Desert Jet Plans Major Expansion at California Airport

Desert Jet, an FBO and maintenance provider at California’s Jacqueline Cochran Regional Airport (KTRM), has signed an agreement with its landlord, Riverside County, to expand its leasehold by 7.5 acres. This will more than double its existing size.

The company, which has been in operation since 2007, has big plans for that additional real estate with a $20 million expansion on tap. Included in the project is 3.5 acres of additional ramp, which is expected to be completed by year-end, followed by 4,000 sq ft of office and VIP lounge space, and two additional 28,000-sq-ft hangars (the location’s second and third).

The first of these additional hangars is expected to break ground early next year, with an eye toward completion by mid-2028. Its adjoining twin will follow thereafter. Both new hangars will be used for aircraft storage and the expansion of Desert Jet’s maintenance operation.

“This agreement represents an important step forward for Desert Jet’s KTRM location and secures our ability to meet demand,” said company CEO Jared Fox. “This expansion will allow us to increase capacity, enhance our maintenance capabilities, and continue delivering the elevated service experience that defines Desert Jet Center.”