A VISIT TO ATLANTIC AVIATION IN CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA

 

Atlantic Aviation in Carlsbad, California, is a Fixed-Base Operator (FBO) located at McClellan-Palomar Airport (CRQ).  

Here are the key details about the facility and its services:

• Location: 2100 Palomar Airport Road, Carlsbad, CA 92011.  

• Operating Hours: Monday to Sunday, 06:00 to 22:00 (24-hour service is available with a callout).  

• Contact Number: (760) 930-0123.  

Services and Amenities typically offered include:

• Fueling (Jet-A and 100LL Avgas)  

• Concierge Services (e.g., hotel arrangements, gourmet catering)  

• Aircraft handling and ground services (including GPU, lav service, potable water, de-icing)  

• Hangar space (accommodating large aircraft up to Global & G650)  

• Executive terminal facilities for passengers and crew  

• Conference room with AV equipment  

• Wi-Fi (in the facility and on the ramp)  

• Courtesy cars and preferred rental agencies  

• 24-hour surveillance and security  

• U.S. Customs services are available at the airport.

Atlantic Aviation is owned by the global investment firm KKR (Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co. Inc.), which is the majority shareholder.  

In 2022, Atlantic Aviation completed a business combination with Ross Aviation. 

Following that merger, KKR remained the majority shareholder, while KSL Capital Partners, Ross Aviation's former principal owner, became a significant minority investor in the combined company.  

KKR originally acquired Atlantic Aviation from Macquarie Infrastructure Corporation in 2021.