ANN ARBOR, Mich. / August 13, 2024 / Aviation News—Avflight is proud to announce all 22 eligible FBOs in its U.S.-based network are now certified as Green Aviation Business – Tier 1 under NATA’s Sustainability Standard for Aviation Businesses.
This exciting announcement marks the first time Avflight, a global fixed-base operator, has received this designation and further illustrates the company’s overall commitment to sustainability.
“Sustainability is at the forefront of Avflight’s values, and we are immensely proud of this achievement,” said Garrett Hain, vice president of finance and treasurer for Avflight. “To have one of our locations certified is exciting; but for all 22 eligible U.S. locations to hold the title is a major accomplishment and amplifies our commitment to sustainability.”
Avflight’s U.S.-based network comprises 23 locations in whole—its recently-acquired Avflight Hattiesburg (KPIB) FBO will apply for certification in the year to come once it has 12 months’ worth of data to submit as required.
As part of the tier 1 certification process, all 22 Avflight locations established a baseline carbon footprint, submitted an environmental policy, phased out single-use products in kitchen/dining areas, and confirmed utilization of the following: a local recycling program; paperless processes; LED lighting; a filtered water fill station; motion-sensor lighting; energy-star rated kitchen appliances; and low-flow plumbing fixtures.
“At Avflight, we continuously look for ways to decrease our network’s footprint—whether it’s in our operations or the solutions we offer our customers—and always strive to be on the leading edge of sustainability initiatives,” said Hain.
The NATA certification supports Avflight’s broader, network-wide initiative to promote sustainable aviation operations and is an exciting addition to other ongoing measures, including working with BETA Technologies to install electric charging stations in key locations.
ABOUT NATA’S SUSTAINABILITY STANDARD FOR AVIATION BUSINESSES
According to NATA, its Sustainability Standard for Aviation Businesses was created to provide aviation businesses with a self-certification process for pursuing flexible options to lower their carbon footprint. Developed by a group within NATA’s
Environment Committee, the industry standard was designed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, increase use of environmentally-friendly energy sources, reduce waste and encourage sustainability operation-wide. The standard is consistent with existing environmental and sustainability standards for establishing and reducing a company’s carbon footprint.
ABOUT AVFLIGHT
Avflight operates a network of strategically-located, full-service FBOs across North America and Europe. All Avflight locations provide full fueling and line-service operations as well as a wide variety of amenities. Customers range from corporate jet traffic to freight and cargo companies, as well as charter operations and small aircraft. Each Avflight location is staffed by experienced professionals who undergo continual training to ensure that each customer and aircraft receive the safest, most efficient and friendliest service. Avflight is part of the Avfuel-Branded Network of 675+ FBOs around the globe.
MEDIA CONTACTS
Avflight Corporation: Garrett Hain, Vice President Finance & Treasurer, 734-663-6466, [email protected], avflight.com, facebook.com/avflight,
instagram.com/avflight_fbos, linkedin.com/company/avflight
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 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.
Avfuel Media Contact
Marci Ammerman – Vice President Marketing
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