Aviation Glossary

Hangar Rash Explained: What Every Private Jet Owner Should Know About Ground Damage

Hangar rash is the most common form of damage to private jets, and it never happens in the air. From towing incidents to tight hangar spaces, here’s what every aircraft owner and charter client should understand about ground damage risks, FBO protocols, and the insurance implications that follow.

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When Five-Star Hotels Move Into the FBO for a Private Aviation Hospitality Revolution

Platinum Business Aviation Centre‘s new partnership with Mondrian Gold Coast marks a turning point in private aviation ground experience. Luxury hotel brands are moving into FBO spaces with formalized design and service partnerships, and the implications for how we fly — and what we expect before we board — are significant.

Aviation Glossary

How Customs Works at Private Terminals: A Practical Guide for International Arrivals

International arrivals on private aircraft involve a customs process most passengers never fully understand. Here’s how CBP clearance actually works at FBOs, what distinguishes User Fee Airports from Landing Rights Airports, why the Customs Circle exists, and what Global Entry members should know about mobile processing availability on the ramp.