Flexjet broke ground on new custom-designed private terminal in Scottsdale, Arizona

Flexjet broke ground for its newest Flexjet exclusive private terminal at the Scottsdale, Ariz. Airport (KSDL) opening in late 2026. Today’s groundbreaking signals the start of this ground-up custom build a $36 million facility, with a 9,000 square-foot customer terminal, 9,500 square feet of office space and another 34,000 square feet in maintenance hangar space.

Kenn Ricci, Chairman of Flexjet commented: “Decades ago, I fell in love with this area and have since made it my home for a good portion of each year. It seems I was not the only one - as Scottsdale’s ultra-high net worth population has grown by nearly 90 percent in just the last ten years. Over that same period, private jet travel activity at this airport has grown by more than 50 percent and Flexjet traffic at this airport has doubled since 2000, making it our top 10 most popular airport.  As we build the fractional industry’s largest network of provider-exclusive private terminals, I couldn't be more excited to truly plant the Flexjet flag in such a meaningful location.”

The facility will take design cues from Flexjet’s global headquarters in Cleveland, Ohio, showcasing a contemporary aesthetic with a sleek exterior and expansive windows that flood the space with natural light.  Much like the artisan LXi Cabin Collection aircraft interiors making up the Flexjet fleet, so too are each of Flexjet’s private terminals in their design, decor and aesthetic - all with an eye for detail. 

The Scottsdale facility will offer a scenic backdrop of the McDowell Mountains and a 2,400 square foot outdoor terrace for Flexjet passengers to enjoy the views – whether they are aviation enthusiasts taking in the aircraft activity or the sunsets. This facility will also be an exclusive lounge for Flexjet aircraft Owners and their travel guests, fostering a seamless ground-to-air experience. Flexjet Technical Services, Flexjet’s in-house maintenance and product support team, will also have a presence at this new facility and provide ongoing, rapid assistance both on and off the aircraft. 

Additional amenities include:

• Exclusive access, only open to Flexjet aircraft Owners 
• Fully stocked bar and café stations  
• Ability to drive to the aircraft ramp side
• Versatile event space both indoors and outside on the terrace 
• Red Label by Flexjet LXi Cabin Collection inspired interior décor 
• Complimentary workspace and meeting venue with high-speed Wi-Fi access 
• 24/7 private, 29,000 square foot underground car park

Jeff Foland, Chief Executive Officer of Atlantic Aviation stated: “We’re delighted to partner with Flexjet on this remarkable new facility in Scottsdale, a city that continues to be a cornerstone of business aviation in the Southwest. Together, we’re delivering outstanding hospitality and operational excellence that meets the evolving needs of today’s most discerning travelers.”

Scottsdale will become one of Flexjet's Exclusive Private Terminals, which are already operating at Teterboro (KTEB), White Plains (KHPN), Dallas Love Field (KDAL), Naples, Fla. (KAPF) and Van Nuys (KVNY) in the Greater Los Angeles market. Additional private terminals are in various stages of their development in Bozeman, Mont. (KBZN), Palm Beach (KPBI) and Miami, Fla. (KOPF) as well as Las Vegas, Nev. (KLAS). 

In the U.K., Flexjet’s Exclusive Private Terminal, office space and maintenance hangar space is slated to open in 2026 at Farnborough Airport (EGLF), Europe’s leading airport for premium air travel connectivity. This revolutionary facility will be the first of its kind in Europe, dedicated exclusively to Flexjet passengers and staffed with Flexjet team members. The Farnborough terminal will feature a dedicated FBO facility, making Flexjet the first fractional operator in Europe to offer such a service.