What Aero Center Epps Atlanta does

Aero Centers is a privately held, multi-location Fixed Base Operator (FBO) network headquartered at Peachtree Dekalb Airport (KPDK) in Atlanta, Georgia, with seven additional FBO sites across Casper (KCPR), Spokane International (KGEG), Felts Field (KSFF), Lakeland Linder (KLAL East and West), Wilmington (KILM), and Tallahassee (KTLH). The company provides full-service general aviation support including aircraft fueling (100LL and Jet A) with into-plane delivery and accepted contact fuel cards, ground support (de-icing, GPU/air start, lavatory and potable water service, belt loading, gourmet catering), overnight and long-term hangar and ramp parking with 24-hour surveillance, pilot and crew amenities, and concierge services (limousine, hotel booking via Flightbridge, crew cars, and rental partnerships with Go Rentals, Hertz, and Enterprise).

Its revenue model combines transactional streams (fueling and charter) with recurring or contract-based streams (aircraft management subscriptions, hangar and office leases, FBO service subscriptions) and project-based professional services (aircraft maintenance, avionics installations including Pilatus G600 Txi, Citation and connectivity work, nondestructive testing and calibration, parts, brokerage and acquisition). Customers include corporate flight departments, on-demand charter clients, federal/state/military operators with air card access, and aircraft owners requiring hangar storage and management. The company holds NATA Safety 1st Verified status and is a member of NATA and NBAA.

Recent strategic activity is focused on inorganic network expansion — most notably the 2024 acquisition of Sheltair Lakeland FBO, adding two sites at KLAL — alongside portfolio rationalization evidenced by the 2024 sale of its Pilatus aircraft service center to Skytech, Inc. Sales and service delivery rely on a mix of phone-based enterprise outreach, direct on-site service at each FBO, and a website-enabled self-service layer for reservations, charter RFQs, fuel pricing, and real-estate quotes.

Name

Aero Center Epps Atlanta

Legal name

Aero Centers

Website

https://eppsaviation.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1965

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Aero Centers is a privately held multi-site FBO network operating eight full-service general aviation facilities across the US, providing fueling, ground support, hangar leasing, MRO, avionics, charter, and concierge services to corporate flight departments, charter clients, government/military operators, and aircraft owners.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Aviation Ground Services (Fixed Base Operator)

NAICS

Airport Operations (48811), Support Activities for Air Transportation (4881)

SIC

Airports, Flying Fields & Airport Terminal Services (4581)

akta.pro primary industry

Private Aviation Terminals & FBO Services (THABAFAH)

Keywords

• Aviation ground services
• Aircraft fueling
• FBO operations
• Private charter services
• Hangar leasing

Headquarters

HQ city

Atlanta

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. FBO Services: Core FBO services including aircraft fueling (100LL and Jet A), ground support services, hangar and ramp parking, overnight and long-term aircraft parking with 24-hour surveillance, and crew/pilot amenities.
2. Aircraft Fuel Sales: Into-plane fueling services with preferred pricing, accepting all major fuel cards. Fuel sales represent a primary revenue stream for FBO operations.
3. Private Charter: Private air charter services including sport team and specialty charter, operating a fly-your-way program with various aircraft types from turboprops to heavy jets.
4. Aircraft Management: Full-service aircraft management for corporate and private aircraft owners, handling operations, maintenance coordination, and crew management.
5. MRO and Maintenance Services: Aircraft maintenance, avionics installations (including Pilatus G600 Txi, Citation, connectivity), nondestructive testing and calibration, and aircraft parts sales.
6. Real Estate Leasing: Hangar space, office space, and office lease rentals at FBO locations. Includes corporate hangar, community hangar, T hangar, box hangar, ramp/tie down, and conference room rental options.
7. Concierge and Ground Services: Gourmet catering, limousine service, rental cars (complimentary crew cars, Go Rentals, Hertz, Enterprise), hotel booking through Flightbridge, and various passenger services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Aero Centers is a portfolio of full-service Fixed Base Operator (FBO) facilities providing integrated aviation ground services at 8 U.S. airports. The company sells aircraft fueling (100LL and Jet A), aircraft maintenance and avionics installations, private charter, aircraft management, brokerage and acquisition, NDT and calibration, aircraft parts, hangar and office real estate leasing, and passenger/crew concierge services including ground support, catering, and US Customs clearance.

