FlyUSA Acquires 3B Aviation
June 27, 2023
FlyUSA has acquired Tampa-based 3B Aviation, expanding FlyUSA's privately managed fleet to 15 aircraft across the Tampa Bay region. 3B Aviation founder Nick Barrows joins FlyUSA as President of Acquisitions and Management; prior to the deal 3B employed about ten pilots and managed 13 aircraft for more than 25 private owners.
- Buyers
- FlyUSA, Inc.
- Targets
- 3B Aviation
- Industry
- Transportation
- Location
- Florida, United States
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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