aviation in Latin America. Its blend of corporate activity, eco-tourism and high‑end leisure travel continues to draw increasing traffic into the country’s main hubs. Yet, because procedures and infrastructure can vary greatly from one airport to another, proper operational planning is essential.
Phillips 66® Aviation, a major jet and avgas fuel supplier to general aviation, commercial and military aviation, today announced that nominations are now open for the second annual Phillips 66® Aviation Safe Sky Award. As one of the most trusted brands in aviation fueling, Phillips 66® Aviation remains committed to supporting and recognizing FBOs that exemplify the company’s core values of safety, reliability, and operational excellence.
Fargo Jet Center (KFAR) is proud to announce the appointment of Lynlee Espeseth as its new Director of Marketing. In this role, Espeseth will lead marketing strategy, brand development, and integrated communications for each division within Fargo Jet Center’s family of companies - Weather Modification International, SPEC Inc., ICE Crystal Engineering, Premier Jet Center, and Exclusive Aircraft Sales.
Falcon Technic, part of Alex Group Investment and a leading provider of premium aircraft maintenance and engineering services in the UAE, announced it has been appointed as an Authorised Dealer for Gogo (NASDAQ: GOGO).
Sheltair Aviation has announced the passing of its founder and Chairman, Jerry Holland. He died peacefully at home, surrounded by loved ones, on November 18 at the age of 90. A trailblazing businessman, Jerry grew Sheltair Aviation from a single Fixed-Base Operator (FBO) in Florida to an award-winning company spanning nearly five million square feet of real estate, 16 locations across four states, and employing 500 team members.
Jetstream International has announced the successful handling of the Antonov AN-124, one of the world's largest and most complex cargo aircraft, at Goa International Airport (VOGO). This milestone highlights the team's capability, precision, and commitment to delivering end-to-end ground and cargo support for heavy-lift aviation operations.
Welcome aboard! We are excited to officially welcome Prasad Marasinghe as our FBO Manager at Revesco Aviation. Prasad brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the role, having built an impressive career in the aviation industry over the past decade.
Haven Aviation Services Group (Haven ASG) announced today the official opening of Haven FBO, a full-service fixed-base operator located at Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport (AMA). The grand opening event will take place on Thursday, November 20, 2025, from 3:30 PM to 8:00 PM, featuring a come-and-go open house with beer, wine, finger foods, facility tours, and a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 4:00 PM.
In the dynamic world of aviation, having swift and reliable access to overflight and landing permits can make or break a flight plan. American Flight Support (AFS), a leading provider in the aviation services sector, excels at securing these permits faster than industry norms. This article delves into how AFS achieves its rapid turnaround times, offering a glimpse into its efficiency and customer-centric approach.
Phillips 66® Aviation, one of the largest refiners in the United States and a major jet and avgas fuel supplier to general aviation, commercial and military aviation, is expanding its electronic point of sale (EPOS) options for its FBO network. The company is introducing FBO Director, a new EPOS platform, and integrating Contract Fuel & Phillips 66® Aviation WingPoints® processing, providing FBOs with more flexibility and efficiency in managing their operations.
McCreery Aviation has successfully completed a second renewal of its Stage 3 International Standard for Business Aircraft Handling (IS-BAH) registration. After completing a comprehensive IS-BAH Safety Audit, McCreery Aviation becomes just the third FBO in the U.S. to accomplish this task. As an internationally recognized voluntary business aviation safety standard, IS-BAH is part of the International Business Aviation Council (IBAC). Stage 3 is the highest level of safety standard established by IS-BAH and verifies that safety management activities are fully integrated into the operator's business and that a positive safety culture is being sustained.
As dogs go, Phillips is a special pup, trained to become an elite service dog, one devotedly schooled to support disabled U.S. veterans navigating daunting physical and emotional challenges. This initiative is propelled by the employees of Business Jet, a fixed-base operator (FBO) servicing Dallas Love Field (KDAL), and their passion for supporting veterans, kids, and pets.