LEESBURG, Va. / February 3, 2020 / GENERAL AVIATION NEWS – Avfuel Corporation is proud to welcome ProJet Aviation at Leesburg Executive Airport (KJYO) to its branded network of FBOs.
Located at the closest general aviation airport to the nation’s capital city, ProJet Aviation serves as Washington D.C.’s private aviation destination of choice and acts as a superb gateway to the Dulles Tech Corridor, and Virginia’s esteemed horse and wine country. Arriving guests are welcomed by an award-winning hospitality team and benefit from full-service amenities, including catering services and comfortable facilities.
“Customers tell us they love our service and the hassle-free experience at Leesburg Executive,” said Shye Gilad, ProJet Aviation CEO. “We are excited to expand our reach with the Avfuel Network.”
ProJet Aviation prides itself in providing customers with cost-saving quality and time-saving service. Guests enjoy no landing fees, competitive fuel pricing, and an approximate 30% savings on fuel, hangar space and services compared to Washington Dulles International Airport. These benefits are in addition to no long taxi delays, plane-side boarding, valet service, and on-site U.S. Customs.
“We are proud to offer flight departments an exceptional FBO choice in the D.C. region,” said Joel Hirst, Avfuel’s vice president of sales. “ProJet Aviation exemplifies the best qualities of an FBO that our flying customers have come to expect—exceptional care for planes, pilots and passengers alike in a first-rate facility.”
ABOUT PROJET AVIATION
ProJet Aviation is the DC metro region's premier aviation hospitality company, dedicated to helping people accomplish extraordinary things through the wonder of private flight. The company operates ProJet Center, a Fixed Base Operation (FBO), at Leesburg Executive Airport (KJYO), general aviation’s gateway to Washington DC, Dulles, and Virginia's Horse & Wine Country. Established in 2007 by former airline pilot and entrepreneur Shye Gilad, and noted entrepreneur and philanthropist Sheila C. Johnson, Founder & CEO of Salamander Hotels and Resorts, ProJet Aviation combines the operational integrity of the world’s best airlines with the refined service of a world-class resort. ProJet’s numerous accolades include recognition as a Washington Business Journal’s Best Place to Work, Loudoun County Chamber’s Service Business of the Year, Town of Leesburg’s Tourism Ambassador Award, and an Inc. 500/5000 Fastest Growing Company.
ABOUT AVFUEL CORPORATION
Avfuel provides fuel and services to the global aviation industry and is the leading independent supplier in the United States. Established as a supply and logistics company more than 45 years ago, Avfuel is core competent in every aspect that surrounds the delivery of fuel—from refinery to wingtip. Avfuel combines global access with personalized service throughout a fueling network of more than 3,000 locations worldwide and 650+ Avfuel-branded dealers. Our 100% dedication to aviation demonstrates our passion and commitment to a global community that prospers on the movement of goods and services around the world.
Contacts:
Avfuel Corporation: Marci Ammerman, Vice President Marketing, 734-663-6466, [email protected], avfuel.com, facebook.com/avfuel, twitter.com/AVFUEL
ProJet Aviation: Julie O’Brien, General Manager, 703-889-8558, [email protected], projetaviation.com, facebook.com/ProJetAviation, twitter.com/projetaviation