On June 28th, the inauguration ceremony for the Chengdu Airport Fixed Base Operator (FBO) was held at Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (IATA: CTU, ICAO: ZUUU). With the official operation of Chengdu FBO, the southwestern region is entering a new phase in the development of business aviation and the low-altitude economy.
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Currently, the cities in China with established FBOs include Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Hangzhou, Sanya, Kunming, and others. Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport is one of the most influential airports in the central and western regions, consistently ranking among the top in the country for business jet takeoffs and landings. The launch of the Chengdu FBO will further meet the hardware service needs of business jet charters at the airport and will also help enhance Chengdu’s position as an international aviation hub.
Liu Chang, Vice Chairman of SINO JET and Chairman of the Asian Business Aviation Association, stated that as a regional business aviation hub and a new benchmark for low-altitude economic development, the launch of Chengdu FBO not only marks a new chapter in the aviation industry in the southwestern region but also highlights Chengdu’s forward-thinking approach in the “business aviation + low-altitude economy” model.
The Chengdu FBO Covers an Area of 5,500 Square Meters and Has 20 Dedicated Business Jet Stands
Chengdu FBO occupies 5,500 square meters and includes 20 dedicated stands. It also features a multifunctional conference hall, five dedicated passenger lounges, crew rest areas (two on both airside and landside), a small press conference hall, an exhibition area, security screening channels, and support for international flight arrivals and departures. Additionally, it is equipped with 17 dedicated business jet stands and an access ramp bridge, capable of meeting the needs of daily services, large conferences, business receptions, and small press events.
Chengdu Shuangliu Int’l AIrport FBO Area (Credit: chengdu.cn)
A relevant official from Chengdu Shuangliu District introduced, “From January to May 2024, Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport completed 85,574 aircraft movements, averaging 563 movements per day. We support airlines in increasing the frequency of high-capacity, high-load-factor, and high-experience business routes, pushing the proportion of express line passengers to 45%, supporting stable air passenger traffic at 30 million.” Shuangliu District will continue to enhance the international aviation hub’s position while integrating resources to vigorously develop the FBO and cultivate the business jet service industry.
It is learned that Chengdu FBO’s diversified comprehensive services are quite remarkable. While meeting the refined living needs of business jet users, it integrates various business formats such as art exhibitions and high-end catering, enhancing the overall service quality of the FBO and injecting new momentum into the prosperous development of the regional economy.
By 2025-2026: Direct Flights from Airport to Chunxi Road in Under 10 Minutes
As China’s first and the world’s second eVTOL company to successfully complete a full range of flight tests, including full-size, full-weight, and full-envelope tilt-rotor transitions, Aerofugia from Chengdu High-Tech Zone signed a cooperation agreement with Sichuan Huahui Business Aviation Service Co., Ltd. on the day of Chengdu FBO’s inauguration.
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Fei Lan, Marketing Director of Aerofugia, introduced, “We have already started formulating the flight certification plan, and we expect to complete the entire certification process between 2025 and 2026. After that, we can gradually begin small-scale commercial operations. In the future, taking an eVTOL from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport directly to Chengdu High-Tech Zone or central areas like Chunxi Road and Taikoo Li will take no more than 10 minutes.”
Conclusion
The inauguration of the Chengdu Airport Fixed Base Operator (FBO) signifies a transformative leap for the region’s business aviation and low-altitude economy. With cutting-edge facilities and comprehensive services, the Chengdu FBO is set to become a pivotal hub for business aviation. The support from local authorities and the innovative efforts of companies like Aerofugia further enhance Chengdu’s strategic position. As the FBO integrates diverse services and prepares for the future of eVTOL travel, it will undoubtedly drive significant economic growth and cement Chengdu’s status as a leading aviation center in China.
References:
https://www.aerofugia.com/
https://new.qq.com/rain/a/20240628A09XZH00
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