The Air Service Basel team rolled out the red carpet for traffic headed to the city of Basel for its annual international art fair Art Basel, which took place from 10 to 16 June. This year, the FBO saw a record 10-times the average daily movements on the first day of the show.

The company supported guests with high-end services and efficient support for the duration of the event with the utmost consideration for customer care, receiving glowing customer feedback: “In 34 years of flying, I cannot recall seeing a more efficient team effort,” remarked a captain on the show's fourth day. “All the more remarkable due to the very busy day. Absolutely first class service.”

The show, which dates back to 1970, with 90 galleries and 30 publishers, now boasts modern and contemporary works from more than 4,000 artists shown by the world's leading galleries at the Swiss exhibition site, Messe Basel.

The FBO was a convenient choice for event traffic, situated 10 minutes from Messe Basel after arriving on the tarmac for a smooth transition from the air to the show. And while passengers enjoyed Art Basel, crews relaxed in ASB's pilot lounges.

“We always look forward to welcoming guests to Art Basel,” says marketing comms manager Laura Gambell. “We have the opportunity to be their first and last impression for the week's trip, and strive to excel in every little detail to deliver a VIP experience for the show. Now that the event is over, we'll reflect on our operations and begin preparations for next year.”