New airport mini-terminal
New hanger being built at the end of Townline Rd south of King Rd. It's right beside Cascade Areospace. Taken Tuesday Nov 17.
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Updated: November 20, 2009 4:30 PM
A new $1.3-million structure that will serve as a mini terminal for private corporate jets is taking shape at Abbotsford International Airport.
The Kelowna-based Carson Air is building the structure, known as an FBO (fixed based operator), at the east side of the airport, close to two ConAir hangars.
A similar facility is already being operated by Carson Air at Kelowna Airport.
Jay Teichroeb, City of Abbotsford’s general manager of economic development, said a new bylaw which offers tax breaks to businesses setting up at the airport was a “contributing factor” to Carson Air’s decision to build in Abbotsford.
“It provides us with another line of business at the airport, and expands the range of services,” said Teichroeb, adding the facility should be open before the 2010 Olympics in February.
The 15,000-square-foot FBO will provide an array of services for passengers and airline operators who land in Abbotsford in smaller private jets.
It will provide customs clearance for international traffic, aircraft grooming and lavatory services, flight planning services, fueling opportunities and aircraft parking. There will also be a lounge, as well as services that allow passengers to make hotel arrangements, book a taxi or rent a car.
