Landmark Aviation (Booth 2246) held the grand opening last month for its new FBO campus atSan DiegoInternationalAirport, where it is the lone services provider. The Houston-based chain broke ground on the $39 million FBO last October. The 12.4-acre complex includes nearly six acres of ramp space and 115,000 sq ft of hangar space capable of sheltering aircraft up to a G650. The 19,000-sq-ft, two-story terminal includes a passenger lounge, viewing deck, fitness center, conference room, pilot lounge with snooze room, a gourmet café and office space.
There is now plenty of ramp space at Landmark San Diego, with 250,000 sq ft assigned solely to the FBO. On the second floor of the building, tenant and FBO office space is available as well as an outdoor patio with a clear view of arriving aircraft.
The hangar that fronts the street entry to the FBO was turned into a canvas for Canadian artist Ken Gangbar, who was selected to design a unique piece on the property. He could have picked any location but decided that the huge exterior hangar wall provided the best opportunity for his nature-themed work. The result looks like smoothly sculptured stones emerging naturally from a white wall, suggesting at the same time aerodynamic characteristics.
“This project took a lot of collective effort and dedication over the last two years, and we are impressed with the finished product,” said Dan Bucaro, Landmark president and CEO, who acknowledged the support of the San Diego County Regional Airport Authority in bringing the project to completion. “We are excited to offer our customers a more spacious and modern facility, boasting many amenities.” In 2012, the Airport Authority awarded Landmark Aviation a 37-year lease.
The FBO is also home to a new catering facility operated by Stevie’s Restaurant, which also operates a gourmet café there.
Landmark also lays claim to being the first FBO complex built to meet the U.S. Green Building Council’s Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design (Leed) Platinum certification standards.
