Oklahoma Mx Provider Adds FBO at Wiley Post Airport

Following its acquisition of the lease of the former infrastructure assets of aircraft operator and defense contractor Metrea at Oklahoma’s Wiley Post Airport (KPWA), AvionAero, an aircraft maintenance provider, has now added an FBO to its operation, making it a full-service shop for aircraft operators and bringing the number of service providers on the field to three.

The company recently held the grand opening of its 17,000-sq-ft terminal and offices, which underwent a half-million-dollar renovation. Open daily from 6 a.m. until 10 p.m., the facility includes a 10,000-sq-ft lobby; two conference rooms seating 12 and six, respectively; a canteen; a pilot lounge with snooze room and showers. Three crew cars are also available.

The Phillips 66-branded facility offers 75,000 sq ft of hangars capable of sheltering up to a super-midsize jet, and AvionAero waives ramp fees on quick turns or with a minimum fuel purchase.

“As an independent FBO, we can spoil our customers, and that’s how we compete and win on personal service,” said co-owner Justin Covalt. “We offer a personal touch and are willing to do more.”

On the maintenance side, AvionAero is an FAA Part 145 repair station specializing in aircraft maintenance and support across a broad range of airframes, including Beechcraft, Cessna, Learjet, and Gulfstream models. It can also install performance modifications on Beechcraft King Airs and Cessna Caravans.