Teton Aviation Center

What Teton Aviation Center does

Teton Aviation Center is a Fixed Base Operator (FBO) located at Driggs-Reed Memorial Airport (KDIJ) in Driggs, Idaho, founded in 1996 and operating in the Teton/Yellowstone tourism corridor. The company provides a vertically integrated suite of aviation services including fuel sales, ground handling and concierge, aircraft hangar rental, FAA Part 145 certified maintenance, avionics sales and installation through its AvJet Avionics subsidiary (operating since 2004), and flight training covering Private Pilot, Instrument Rating, and specialty Mountain Flying courses. Additionally, Teton Aviation runs a scenic flight tourism operation with a fleet of five or more aircraft offering paid sightseeing experiences priced from $350 to $985 per flight, supported by an on-site warbird museum and a co-located restaurant (Forage Bistro & Lounge) plus Hertz car rental partnership.

The company serves four primary customer segments: aspiring and certificated pilots enrolled in flight training, aircraft owners requiring fuel, hangar, maintenance, and avionics services, transient general aviation crews using the airport, and tourists purchasing scenic flights. Revenue mechanics span tuition payments for flight school programs (Private Pilot course at approximately $17,000+ and Instrument Rating at $12,000–$14,000), per-flight scenic tour revenue, fuel margin through the Avfuel distribution network, recurring hangar rental fees, and project-based maintenance and avionics work. The business is privately held and operates with a small team estimated in the low double digits.

Strategically, Teton Aviation occupies a captive position at Driggs-Reed Memorial, positioned as a lower-cost alternative to capacity-constrained Jackson Hole Airport, which gives it a regional distribution advantage. Its regulatory certifications (FAA Part 145) and specialized mountain flying instruction talent create defensible niches, while the diversified service mix across training, tourism, fuel, and maintenance provides multiple revenue streams that buffer against segment-specific downturns.

Name

Teton Aviation Center

Legal name

Teton Aviation

Website

https://tetonaviation.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1996

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Teton Aviation Center is a Fixed Base Operator at Driggs-Reed Memorial Airport (KDIJ) in Idaho, providing fuel, flight training, scenic flights, aircraft maintenance, avionics, and hangar services to pilots, aircraft owners, and tourists in the Teton region.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Fixed Base Operator (FBO) and General Aviation Services

NAICS

Airport Operations (48811), Flight Training (611512), Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (811210)

SIC

Airports, Flying Fields & Airport Terminal Services (4581), Search, Detection, Navagation, Guidance, Aeronautical Sys (3812)

akta.pro primary industry

Avionics & Electronics Repair (Bench Repair) (IMABALAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Modification, Retrofit & Engineering (STC, Avionics Upgrades, Conversions) (TLAKAJAI), Aircraft Inspection, Quality Assurance & Airworthiness (IA Prep) (EDAOAFAE)

Keywords

• Fixed Base Operator services
• Flight training school
• Scenic aerial tours
• Aircraft maintenance services
• Avionics repair station

Headquarters

HQ city

Driggs

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. FBO Services: Full-service Fixed Base Operator providing fuel (100LL AvGas and Jet-A), ground handling, concierge services, tie-down, hangar rental, and aircraft support services to visiting aircraft
2. Flight Training: Structured flight school offering Private Pilot Certificate ($17,000-$18,000), Instrument Rating ($12,000-$14,000), Mountain Flying, and Extra 300 Courses. Revenue from flight instruction hours and aircraft rental
3. Scenic Flights: Guided aerial tours over Teton Mountain Range lasting approximately 1 hour. Multiple aircraft options from $350 (N3N bi-plane) to $985 (Kodiak turboprop). Revenue per flight with minimum passenger requirements
4. Aircraft Maintenance: Full maintenance services for Piston, Turbine, Helicopters, and Warbirds including 100-hour and annual inspections, engine removal/installations, pre-purchase inspections, and major repairs
5. Hangar Rental: Premium hangar space rental at Driggs-Reed Memorial Airport with climate control, 24/7 surveillance, and business/crew facilities including offices, kitchens, and lounges

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Teton Aviation Center operates a full-service Fixed Base Operator (FBO) at Driggs-Reed Memorial Airport (KDIJ) in Teton Valley, Idaho, providing aviation fuel (100LL AvGas and Jet-A), ground handling, hangar rental, concierge services, and aircraft support. It also runs a flight school offering Private Pilot, Instrument Rating, Mountain Flying, and Extra 300 courses; scenic aerial tours of the Teton Mountain Range; FAA Part 145 aircraft maintenance for piston, turbine, helicopter, and warbird aircraft; and an FAA-certified avionics repair station (AvJet Avionics) for installations, certifications, and instrument panel upgrades.

Product overview

Teton Aviation Center operates as a full-service aviation services provider at Driggs-Reed Memorial Airport (KDIJ) in Teton Valley, Idaho. The company offers a multi-service portfolio comprising FBO Services (aircraft handling, concierge, fueling, hangar rental), a Flight School with aircraft rental (Diamond DA40, Cessna 172XP, Quest Kodiak 100), Scenic Flights over the Teton Mountain Range, Aircraft Maintenance (piston, turbine, helicopter, warbird), AvJet Avionics (FAA-certified repair station providing installations, certifications, and ADS-B upgrades), and a Warbird Airplane Museum. Additional offerings include the Blake Chapman Flight Scholarship for aspiring pilots and premium hangar space with business facilities. The integrated service model allows pilots and aircraft owners to access ground handling, training, maintenance, avionics upgrades, and scenic experiences from a single FBO location.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• AvJet Avionics: FAA Certified Repair Station providing aircraft avionics solutions including new system installations, Part 91 & RVSM certifications, troubleshooting, repairs, and custom instrument panel upgrades. Established in 2004.

