Rise Aviation

What Rise Aviation does

Rise Aviation, LLC is a privately held Fixed Base Operation (FBO) located at 4700 Airport Drive on North Texas Regional Airport (KGYI) in Denison, Texas, approximately 60 miles north of Dallas. Founded in its current form in 2018 (rebranded from Lake Texoma Jet Center under incoming VP/GM Mike Livezey), the company provides aviation ground services to general aviation, corporate, and transient aircraft operators, positioning itself as a non-congested alternative to DFW International, McKinney National, Addison, Denton Enterprise, Dallas Love Field, Durant Regional, and Gainesville Regional airports. Core revenue streams are fuel sales (Avfuel-branded Jet A and 100LL, publicly listed at $6.24-$7.89 per gallon), aircraft storage (transient hangar stays and long-term corporate hangar leases of 12,000-28,000 sq. ft.), concierge coordination (catering, hotels, ground transport, Enterprise car rentals), and on-site maintenance and flight instruction delivered through a Monarch Air partnership.

Underlying technology is conventional FBO infrastructure: fueling systems, hangars with stacking doors up to 120 feet, ground handling equipment, a pilots lounge, flight planning area, and conference facilities. The company accepts Avfuel contract fuel cards, World Fuel cards, and US Government AIR Cards, and lists pricing on Airnav.com for pilot route planning. Marketing runs through the company website, Facebook, Instagram (@riseaviation_kgyi), and LinkedIn. A 2026 facility expansion is underway adding 29,025 sq. ft. and 19,575 sq. ft. hangars plus 5,500 sq. ft. of office and shop space, with additional corporate hangars pre-marketed at 15,442, 28,000, and 12,000 sq. ft.

The go-to-market is direct-to-consumer at the physical FBO, supported by fuel card network reach and proximity-based competitive positioning around DFW congestion, Grayson County tax advantages (low business personal property tax, foreign-trade zone, Triple-Freeport Exemption potential), and experienced staff with 12-35 years of FBO tenure. Revenue figures are not publicly disclosed, no external funding or M&A activity has been reported, and the company operates with 11-50 employees under an LLC structure domiciled in Texas.

Name

Rise Aviation

Legal name

Rise Aviation, LLC

Website

https://riseaviation.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2018

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Rise Aviation is a privately held Fixed Base Operation at North Texas Regional Airport (KGYI) in Denison, TX, providing fueling, aircraft hangar storage, concierge, and on-site maintenance to general aviation, corporate, and transient aircraft operators as an alternative to congested DFW-area airports.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Fixed Base Operations (FBO)

SIC

Airports, Flying Fields & Airport Terminal Services (4581)

akta.pro primary industry

Private Aviation Terminals & FBO Services (THABAFAH)

akta.pro secondary industry

Fuel Management & Uplift Operations (THABAIAK)

Keywords

• Aviation fueling services
• Aircraft hangar storage
• FBO concierge services
• General aviation ground handling
• Flight instruction training

Headquarters

HQ city

Denison

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Fueling Services: Revenue from sale of aviation fuels including Jet A and 100LL to aircraft operators. Prices listed as $6.24 for Jet A, $6.29 for Jet A with Prist, $7.89 for 100LL Full Service, and $6.64 for 100LL Self-Serve.
2. Aircraft Storage: Revenue from transient hangar storage and long-term hangar lease options for aircraft at North Texas Regional Airport.
3. Concierge Services: Revenue from concierge services including catering coordination, hotel reservations, ground handling coordination, and transportation arrangements.
4. Flight Instruction Partnership: Flight instruction services provided through partnership with Monarch Air, operating FAR Part 61 and 141 training programs.
5. Aircraft Maintenance: Full-service aircraft maintenance on site, FAA and Textron certified for Beechcraft and Cessna warranty work, with parts and service center.
6. Amenities and Ancillary Services: Revenue from ancillary services including crew cars, Enterprise car rentals on-site, lavatory services, GPU rental, wash/wax/cleaning services, and conference room usage.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Rise Aviation operates a full-service Fixed Base Operation (FBO) at North Texas Regional Airport (KGYI) in Denison, Texas. The company sells aviation fuel (Jet A and 100LL), provides transient and long-term aircraft hangar storage, and offers pilot and passenger concierge services including catering coordination, hotel bookings, ground transportation, and aircraft detailing.

