Flexjet has broken ground on its newest private terminal at Scottsdale airport in Arizona, which is due to open in late 2026. The groundbreaking signals the start of this ground-up custom build $36 million facility, with a 9,000 sq ft customer terminal, 9,500 sq ft of office space and another 34,000 sq ft of maintenance hangar space.

The facility will take design cues from Flexjet's global headquarters in Cleveland, Ohio, showcasing a contemporary aesthetic with a sleek exterior and expansive windows that flood the space with natural light. Much like the artisan LXi Cabin Collection aircraft interiors making up the Flexjet fleet, so too are each of Flexjet's private terminals in their design, decor and aesthetic, all with an eye for detail.

The Scottsdale facility will offer a backdrop of the McDowell Mountains and a 2,400 sq ft outdoor terrace for Flexjet passengers to enjoy the views, whether they are aviation enthusiasts taking in the aircraft activity or the sunsets. This facility will also be an exclusive lounge for Flexjet aircraft owners and their travel guests, fostering a seamless ground-to-air experience. Flexjet Technical Services, Flexjet's in-house maintenance and product support team, will also have a presence at this new facility and provide ongoing, rapid assistance both on and off the aircraft.

“Decades ago, I fell in love with this area and have since made it my home for a good portion of each year. It seems I was not the only one, as Scottsdale's ultra-high net worth population has grown by nearly 90 percent in just the last 10 years,” states Kenn Ricci, chairman of Flexjet. “Over that same period, private jet travel activity at this airport has grown by more than 50 percent and Flexjet traffic at this airport has doubled since 2000, making it our top 10 most popular airport. As we build the fractional industry's largest network of provider-exclusive private terminals, I couldn't be more excited to truly plant the Flexjet flag in such a meaningful location.”

“We're delighted to partner with Flexjet on this remarkable new facility in Scottsdale, a city that continues to be a cornerstone of business aviation in the Southwest,” adds Jeff Foland, chief executive officer of Scottsdale-based FBO Atlantic Aviation. “Together, we're delivering outstanding hospitality and operational excellence that meets the evolving needs of today's most discerning travellers.”