Product overview

Aero Centers operates a portfolio of full-service, integrated Fixed Base Operator (FBO) facilities. The company provides a comprehensive suite of aviation services including aircraft fueling (100LL and Jet A), aircraft maintenance and avionics installations (Pilatus G600 Txi, Citation systems, connectivity), private charter with Fly Your Way program, aircraft brokerage and acquisition, NDT & calibration, parts supply, real estate (hangar and office space), aircraft management, ground support services, and international/government services. The portfolio spans 8 locations: Aero Center Atlanta (KPDK), Aero Center Casper (KCPR), Aero Center Felts Field (KSFF), Aero Center Lakeland East (KLAL), Aero Center Lakeland West (KLAL), Aero Center Spokane (KGEG), Aero Center Wilmington (KILM), and Aero Center Tallahassee (KTLH).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Aero Center Atlanta (KPDK): FBO location at Peachtree DeKalb Airport, Atlanta, Georgia
• Aero Center Casper (KCPR)
• Aero Center Felts Field (KSFF)
• Aero Center Lakeland East (KLAL)
• Aero Center Lakeland West (KLAL)
• Aero Center Spokane (KGEG)
• Aero Center Wilmington (KILM)
• Aero Center Tallahassee (KTLH)

Products and services

• FBO Services (Fixed Base Operator) Full-service Fixed Base Operator services providing integrated aviation terminals with aircraft fueling, ground support, passenger services, and hangar/parking facilities at multiple locations for corporate flight departments and private aircraft operators.
• Aircraft Fueling Provides 100LL and Jet A fuel service with preferred pricing, into-plane fueling, and acceptance of all major contact fuel cards for private aircraft operators at all FBO locations.
• Aircraft Maintenance Comprehensive aircraft maintenance services including scheduled inspections, repairs, and ongoing aircraft care for private and corporate aircraft owners.
• Avionics Installations Avionics installation and upgrade services including Pilatus G600 Txi, Citation systems, and connectivity solutions for aircraft owners.
• Private Charter Private air charter services including sport team and specialty charter options, with a Fly Your Way customizable program offering aircraft from turboprops to heavy jets.
• Aircraft Brokerage and Acquisition Aircraft brokerage and acquisition services helping clients buy and sell aircraft.
• NDT and Calibration Nondestructive testing and calibration services for aircraft components and systems.
• Aircraft Parts Aircraft parts supply and procurement services.
• Real Estate (Hangar and Office) Commercial real estate services including corporate hangar, community hangar, T hangar, box hangar, ramp/tie down space, office space, office lease space, and conference room rental.
• Aircraft Management Comprehensive aircraft management services covering operations, maintenance coordination, crew management, and regulatory compliance for corporate and private aircraft owners.
• Ground Support Services Full range of ground support including de-icing, GPU/air start, lavatory service, potable water, belt loading, airstairs, gourmet catering, and cargo handling for arriving and departing aircraft.
• International and Government Services International handling services including US Customs clearance, VIP/Head of State handling, international trash disposal, and government aircraft support including military aircraft with Air Card.

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

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Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Go RentalsminorOthersRental car partner providing vehicles to Aero Centers customers. Complimentary crew cars and rental options available through this partnership.
• HertzminorOthersMajor rental car company partner offering vehicles to Aero Centers customers through on-site rental services.
• EnterpriseminorOthersEnterprise Rent-A-Car partnership providing ground transportation options for crew and passengers at Aero Centers locations.
• Skytech, Inc.coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcquired Aero Centers' Pilatus aircraft service center. Strategic transaction involving the sale of service center related to Pilatus aircraft, indicating long-term relationship and expertise transfer in specific aircraft types.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Signature Flight Support: World's largest FBO network with hundreds of locations globally, offering fueling, hangar, ground support, and passenger services comparable to Aero Centers' core FBO offering. Represents the primary competitive benchmark for US FBO operators.
• TAC Air: Mid-sized US FBO chain operating at multiple airports offering fueling, hangar, and ground support services. Comparable footprint and service model to Aero Centers' 8-location network.
• Sheltair: US FBO chain that sold the Lakeland FBO to Aero Centers in 2024, indicating direct overlap in target airports and customer base. Operates a comparable portfolio of full-service FBOs across the US.
• Banyan Air Service: FBO at Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport offering fueling, hangar, MRO, and avionics services directly comparable to Aero Centers' Lakeland/Southeast Florida operations.
• Wilson Air Center: FBO network operating in multiple US cities, providing the same full-service FBO offering (fueling, hangar, concierge) to corporate and private aviation customers as Aero Centers.
• Atlantic Aviation: Major US FBO network operating 100+ locations with full-service fueling, hangar, and concierge services. Directly comparable to Aero Centers in customer base (corporate/private aviation) and service mix.
• Million Air: International FBO network with multiple US locations offering fueling, ground services, and hangar facilities. Closely comparable to Aero Centers in scale and target customer segments.

Regional players

• Skytech, Inc. Acquired Aero Centers' Pilatus service center, indicating operational overlap in Pilatus aircraft servicing and MRO. Comparable in providing specialized aircraft services to the business aviation market.

Broad incumbents

• Jet Aviation: Global aviation services company owned by General Dynamics offering FBOs alongside aircraft management, charter, and MRO. Overlaps with Aero Centers' services but operates at much larger scale and broader scope.

Emerging players

• FlightLevel Aviation: Mid-sized FBO platform acquiring and operating independent FBOs across the US, directly comparable to Aero Centers' acquisition-driven growth strategy and multi-location FBO model.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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