Story ID: 519
New APP Set to Open at HWD
By: Curt Epstein
Caption: The Connecticut-based FBO chain is preparing to debut its new $5 million facility at the Bay-area gateway.
Word Count: 259
Connecticut-based aviation services provider APP Jet Center (Booth 4655) will be opening its new FBO facility at California’s Hayward Executive Airport (HWD) next month. The $5 million project includes a new 20,000-sq-ft hangar capable of sheltering the latest long-range business jets, which will bring the facility’s aircraft storage space to 86,000 sq ft. It will be attached to an existing 12,000-sq-ft hangar, which will provide 32,000 sq ft of contiguous hangar space. In addition, a new 3,000-sq-ft terminal designed by San Francisco’s Niche Interiors, will aesthetically reflect the style of Silicon Valley. It will offer a pilot lounge, snooze rooms, shower facilities, concierge service, Wi-Fi, private meeting rooms, dishwasher and linen service, and rampside vehicle access.

“This is a bold achievement for APP,” said Chris Hambleton, vice president of APP Properties, which also operates FBOs in Manassas, Va., Fort Pierce, Fla., and Denver, Colo. “We are increasing our aircraft storage and client services while developing the most distinguished facility at Hayward Executive Airport. We have planned on this for many years and are very excited for our clients to share our enjoyment of this upscale, modern property.”

Tom Panico, the location’s general manager, added: “It’s an honor to offer this top-notch facility to our loyal clients and to our growing list of new clients, as well.”

The San Francisco-area airport has seen more than its share of development of late. Last month, Meridian opened its FBO at HWD, giving the New Jersey-based company its first presence on the West Coast.