Atlantic Aviation has completed a new 30-year lease agreement with Pitkin County, continuing its role as the FBO at Aspen/Pitkin County airport. The agreement underscores Atlantic Aviation's dedication to providing services to the aviation industry while driving innovation, sustainability and community engagement.

The lease reflects Atlantic's commitment to supporting local and regional priorities. Key elements of the agreement include infrastructure investments, community support and sustainability commitments. Atlantic will contribute more than $100 million to capital projects, including FBO redevelopment along with new development on the east and west sides of the airport. The company will continue to support local programmes focused on delivering meaningful value locally across categories including decarbonisation, affordable housing, sustainability and conservation, aviation education and noise mitigation., and development plans integrate cutting-edge green technologies including solar energy systems, electric vehicle charging stations and provisions for electric aircraft infrastructure as it becomes viable.

“Atlantic Aviation is deeply honoured to extend its partnership with Pitkin County through this historic lease agreement,” says Clive Lowe, executive vice president at Atlantic Aviation. “We look forward to working closely with the Aspen community to deliver a safe, community-beneficial and environmentally state-of-the-art operation, and to providing exceptional service and support to the aviation community and its passengers for many years to come.”

The redevelopment projects will include state-of-the-art facilities designed to achieve Net-Zero, LEED Zero and Platinum Zero Waste certifications, while pursuing Aspen's Water Integrated Resource Plan's Net Positive Water objectives. Additionally, Atlantic will support key local programmes focused on affordable housing, aviation education, conservation and noise mitigation. The agreement also incorporates significant improvements for local pilots and aircraft operators, including a 1,500 square foot pilot planning and support building and tie-down infrastructure.

Pitkin County manager Jon Peacock notes: “This has been a productive and thorough process between Atlantic Aviation and Pitkin County staff who have worked to ensure that the values of our community are reflected in every aspect of this lease. Their commitment to transparency, sustainability and collaboration has been instrumental in achieving this milestone.”

Atlantic has proudly operated the Aspen FBO and supported the local general aviation community for decades. Embarking on this exciting chapter, the company remains steadfast in its mission to deliver exceptional experiences while building a safe and sustainable future for Aspen/Pitkin County Airport and the broader community.