What is an FBO? Fixed-Base Operator Guide
An FBO (Fixed-Base Operator) is a commercial business granted the right by an airport to operate on the field and provide aviation services. FBOs are the primary fueling providers for general aviation, offering Jet A fuel, avgas (100LL), aircraft parking, hangar space, and passenger services.
How It Relates to Fuel Delivery
FBOs serve as the 'gas stations' of the aviation world — but they offer far more than fuel. Services typically include aircraft fueling (Jet A and avgas), hangar and tie-down rentals, passenger lounges and concierge services, ground handling and towing, aircraft maintenance coordination, and customs/immigration processing at international airports.
FBOs purchase fuel in bulk from suppliers and distributors, then resell it to aircraft operators at a markup. The fuel supply chain for aviation is critical — Jet A must meet strict ASTM D1655 specifications, and the chain of custody must be documented from refinery to aircraft wing.
BettyJet supplies Jet A fuel to FBOs at airports across Florida. We work with FBOs to ensure consistent supply, competitive pricing, and reliable delivery schedules — because an FBO that runs out of fuel loses customers to competitors.
Why It Matters for BettyJet Customers
If you operate an FBO, reliable fuel supply is your lifeline. BettyJet provides consistent Jet A delivery to FBOs across Florida with competitive pricing, reliable scheduling, and emergency supply capabilities for unexpected demand spikes.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do FBOs price their fuel?
FBOs purchase fuel wholesale and add a margin for infrastructure, labor, and services. Retail Jet A prices at FBOs vary widely — from $4/gallon to $10+/gallon depending on location, competition, and service level. The FBO's wholesale cost (what BettyJet supplies) is just one component.
Can BettyJet supply fuel directly to aircraft?
BettyJet supplies fuel to FBOs and aviation fuel storage facilities — not directly into aircraft. Aircraft fueling requires specialized equipment, training, and airport credentials that FBOs maintain. We ensure the FBO has the fuel; they handle the aircraft fueling.
Related Terms
ULSD stands for Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel — a cleaner-burning diesel fuel containing no more than 15 parts per million (ppm) of sulfur. Since 2006, the EPA has required all on-road diesel sold in the United States to meet the ULSD standard, replacing Low Sulfur Diesel (LSD) which contained up to 500 ppm of sulfur.
Dyed DieselDyed diesel — also called red diesel or off-road diesel — is standard ULSD fuel that has been dyed red to indicate it is exempt from federal and state road taxes. It is chemically identical to on-road diesel but costs significantly less because the tax (typically $0.40-0.60/gallon) is not applied.
Wet HosingWet hosing is the practice of fueling vehicles or equipment directly from a mobile fuel truck rather than from a stationary storage tank. The fuel truck pulls up to each vehicle and fills it on-site — no bulk tank, no pump, no infrastructure required.
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