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David Donald

Business aviation veteran Tom Owen was appointed as general manager for the Big Island Jet Center, a new Hawaiian FBO set to open in December. Owen has 18 years of experience in business aviation operations, including being a part of the Avfuel Corporation’s FBO management team and acting as general manager for Sonoma Jet Center in Santa Rosa, California.
“After working with some of the best FBOs in the country, I am thrilled to help combine the best FBO operational practices, hospitality, and safety, and integrate that with the spirit of Aloha prevalent with the people on the Big Island of Hawaii,” said Owen. “The Kona district has an amazing combination of beautiful beaches, clear waters for spotting dolphins, mantas, and sea turtles, as well as world-class golf resorts, hiking trails, historic Hawaiian landmarks, and spectacular mountains growing world-famous Kona coffee.”
Owen is tasked with leading the development and operation of the FBO at Ellison Onizuka International Airport in Kailua-Kona and has already relocated to Kona to oversee the final stages of completion. The facility will have a 50,000-gallon fuel farm, while the nine-acre ramp can accommodate aircraft of up to Boeing 737. Hangars are being built that meet the highest local standards in terms of wind and storm resistance.
Initially, the FBO will have a temporary luxury terminal in place before the completion of a 7,500-sq-ft executive terminal complex next year. Featuring an open-concept design, the terminal will reflect the Aloha spirit while offering modern amenities, including high-tech conference areas and wireless connectivity throughout the terminal and ramp.

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Tom Owen Appointed General Manager at Big Island Jet Center in Hawaii

Tom Owen brings years of FBO and fuel supply experience to Hawaii’s Big Island

Business aviation veteran Tom Owen has been appointed as general manager for the Big Island Jet Center, a new FBO that is due to open in December in Hawaii. 

Tom Owen Appointed GM at Big Island Jet Center in Hawaii

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