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ACE 2026 - September 8th

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Modern brings three Superior FBOs into fold
The acquisition of three Sacramento-based FBOs brings 65 new members to the Modern Aviation team and extends its network to twelve locations.

US FBO network Modern Aviation has closed its acquisition of the FBO assets and operations at Superior Aviation Company's (SACjet) three Sacramento, California FBO operations: Sacramento International Jet Center, operating as Capitol Jet Center, at Sacramento International airport; Mather Jet Center at Mather airport; and Patterson Aviation (operating as Executive Jet Center) at Sacramento Executive airport.

CEO Mark Carmen says: "We are excited for Modern Aviation to be expanding its presence on the west coast of the United States. We look forward to building a long term relationship with the Sacramento County Department of Airports and investing in the growth of these airports and the communities they serve.

"We are thrilled to welcome approximately 65 new team members to the Modern Aviation family. We also extend a warm welcome to all our new customers and look forward to providing them the best service in the industry, consistently and safely."

Modern will be hiring all current operational employees. The acquisition brings its network to twelve locations.

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