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Universal Partners on Dominican Republic FBO Renovation
By: Curt Epstein
Caption: The project is expected to be completed by mid-year
Word Count: 205
Universal Aviation’s Dominican Republic division has partnered with Aerodom on the renovation and remodeling of the FBO at Prof. Juan Bosch International Airport (MDCY) in Samaná. Aerodom is the private concessioner commissioned by the Dominican government to develop, operate, and manage the international airports in the Caribbean island country.
When the $500,000 project is completed by midyear, Universal will operate the 3,500-sq-ft facility with passenger and pilot lounges, concierge service, a full catering kitchen, coffee bar, and in-house customs and immigration clearance. The FBO will also offer aircraft ground handling, transportation, and fueling services, with the capacity to handle 1,000 international flights a year.
“This new FBO at Samaná Airport responds to growing demand from high-profile travelers in the region’s ultra-luxury tourism sector,” said Danilo Rosario Jiménez, director of Universal’s Dominican Republic operations. “By strengthening our presence in the northeastern region with world-class, personalized service, we’re supporting the area’s economic development while ensuring private and executive aviation clients receive the premium experience they expect.”
The project is similar in scope to the earlier partnership between the two companies in the rebuild of the FBO at Gregorio Luperón International Airport in Puerto Plata.