Banyan Air Service, the largest FBO at Florida’s Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport (KFXE), has been chosen by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) as the exclusive provider of the agency’s reimbursable services program (RSP) at the airfield.
CBP at KFXE is normally available from 8 a.m. until midnight, and the RSP allows Banyan to arrange after-hours customs clearance on behalf of late-arriving business jet customers. It also eliminates the need for customers to make an interim stop to clear customs as they arrive in the U.S.
The FBO—which is open 24/7—offers a full slate of services for general aviation customers, ranging from ground handling and fueling to maintenance and one of the largest pilot shops. The addition of RSP serves to enhance its offerings, according to Jon Tonko, the company’s v-p of FBO services.
“This partnership highlights our dedication to offering exceptional services to our clients and facilitating their travel experience,” he said. “By collaborating with U.S. Customs and Border [Protection], we can ensure a seamless and efficient customs clearance process for international passengers.”