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Glossary/FBO (Fixed-Base Operator)
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FBO (Fixed-Base Operator)

A commercial business at an airport that provides aviation services such as fuel, aircraft parking and hangaring, maintenance, flight training, and aircraft rental. FBOs serve as the main point of contact for transient pilots arriving at an airport and often offer pilot lounges, weather briefing areas, and ground transportation.

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