Jetex Flight Support and
Brazilian operator CFLY Aviation have won a tender to develop and
manage a new private terminal and FBO at São Paulo Guarulhos
International Airport (GRU/SBGR), Brazil, over the next 15 years.
The new partnership
venture reflects the growing importance of business aviation in the
region, and further extends Jetex’s footprint in Latin America which
currently encompasses Toluca, Mexico and Santiago, Chile.
“The Brazil
general aviation fleet is the second largest in the world, only
after the U.S,” said Jetex CEO & President
Adel Mardini.
“By partnering with CFLY Aviation at Brazil’s busiest airport, Jetex
is positioning itself to provide the highest level of services to an
increasing number of Latin American business aircraft operators and
their esteemed passengers. With Guarulhos as a base, we expect to
expand to other key locations across South America in the
not-too-distant future.”
Currently, general
aviation aircraft share the main terminal at GRU with commercial
airlines. The Jetex-CFLY venture aims to provide greater access and
convenience for corporate, governmental and private flights, through
the development of a dedicated private terminal. Housing a Jetex-branded
FBO, this new facility will offer a full spectrum of ground handling
services.
Jetex will provide
24/7 trip support services including, but not limited to, entry and
landing permits, fueling, passenger and crew transportation
arrangements, onboard catering, and bespoke concierge services,
while CFLY Aviation will manage aircraft parking and storage.
“CFLY´s new
venture with Jetex will result in unprecedented levels of quality as
we continue our innovation journey in the industry,” said
Decio Yoshimoto,
Partner at CFLY Aviation.
Crew and passengers
flying into the new private terminal will enjoy a range of
facilities, including direct ramp access with aircraft parking in
front of the terminal, crew and executive lounges, and meeting
rooms. Future plans include incorporating on-site customs and
immigration at the terminal and a heliport. |