FBO Fuel Pricing: Seeking a Silver Bullet

Ever since the Lone Ranger first loaded his trusty six-shooter with silver bullets, I’ve been intrigued with the idea of formulating a single straightforward solution for pricing fuel at FBO operations I’ve managed over the years.

This search for the silver bullet is a subject we discuss at our FBO Success Seminars, and FBO managers in attendance often voice their concerns about how to effectively price fuel. On one hand, they’re concerned about the bottom line. On the other hand, they don’t want to price themselves out of the market and lose valuable customers in the process.

Indeed, it’s a two-edge sword. The trick is to maximize both cutting edges. Let me explain.

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World Fuel Services and ExxonMobil Aviation Announce the Avitat Premier Card

World Fuel Services Corporation (NYSE: INT) and ExxonMobil Aviation have partnered together to launch the Avitat Premier Card program. This new affinity card was made available in October 2010 and can be used to obtain discounted fuel and aviation-related services at participating Exxon and ExxonMobil Aviation-branded Avitat FBO locations throughout the United States and the Bahamas.
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Fowler Joins Hiller Group

Scott Fowler has joined The Hiller Group as Northwest Territory sales manager and to assist Hiller's USGA brand development and marketing initiatives. Fowler has developed marketing strategies, strategic alliances, and PR and web initiatives for domestic and international aviation companies and FBOs for seven years.
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Business Jet Center Doubles Fuel Discount at OAK for AOPA Members

Business Jet Center is doubling the fuel discount for AOPA members at the Oakland International Airport (OAK) location from June 15 to August 15. The discount of 50 cents per gallon on avgas doubles the current 25-cent discount afforded to AOPA members at the OAK facility.
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