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FAQS About FBOS: What To Know About Fixed Base Operators

Simple Flying

Let's delve into the concept of a Fixed Base Operator (FBO) and its crucial role in private aviation. It's common knowledge that commercial airliners park at gates connected to terminals, but the parking arrangements for private aircraft may be less familiar.

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Sweet Aviation to take over as FBO at Goshen Municipal Airport

Professional Pilot

PRESS RELEASE Sweet Aviation is expanding its footprint in Northern Indiana, taking over as the Fixed Base Operator at Goshen Municipal Airport (KGSH). Goshen Air Center co-founder and current airport manager Randy Sharkey will continue to play a role in the airport’s future.

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Paris 2023 Rugby World Cup: Business Aviation Planning Guide

Universal Weather

LFPB is the preferred general aviation (GA) airport for this event. LFPB is a 24-hour airport of entry (AOE) with full services, fixed-base operators (FBOs) and credit available. Universal Aviation France advises that Le Bourget Airport will operate under a slot allocation system from October 19th to 29th.

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F1 Spanish Grand Prix 2023: Business Aviation Planning Guide

Universal Weather

In addition, general aviation (GA) arrivals for this event are expected to start the week before and will remain congested a day or two following the race. Barcelona (LEBL) LEBL is a 24-hour airport of entry (AOE) with 24-hour customs, immigration, and quarantine (CIQ) clearance and plenty of general aviation (GA) parking available.

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French Open Tennis 2024: Business Aviation Guide

Universal Weather

miles) from the city center and 18 kilometers (11 miles) from Le Bourget airport, which is the preferred airport for business aviation in Paris. Preferred Airport – Le Bourget Paris Le Bourget ( LFPB ) is the preferred general aviation (GA) airport for this event. The stadium is about 5.5 kilometers (3.4

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Abu Dhabi Formula One Grand Prix 2023: Business Aviation Planning Guide

Universal Weather

This event is set to attract domestic traffic and general aviation (GA) operators. Both are 24-hour airports of entry (AOEs), located close to the city center, complete with fixed-base operators (FBOs) and full GA support services. The 2023 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix takes place Nov. 24-26, 2023.

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World Economic Forum 2025 – Business Aviation Destination Guide

Universal Weather

Zurich (LSZH) is the airport of choice for most GA operators to Davos, and it’s about a 90-minute drive to the Forum venue. LSZH is an airport of entry (AOE) that operates 0600-2200 local with fixed base operators (FBOs) and full GA support services. LSZH has a fixed-base operator (FBO) and a VIP lounge available.