Mississippi Airport Now Offers Full U.S. Customs Service

Southern Sky Aviation, the lone FBO at Mississippi’s Trent Lott International Airport (KPQL), has opened a new U.S. Customs facility, designating the airport as a point of entry.

Southern Sky’s onsite customs clearance—housed within a newly renovated building—now allows international arrivals to bypass the long lines and congestion often associated with larger airports, and also enables the clearance of foreign nationals. The company is a participant in the U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s (CBP) Reimbursable Services Program, enabling it to provide 24/7 service. In the past, customs at KPQL had been limited to on-request clearance, only during business hours on weekdays.

CPB’s “presence transforms KPQL into a true port of entry and positions our airport to serve international aviation operations with professionalism, security, and southern hospitality service,” said Southern Sky president of FBO operations Darryl Brewer.

The Avfuel-branded FBO specializes in quick turns and comprehensive ground handling for large aircraft, along with cargo and freight loading/unloading, and onsite maintenance. The facility has 67,000 sq ft of hangar space, capable of accommodating a Gulfstream G650. To further enhance its operational capabilities, construction is underway on 121,500 sq ft of additional ramp space, including a second connector point that will enhance fuel transfer.