Products and services

• FBO Services Full-service Fixed Base Operator at Driggs-Reed Memorial Airport (KDIJ) providing aircraft handling, ground services, concierge support, rental cars via Hertz, catering coordination, pilot lounge, flight planning facilities, and executive conference rooms for visiting general aviation aircraft operators and corporate/executive aviation clients.
• Flight School Comprehensive flight training programs including Private Pilot Certificate (minimum $17,000), Instrument Rating ($12,000-$14,000), Mountain Flying courses, and Extra 300 spin and aerobatic training, using Diamond DA40 and Cessna 172XP aircraft with a Redbird G1000 BATD flight simulator. Targeted at aspiring and current pilots.
• Scenic Flights Guided aerial tours over the Teton Mountain Range and Teton Valley, Idaho, in various aircraft including Diamond DA40, Cessna 172, Quest Kodiak 100 turboprop, T-34 Warbird, and N3N open-cockpit biplane. Approximately 1-hour flights for 1-7 passengers, priced from $350 to $985 per flight. Targeted at tourists and visitors.
• Aircraft Maintenance Full-service FAA Part 145 Certified aircraft maintenance supporting piston, turbine, helicopter, and warbird aircraft, with A&P technicians and IA-certified mechanics performing 100-hour and annual inspections, engine removal/installation, pre-purchase inspections, and major repairs. Targeted at aircraft owners.
• AvJet Avionics FAA-certified avionics repair station providing system installations, Part 91 & RVSM certifications, troubleshooting and repairs, custom instrument panel upgrades with in-house design, fabrication and engraving, and software/database updates. Authorized dealer/installer for Garmin, STEC, Aspen, Dynon, Appareo/Stratus, Trig, Insight, JPI, and TruTrak.
• Hangar Space Rental Premium hangar facilities accommodating aircraft with up to 87-foot wingspan and 30-foot tail height, featuring climate control, 24/7 surveillance, restricted access, and attached office/kitchen/lounge spaces. Complimentary overnight stay available (up to $2,000 value). Targeted at aircraft owners.
• Aviation Fuel Services Avfuel dealer providing 100LL AvGas for piston-powered aircraft and Jet-A fuel (pre-mixed with Prist) for turbine and jet aircraft, with operating hours 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM daily (summer: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM) and after-hours service available upon request.

Quantifiable outcome

• 9 private pilots, 1 instrument rating in 2023 alone
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.

• AvfuelcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorProud Avfuel dealer providing aviation fuel (100LL AvGas and Jet-A) with Prist additive. Avfuel is a leading independent global supplier of aviation fuel and services. Teton Aviation participates in Avfuel contract fuel programs including AvTrip rewards.
• HertzsupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOn-site rental cars available through Hertz partnership for arriving passengers needing ground transportation in Teton Valley and Jackson Hole area.
• Forage Bistro & LoungesupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFull-service fine dining restaurant located on-site at Teton Aviation Center. Operated separately but connected to FBO services for crew and passenger dining.
• Jedediah's Catering & ConcessionsupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorProfessional aircraft catering services provided for flights and events at Teton Aviation Center.
• GarminsupportingTechnology or IntegrationAuthorized dealer and installer of Garmin avionics including G1000, GFC700 autopilot, GTN650, and other Garmin products. Factory-trained technicians for installation and certification.
• Aviation Avionics ManufacturerssupportingTechnology or IntegrationAvJet Avionics works with multiple manufacturers including STEC, Aspen, Dynon, Appareo/Stratus, Trig, Insight, JPI, and TruTrak for avionics installations and repairs.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Others

• FlightSafety International: Premier professional pilot and aviation maintenance training provider, primarily using high-fidelity simulators. Thematically adjacent to TAC's flight school but at vastly different scale and professional/career-pilot focus rather than PPL/Ironman training.

Direct peers

• ATP Flight School: Largest U.S. flight training organization operating fleet schools nationwide with structured private/commercial pilot programs. Directly comparable to TAC's flight school offering, including aircraft rental and instructor rates, though ATP operates at much larger scale and multiple locations.
• Epic Flight Academy: Multi-location U.S. flight training school offering private pilot through ATP programs with structured curricula. Comparable to TAC's flight school in instructional model, fleet-based training, and rating pathways, though focused on airline-track careers.

Broad incumbents

• Signature Flight Support: World's largest FBO network with 200+ locations, providing fuel, maintenance, and crew/passenger services. Overlaps with TAC's FBO service portfolio but at enterprise scale; relevant as the benchmark incumbent for full-service FBO economics.
• Atlantic Aviation: One of the largest U.S. FBO chains offering fuel, hangar, maintenance, and ground handling at 100+ locations. Comparable to TAC's FBO/hangar/maintenance service mix, but at vastly greater scale and a portfolio rather than single-airport model.
• Million Air: Global FBO network providing fueling, hangar, concierge, and aircraft services. Comparable to TAC's core FBO offering; differs by operating as a multi-location chain rather than a single-airport integrated service center.

Regional players

• Scenic Airlines: Long-running Grand Canyon and Nevada-based scenic tour operator offering fixed-wing aerial tours. Directly comparable to TAC's scenic flight business model (turboprop/warbird tours over a signature natural landmark) in a different destination market.
• Jackson Hole Aviation: FBO at Jackson Hole Airport (JAC) — the very competitor TAC positions against. Operates fuel, hangar, and ground services in the same Teton market; directly comparable on geography and customer type though serving the larger commercial airport.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/TetonAviation
• Facebookfacebook.com/TetonAviationCenter

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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