Product overview

Rise Aviation operates as a full-service Fixed Base Operation (FBO) at North Texas Regional Airport (KGYI) in Denison, TX. The core offering consists of FBO services including aviation fueling (Jet A and 100LL), aircraft storage (transient and long-term hangars), and concierge services. Additional offerings include FBO amenities (pilots lounge, flight planning, maintenance), and flight instruction through a partner relationship with Monarch Air. The company serves as an alternative to congested Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex airports, positioning itself as a 'Middle America Quick Turn FBO' focused on exceptional service and competitive pricing.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• FBO Services Full-service Fixed Base Operation providing aviation ground support services including fueling, aircraft storage, concierge, and amenities for private, charter, and corporate aircraft at North Texas Regional Airport (KGYI) in Denison, TX.
• Fueling Services Aviation fuel delivery services providing Avfuel branded Jet-A and 100LL aviation fuel, with Line Technicians trained in ATA Specification 103 inspection procedures and NFPA 407 safety standards. Pricing per gallon: Jet A $6.24, Jet A with Prist $6.29, 100LL Full Service $7.89, 100LL Self-Serve $6.64.
• Aircraft Storage Transient and long-term hangar storage options including corporate hangars ranging from 12,000 to 28,000 sq. ft., with stacking doors up to 120 feet, plus tie-down space and planned hangar complex expansion of 29,025 sq. ft. and 19,575 sq. ft. units with 5,500 sq. ft. of office and shop space.
• Concierge Services Customer service coordination including reservations, ground handling requests, catering arrangements, hotel bookings, limousine and town car reservations, and Enterprise car rentals to ensure hassle-free experiences for pilots and passengers arriving at the FBO.
• FBO Amenities On-site facilities including pilots lounge, flight planning area, wireless internet, satellite TV, full-service aircraft maintenance, conference room, crew cars, lavatory services, GPU availability, and complimentary refreshments for visiting pilots and passengers.
• Flight Instruction Flight training services provided by Monarch Air at Rise Aviation facilities, offering FAR Part 61 and 141 flight instruction for private pilot through airline transport pilot certifications, including discovery flights and charter services.

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Monarch AircoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMonarch Air provides flight instruction services at Rise Aviation facilities. Owned and operated by major airline pilots with 37+ years of experience. Offers FAR Part 61 and 141 flight instruction. Monarch Air also provides a full-service aircraft maintenance center FAA and Textron certified for Beechcraft and Cessna warranty work, holding the Diamond Award of Excellence for aviation maintenance.
• Avfuel CorporationcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRise Aviation participates in the Avfuel Contract Fuel Program and AvTrip Program. Avfuel provides branded Jet A fuel and contract fuel card acceptance, giving Rise Aviation visibility and access to Avfuel's network of aviation customers across the United States.
• World Fuel ServicesminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRise Aviation accepts World Fuel card for aviation fuel purchases, providing additional payment options for customers.
• Enterprise Rent-A-CarminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEnterprise car rental counter located on-site at Rise Aviation FBO, providing convenient ground transportation options for crew and passengers arriving by aircraft.
• US Government (AIR Card)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRise Aviation accepts US Government AIR Card for fuel purchases, enabling government aircraft to fuel at the facility.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Atlantic Aviation: Largest US FBO network with 100+ locations nationwide, offering fueling, hangar, concierge, and maintenance. Directly comparable to Rise Aviation's core FBO model, but at vastly greater scale and geographic reach; positions as the benchmark incumbent that Rise's North Texas customers may also use.
• Signature Flight Support: Global FBO chain operating over 200 locations, providing fueling, hangar, and concierge services comparable to Rise Aviation's full-service FBO offering. Competes for the same corporate and transient aviation customers as Rise, especially those traveling through North Texas.
• MillionAir: Network of FBOs across the US providing fueling, hangar, and concierge services. Line Manager Michael Sanders previously worked at MillionAir Dallas, signaling a directly relevant competitor operating in the same North Texas geography.
• Sheltair Aviation: US FBO network with strong presence at reliever and regional airports, providing fueling, hangar, and concierge services comparable to Rise Aviation's full-service model. Targets similar corporate and transient customers as Rise.
• Cutter Aviation: Regional FBO and aviation services company previously employing Mike Livezey as General Manager of the McKinney FBO. Operates comparable FBO services in the same North Texas market and represents a direct competitor for customers in the DFW area.
• Jet Aviation: Global aviation services company with FBO, MRO, and aircraft management offerings. Comparable to Rise Aviation's full-service FBO model and partnership-based MRO approach, but at much larger scale across multiple geographies.

Direct peers

• Modern Aviation: Newer US FBO platform formed via roll-up of FBOs and offering fueling, hangar, and concierge services at multiple regional and reliever airports. Closely comparable to Rise Aviation's service mix and customer base, particularly at secondary airports.
• TAC Air: Regional FBO chain operating at multiple US airports with fueling, hangar, and concierge services comparable to Rise Aviation's offering. Competes for similar transient and corporate aviation customers at the regional airport level.
• Texas Jet: FBO and aircraft management company based at Fort Worth Meacham International Airport in North Texas, offering fueling, hangar, FBO, and aircraft management services. Directly competes with Rise for DFW-area corporate and transient customers.
• Elliott Aviation: Mid-size aviation services company offering FBO fueling, hangar, and authorized aircraft maintenance for Beechcraft and Cessna — closely paralleling Rise Aviation's Monarch Air partnership with Textron certification. Targets similar aircraft owners and flight departments.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/riseaviation
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/rise-aviation
• Instagraminstagram.com/riseaviation_kgyi

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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