- April 23, 2021, 12:18 PM
Sheltair s acquisition of the former Apex Executive Jet Center at central Florida s Orlando Melbourne International Airport gives the company its 12th full-service facility in the state. (Photo: Sheltair)
Sheltair has expanded its network with the addition of Apex Executive Jet Center, one of two full-service providers at Florida’s Orlando Melbourne International Airport (KMLB). For Sheltair the purchase represents its 19
th FBO and the 12
th in its home state.
The company has had a presence at KMLB since 1988 and already operated 250,000 sq ft of hangar space there. The new acquisition added another 52,000 sq ft of hangar space that can accommodate ultra-long-range business jets. Also included in the purchase was the 12,400-sq-ft terminal, which features a pilot lounge, flight planning area, 10-seat A/V-equipped conference room, refreshment bar, concierge, and available U.S. Customs.