Heritage Aviation Unveils its 79,000-Square-Foot Eco FBO

If we asked you to place a word in front of the phrase "International Airport," your first choice probably wouldn't be "Burlington," as in Vermont. Nevertheless the Burlington International Airport has been growing steadily the past few years, and one of its tenants, Heritage Aviation, has been growing with it. The company has just unveiled its 79,000-square-foot Fixed Base Operation (FBO), for 24/7 facilities and services aimed at the general aviation crowd.

The opening gala will be held on May 20 to showcase the FBO and hangar. Vermont companies and artists aided in the design and decoration of the buildings, which include a gym, game room, media room, flight planning and nap rooms, LEKTRO tugs, and FAA-certified and award-winning avionics, maintenance, detailing and aircraft management services. Sadly, it appears the pancake conveyor belt and a maple syrup fountain has been left out of this initial build. If you're in the area, the Vermont Symphony Orchestra will be providing entertainment, and samples of Vermont microbrews will make you feel even better about being there. It's BYO on 'cakes and syrup...