Atlantic Aviation begins work on $40 million project at Birmingham-Shuttlesworth
Atlantic Aviation has begun work on a redevelopment and expansion of its facility, hangars, and ramp at Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM).
The redevelopment is scheduled for completion in early 2027, according to the company.
Plans include a new executive fixed base operator (FBO) terminal, fuel farm with increased capacity, and two hangars – each roughly 30,000 square feet.
There will be office and shop spaces and 28-foot main doors for handling globally capable aircraft.
About seven acres of additional ramp area with concrete hardstands for large group charter aircraft will also be added.
Atlantic’s Southeast Region senior VP of operations, Kurt Schmidt, said the project is the “result of outstanding collaboration with airport and city leadership.”
“And while we take great pride in the design of the new facility itself, we are equally as proud of the economic development benefits it will bring to the airport, its users, and the local community,” Schmidt said.
The 7,500-square-foot new executive FBO terminal building will feature a design that infuses luxury with functionality and a “significant dash of legendary southern charm,” according to the company.
There will be an open concept lobby and reception area, a café, multiple conference rooms, and a large crew lounge and flight planning area. A new training area is included, along with expanded offices and locker rooms for Atlantic team members.
Recycled materials will be used throughout construction, as well as high-efficiency HVAC, lighting, and plumbing fixtures. One of the new hangars will have solar panels to offset its energy usage, while the other hangar will be solar capable for future development. There will be six electric vehicle charging stations.
Two smaller existing hangars will be demolished to make way for the new, larger hangars, while three other existing hangars and the current FBO terminal building will be retained. After the new FBO terminal is complete, the current FBO will undergo minor renovations to support continued operational use.