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4 days ago
- Business
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Private air travel in Birmingham getting an upgrade with new FBO facilities
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) – The portion of the Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport where private planes and businesses fly in and out of will be undergoing a $40 million redevelopment. 'The business that we handle has consistently grown, and we can really just see it from the demand that we have, from the clientele that we have that not only have aircraft and aircraft operations based here, but those that fly into the market on a transient basis,' said Atlantic Aviation CEO Jeff Foland. Atlantic Aviation is the investor in the redevelopment. The new and improved Fixed Based Operator (FBO) terminal will include a 7,500 square foot terminal with a café, conference rooms and lounge areas for flight crews. Two 30,000 square foot hangars will be built, also holding office and shop spaces. On top of the buildings, seven acres of ramps and runways will be added to the FBO campus. 'This will 100% without question be the newest flagship we have in the network. This will be a world-class, innovative, the most modern, contemporary, complete, private aviation campus across all of the 105 campuses that we have in North America and frankly, it will stand right up there with any private aviation campus in the world,' Foland said. 'Very often, we need infrastructure to be refreshed and renewed, and world-class cities need world-class infrastructure. This is a very important market to Atlantic, and it has been for a very long time, and we plan for it to be very important to us for many decades to come as well. So, it's really just getting state of the art equipment, hangar space, ramp space, to make sure that we can handle more traffic and handle it very smoothly going forward and really help economic development of the Birmingham area at large.' Birmingham Airport Authority board chair Ashby Pate says this FBO will be many people's first impression of the city. 'These customers are general aviation pilots, corporate business travelers, private jet owners, charter flight operators, emergency service providers, and the list goes on and on,' said Pate. 'We're talking about aviation customers who not only live here and travel elsewhere, but others who are coming here, sometimes for the first time to visit family or attend sporting events and celebrate the kinds of milestones that typically bring people together.' Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin says the new facilities will be a wonderful welcome to the community. During Thursday's groundbreaking, Woodfin made a note that Atlantic Aviation is intentionally choosing local contractors for the project. 'These projects are typically the culmination of many months, a lot of planning and a lot of work, and so to the Atlantic Aviation and the members of the Birmingham Airport Authority board, I want to congratulate you on bringing this important project to fruition,' Woodfin said. 'You all have been serving our community, you're not new, and so as we see it, this is not a welcome to Birmingham. This is a thank you for continuing to choose Birmingham.' Atlantic Aviation expects construction to take around 20 months. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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04-02-2025
- Politics
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Air Force One returning to Florida: Best spot to watch and take selfies
Air Force One frequently makes stops in West Palm Beach, with the presidential airplane drawing attention from locals and visitors alike. Whether President Trump's plane is landing or taking off, there are plenty of opportunities to catch a glimpse and even snap a photo. It appears Trump is heading home to Palm Beach for Super Bowl weekend, though he will attend the game in New Orleans. The Federal Aviation Administration recently issued temporary flight restrictions for the airspace over Palm Beach and Mar-a-Lago, signaling his visit. The restrictions will go into effect at 4:45 p.m. Friday and end at 5:30 p.m. Sunday. Friday evening at Mar-a-Lago has another special event planned. Republican senators and their spouses are invited to a private dinner. Spectators can capture images of Air Force One from a grassy lot near Atlantic Aviation. Here's everything you need to know about Air Force One and how to see it up close in West Palm Beach. More: Trump's Air Force One airplane color change: 5 things to know The Air Force is set to receive entirely new Air Force One aircraft, replacing the current fleet with advanced, state-of-the-art planes, according to the Air Force. It will feature enhanced communications and security systems, designed to provide the president and staff with the same capabilities as the White House. When Trump travels as president, Air Force One lands at Palm Beach International Airport before being moved to Atlantic Aviation on Southern Blvd in West Palm Beach. When Air Force One arrives at the PBIA, only invited guests are allowed on the tarmac, where the president may wave and occasionally sign autographs. However, spectators can find spots near Palm Beach International Airport (PBIA) to watch the