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Paragon Aviation Group Welcomes New Ohio Member
By: Curt Epstein
Caption: The network of independent FBOs made its debut as an exhibitor this year at NBAA's Schedulers and DIspatchers Conference in San Antonio.
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The Ohio State University Airport’s Austin E. Knowlton Executive Terminal in Columbus, Ohio, is the latest FBO to join the Paragon Network. The modern, full-service facility features a private pilot lounge, sleep rooms with DirecTV, showers, on-site restaurant, and pilot shop.

“We are thrilled to have the opportunity to work with the Paragon Network’s elite group of FBOs,” said Michael Eppley, FBO general manager of the Ohio State University Airport. “Our airport is not only well positioned in the Columbus market, but in addition we offer a premier facility with a competitive price. We work hard to not only meet but to exceed each customer’s expectation every visit. Joining up with these exceptional FBOs will provide us the opportunity to take our great safety and service standards to an even higher level.”

To join the network, which was founded in 2011 and now numbers 57 locations worldwide, FBOs undergo a comprehensive audit conducted by Paragon. Each member must also comply with a set of core standards to remain in the group. Clients using the network are eligible for Paragon Preferred status, which includes access to custom fuel pricing, dispatching fuel requests to network locations, and making reservations through the group’s website.