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Pro Star Aviation breaks ground at Grand Rapids
A multi-bay aircraft maintenance hangar will serve as a dedicated Pilatus Aircraft sales and service centre, with a 56,000sq ft ramp and taxiway connector. Construction should complete by end 2024.
The Pro Star team break ground on the hangar and office facility at Grand Rapids.
Read this story in our July 2024 printed issue.

Boston-Manchester Regional airport, New Hampshire-based maintenance and modification centre Pro Star Aviation has broken ground on a $12.4 million, 37,000 square foot hangar and office facility at the Grand Rapids Gerald R Ford International airport in Michigan.

The project includes a multi-bay aircraft maintenance hangar with a support mezzanine, in addition to a 17,000sq ft steel-framed office structure. The hangar will serve as a dedicated Pilatus Aircraft sales and service centre. The project also includes a new 56,000sq ft ramp and taxiway connector.

The extensive two-storey office facility features large, all-glass clerestory sections to enhance natural light flowing into the building. The space features modern amenities including a pilot lounge and customer relaxation areas. Construction is expected to be completed by the end of 2024 with occupancy in early 2025.

Henry Laughlin, Group CEO, says: "Our company has experienced tremendous growth over the last decade, and this further expansion into the West Michigan area is a proud accomplishment. We look forward to supporting our Pilatus customers in the region from exceptional new facilities."

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