Business Spotlight: Alaska Aerofuel
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Alaska Aerofuel provides service with a hometown feel and big city results. Located in Fairbanks, Alaska, (PAFA/KFAI), Alaska Aerofuel is the perfect place for all of your flying needs. Keep reading to learn more about this FBO and all of the services they provide.
1) What sets your company apart from the competition?
- Alaska Aerofuel is the only FBO in Alaska with onsite US Customs and Immigration.
- FREE de-icing on international tech-stops (up to G650, GLEX and 7X). Lower landing fees, many no-charge services and competitive fuel pricing.
- We own and operate our own equipment.
- Alaska Aerofuel at PAFA/KFAI is best situated on the great circle route shortening the distance of most international tech-stops between North America and Asia.
- Fairbanks airport has a strong focus on general aviation – a distinct advantage since there is no major cargo aircraft congestion and delays. This shortens your time from touchdown to rollout.
- Keep your brakes cool—land long, taxi short. Easy accessibility on and off our primary 11,800’ runway to and from the Alaska Aerofuel FBO and all its great services and advantages.
- Fairbanks historically enjoys a stable winter climate, keeping weather-related closures to a minimum. In 15 years, there have only been three, brief weather closures. Fairbanks is truly your time, distance, cost advantage tech-stop.
2) How do attract new customers?
We aren’t just “a” tech-stop, we are “your” tech-stop. We are an extension of your flight department. We must always be up-to-date with the current information, trends and needs to earn a positive referral and be at the ready for new inquiries. Relationships with the flight departments and vendors are the key. We participate in a variety of conferences, regional events, aviation organizations as well as face-to-face meetings around the world.
… And diverts. When other airports close and corporate jets find themselves at Alaska Aerofuel in Fairbanks, the most commonly heard statement is, “Why haven’t we been coming here all along?”
3) What new features do you have at your location(s)?
Enhanced Western catering and authentic Chinese cuisine. New, larger, secure catering storage for safety, quality assurance and to keep up with the greater demand. Interpreters of many Asian languages and dialects. More CBP Officers to be at the ready to process your flight at our on-site US Customs and Immigration office. Alaska Aerofuel is a true-one-stop shop. The main lobby just got new carpet, too!
4) What services/amenities do you provide?
Convenient arrangements - Let us be your local concierge and book your hotel, rental cars, etc. Many come with additional discounts though our partnerships. Along with Alaska Aerofuel’s big service and big heart, it is the little things, too. What better snack than freshly-baked chocolate chip cookies? (And yes, you can take some to go.) There are two varieties of North Pole Coffee Roasting Company coffee. We’ve just incorporated North America award winning tea from the local tea master at SippingStreams Tea Company, which has proven very popular with our international clients. Come June-early-September, adorn the cabin of your aircraft with the coveted, cut-that-day, fresh peonies as the greater Fairbanks region is the world’s supplier of peonies during those months.
Those amenities compliment a great location with an 11,800’ runway, 177,000’ of ramp space, 18,000 sf climate controlled hangar, and one of the best ramp crews in the business. Alaska Aerofuel is the clear choice.
5) Date your company started business?
April 1982 – from a couple guys and one truck to a fleet of over 75 pieces of varying fuel trucks and supporting equipment, companywide.
6) How many people on staff?
The company currently employs 70, with more seasonally. Many at Alaska Aerofuel have a passion for, and are active in aviation adding that special touch and understanding of flight departments’ needs. Loyalty, commitment, and longevity are hallmarks of our staff.
7) What is your location or locations?
PAFA for FBO Services. Seasonally we are at GAL and PAFB, and self-serve availability at PANN. We are also occasionally at remote airports under contract via the State of Alaska.
8) What is the one thing you want pilots to know about your location?
Not just one thing … Satisfied customers usually have more than one need. Those needs are met in Fairbanks. Don’t let the misnomers and rumors curb your interest in Fairbanks. We have a highly sophisticated and dynamic airport successfully meeting the most diverse aviation needs in the world.
Fairbanks has a Marriott in addition to many other wonderful lodging establishments and distinguished dining. There are also multiple non-stop flights directly into Fairbanks International Airport from Seattle on multiple carriers as well as seasonal non-stops from other major US airports and additional commercial airlines.
9) Website / email / phone
www.alaskaaerofuel.com/jets@alaskaaerofuel.com/+1 907-474-0061
10) Any other qualities/features you would like others to know?
Alaska Aerofuel is constantly dedicated to your corporate traveling needs from safety to services to competitive pricing. It is time to join those who have already made the switch to Alaska Aerofuel in Fairbanks.