aircraft land or take off. There is a grassy lot in front of the Atlantic Aviation building where people often gather to take photos and videos of the planes. Many have parked there to capture images of #TrumpForceOne, which, as of Jan. 27, 2025, has over 5,000 posts on Instagram. While there is one primary Air Force One jet used for the president, there is also a backup aircraft, called Air Force Two when the vice president is aboard. Both jets are modified Boeing 747s and are kept ready to ensure continuity in case of emergency. More: Melbourne to Mar-a-Lago, Trump motorcade at Palm Beach airport, Air Force One selfie: Here's a guide Air Force One is a highly secure, mobile command center for the U.S. President, equipped with advanced communication systems, medical facilities, and defensive technology, according to the Air Force. The aircraft is often accompanied by fighter jets, such as F-16s or F-22 Raptors, for additional protection. These jets are deployed to ensure the safety of the president, intercepting any potential threats. Air Force One's combination of advanced technology and military support makes it one of the most secure aircraft in the world, capable of keeping the President operational even in emergencies. Diamond Walker is a journalist at The Palm Beach Post, part of the USA TODAY Florida Network. You can reach her at dkwalker@ Help support our journalism. Subscribe today This article originally appeared on Palm Beach Post: Air Force One in West Palm Beach Florida: Watch and take photos
USA Today
04-02-2025
- USA Today
Air Force One returning to Florida: Best spot to watch and take selfies
Air Force One returning to Florida: Best spot to watch and take selfies Show Caption Hide Caption US Households Face Rising Prices Under Trump Trade Policy Economic experts warn of long-term effects on household purchasing power. Money Talks News Air Force One frequently makes stops in West Palm Beach, with the presidential airplane drawing attention from locals and visitors alike. Whether President Trump's plane is landing or taking off, there are plenty of opportunities to catch a glimpse and even snap a photo. It appears Trump is heading home to Palm Beach for Super Bowl weekend, though he will attend the game in New Orleans. The Federal Aviation Administration recently issued temporary flight restrictions for the airspace over Palm Beach and Mar-a-Lago, signaling his visit. The restrictions will go into effect at 4:45 p.m. Friday and end at 5:30 p.m. Sunday. Friday evening at Mar-a-Lago has another special event planned. Republican senators and their spouses are invited to a private dinner. Spectators can capture images of Air Force One from a grassy lot near Atlantic Aviation. Here's everything you need to know about Air Force One and how to see it up close in West Palm Beach. More: Trump's Air Force One airplane color change: 5 things to know Is a new Air Force One being built? The Air Force is set to receive entirely new Air Force One aircraft, replacing the current fleet with advanced, state-of-the-art planes, according to the Air Force. It will feature enhanced communications and security systems, designed to provide the president and staff with the same capabilities as the White House. Where does Air Force 1 land in West Palm Beach? When Trump travels as president, Air Force One lands at Palm Beach International Airport before being moved to Atlantic Aviation on Southern Blvd in West Palm Beach. Can you watch Air Force One land or take off in Palm Beach County? When Air Force One arrives at the PBIA, only invited guests are allowed on the tarmac, where the president may wave and occasionally sign autographs. However, spectators can find spots near Palm Beach International Airport (PBIA) to watch the aircraft land or take off. Where can you take a picture of Air Force One or Trump Force One? There is a grassy lot in front of the Atlantic Aviation building where people often gather to take photos and videos of the planes. Many have parked there to capture images of #TrumpForceOne, which, as of Jan. 27, 2025, has over 5,000 posts on Instagram. How many Air Force One planes are there? While there is one primary Air Force One jet used for the president, there is also a backup aircraft, called Air Force Two when the vice president is aboard. Both jets are modified Boeing 747s and are kept ready to ensure continuity in case of emergency. More: Melbourne to Mar-a-Lago, Trump motorcade at Palm Beach airport, Air Force One selfie: Here's a guide What makes Air Force 1 special? Air Force One is a highly secure, mobile command center for the U.S. President, equipped with advanced communication systems, medical facilities, and defensive technology, according to the Air Force. Is Air Force One escorted by fighter jets? The aircraft is often accompanied by fighter jets, such as F-16s or F-22 Raptors, for additional protection. These jets are deployed to ensure the safety of the president, intercepting any potential threats. Air Force One's combination of advanced technology and military support makes it one of the most secure aircraft in the world, capable of keeping the President operational even in emergencies. Diamond Walker is a journalist at The Palm Beach Post, part of the USA TODAY Florida Network. You can reach her at dkwalker@ Help support our journalism. Subscribe today
