Modern Aviation Acquires Puerto Rico FBO at Isla Grande Airport
February 1, 2024
Modern Aviation has acquired Puerto Rico FBO LLC at Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (Isla Grande Airport/TJIG) in San Juan, Puerto Rico from the owners of Benitez Aviation and its affiliates. The acquisition adds approximately 40,000 square feet of hangar and office space to Modern's network as the company expands its presence in San Juan and advances development of additional hangars at the airport.
- Buyers
- Modern Aviation
- Targets
- Puerto Rico FBO LLC
- Sellers
- Benitez Aviation and its affiliates
- Industry
- Transportation
- Location
- Puerto Rico, United States
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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