Clay Lacy Aviation’s latest Fixed-Based Operation and hangar complex at Waterbury-Oxford Airport is nearing completion, set to open in the summer of 2024. with the state-of-the-art facility, spanning 120,000 square feet of new hangars.
Following a mild Northeast winter, construction has entered its final phase. The superstructure and concrete pours for all three hangars are complete. The FBO building’s construction continues, with the framed-in glass lobby serving as a visible progress marker. The taxiway to access Connecticut’s longest business aviation runway is finished, and the remaining ramp and parking facilities are expected to be completed soon.
Clay Lacy Aviation’s latest Fixed-Based Operation (FBO) and hangar complex at Waterbury-Oxford Airport (KOXC) is nearing completion and is set to open in the summer of 2024. The state-of-the-art facility, spanning 120,000 square feet of new hangars, is designed to meet the growing demand for hangar space in the New York and greater Northeast regions, while offering the benefits of basing aircraft in Connecticut.
Following a mild Northeast winter, construction has entered its final phase. The superstructure and concrete pours for all three hangars are complete. The FBO building’s construction continues, with the framed-in glass lobby serving as a visible progress marker. The taxiway to access Connecticut’s longest business aviation runway is finished, and the remaining ramp and parking facilities are expected to be completed soon.
“The facility still has room to accommodate more super-mid, large-cabin, and ultra-long range jets,” said David “Buddy” Blackburn, Chief Business Officer for FBOs, Clay Lacy. “Corporate flight departments with two or more aircraft can be hangared together, a feature that is considerably rare in the tight Tri-State market. We are nearly complete with the infrastructure. While it is easy to see the physical aspects of this ambitious project nearing completion, there has been just as much activity behind the scenes customizing build-to-suit office spaces, organizing fueling and operational equipment, and building out our team to provide legendary service to our customers,” he further added.
Maria Garceau has been appointed as the FBO General Manager for the new facility. Garceau, who joined Clay Lacy in March, brings over 20 years of FBO experience, including previous General Manager roles overseeing customer experience, line service, training, and operations at Connecticut-based aviation facilities.
All facilities under construction adhere to Clay Lacy’s Sustainability Strategy and will be certified and operated as carbon neutral. The facilities include solar panel provisions, electric vehicle (EV) charging, electric aircraft charging, efficient building design, and Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF).
“It’s an honor to be able to help design and implement the ultimate customer experience at Clay Lacy’s first Northeast FBO that matches the experience travelers have come to expect from Clay Lacy nationwide,” said Maria Garceau, FBO General Manager, Clay Lacy. “Every interaction they have will reflect the passion for aviation and dedication to service that we share,” he further added.
The Waterbury-Oxford Airport offers considerable cost savings and advantages, including:
- Connecticut’s largest business aviation airport
- On-airport maintenance, avionics, and AOG services
- Short flights to NY-metro airports
- Less congestion and flight activity, allowing short taxi times and quick departures
- 30% lower costs on hangar and office rentals, and sales tax benefits
- Higher availability than NY-based airports
- Runway improvements that can accommodate ultra-long range aircraft up to the Global 7500
- Covered auto parking
- New customs facilities on airport
- De-icing pad added on airport
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The completion of this FBO and hangar complex at Waterbury-Oxford Airport marks a significant milestone for Clay Lacy Aviation, enhancing its service offerings in the Northeast and providing a strategic advantage for corporate flight departments and private aircraft owners seeking modern, efficient, and cost-effective solutions.
Question – When is the opening date for Clay Lacy Aviation’s new FBO at Waterbury-Oxford Airport?
Answer – Summer 2024.
Question – Who is the FBO General Manager for the new facility?
Answer – Maria Garceau.
Question – What sustainability measures are implemented in the new facilities?
Answer – Solar panels, electric vehicle charging, and Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF).
