Velocity FBO Network adds fifth location with BTR Jet Center acquisition

Velocity FBO Network has announced its fifth location with the acquisition of BTR Jet Center at the Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR).
The facility opened on the field’s east ramp in 2021. It features a two-story 6,600 sq. ft terminal and a 90,000 sq. ft hangar that can accommodate ultra-long-range business jets. It also has a passenger lobby, pilot lounge with a trio of snooze rooms, flight-planning area, eight-seat conference room, kitchen with cold storage and observation deck.
“BTR Jet has established itself as one of the premier aviation service providers in the South, with modern facilities and a strong reputation for hospitality and operational excellence,” said Velocity CEO Chad Farischon. “We are excited to welcome BTR Jet, its employees, and customers into the Velocity family, and bring our broader resources and platform capabilities to support ongoing growth and innovation at Baton Rouge.”RELATED STORIES:Sheltair opens new MRO hangar at Tampa International airportACI Jet installs 900 solar panels to power California FBO and repair stationsWinter storms led to aviation fuel price plateaus, SAF stays active
Velocity began in 2025, backed by private investment firm Tallvine Partners. The BTR location joins four other FBOs at the Willow Run Airport (YIP), the Kissimmee Gateway Airport (ISM), the St. Simons Island Airport (SSI) and the Lake Havasu City Airport (HII).