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Handling &
Fuel
BP Sterling Card now accepted at Bristol Flying Centre
We are delighted to announce that customers can now use their Air
BP Sterling Card for Jet A1 fuel purchases here at Bristol Flying
Centre.
Please contact the Operations Team on 01275 474601/501 for further
information and fuelling & handling requests.
Facilities and Amenities
Bristol Flying Centre is located in a new building on the Southern
edge of the airport. Built in 2004 it offers a considerable amount
of first class office space, conference and briefing rooms. A purpose
built hangar is the principle aviation facility used for general
hangarage of aircraft and engineering purposes.
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GA Terminal
The new building offers facilities for visiting crews and passengers
with the following amenities:
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General lounge |
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VIP lounge |
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Complimentary refreshments |
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Visiting pilot office with IT/Internet
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Kitchen with microwave, dishwasher
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Shower facilities |
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10 person meeting room and smaller
6 person room |
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Bristol Flying Centre opens 7 days a week so there is no need to pre-book
facilities. Usage fees may be levied for special events or functions.
To check availability of the facility please contact our operations
staff:
Tel: 01275 474501
Email: ops@b-f-c.co.uk
Handling and FBO Services
Bristol Flying Centre provides all handling and peripheral services
such as fuel, valet and ground support services in-house. There is
no third party handling agency and fuelling is completed by our own
FBO ramp operations staff. Accordingly, pilots and operators enjoy
a true one-stop-shop at BFC for all operational support. Bristol Flying
Centre also provides surprisingly comprehensive FBO services (with
reasonable notice) having landing and parking fees at 'GA' rates well
below the London norms for business aviation.
Bristol Flying Centre is a business partner with the International
airport and therefore charges a single landing and handling fee, payable
at the operations desk on arrival where applicable. BFC accepts Visa
and Mastercard along with UV
Air and Multiservice
cards. All FBO charges are available on the charges
pages, however for all bookings, fuelling, services and reservations,
please contact BFC operations:
Tel: 01275 474 501
Email: ops@b-f-c.co.uk
OOH: 0781 341 0037
Fax: 01275 474 851
VHF: 130.625 ('Clifton Operations')
AFTN: Eggdclfx
We are open 7 days a week. 365 days a year.
Our Operational Hours are 07.30 - 19.30 daily. PPR all flights.
Out of Hours 19.30 - 07.30. PPR essential with Duty Officer.
Fees on request.
Services
VIP / Corporate Handling
BFC Handling provides a smooth and efficient handling service for
private/corporate and general aviation. We providing a guaranteed
service at all times and our first class facilities ensure that aircraft,
their owners, passengers and crew are well looked after.
Passenger and Crew Facilities
Our new GA terminal and lounge provides a welcoming and comfortable
space for both passengers and crew. The private passenger area has
a panoramic view of the aerodrome, television and refreshment facilities.
All crews can quickly gain the latest weather and aerodrome briefing,
providing vital information for onward flight planning.
Authorities
BFC's operations team liaises directly with Immigration, Customs and
Special Branch, which are based at Bristol International Airport.
We inform them of all flights and send full passenger and crew details
for clearance. We have General Declaration forms, which we can complete
and send in on your behalf or that you can fax to us and we can fax
the details for clearance. If you require any assistance with Immigration,
Special Branch or Customs, please do not hesitate to contact our operations
staff. It is important that we adhere to the procedures set by the
authorities.
ATC - Slots
The operations staff informs ATC of all movements prior to you flying
into Bristol. If there are any restrictions we will inform you when
you book in. Please ensure that you contact us prior to visiting.
Flight Planning
Our operations team is able to take care of all your flight planning
and weather services. Equally, Flight Planning forms are available
- please contact operations if you require one.
Bristol Flying Centre services also include, but are not limited
to the following:
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Basic handling |
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Out of hours ops by prior arrangement |
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Ad-hoc hangarage, hard parking |
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Discreet, low-key airside (apron)
vehicle access with no notice |
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Hotel booking service (over fifteen
3 to 5 star hotels in just five minutes drive) |
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Aircraft Valet (cabin & external),
polishing and wash services |
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Window Polishing (external contractor) |
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Systems replenishment including:
Oxygen
Nitrogen
Isopropol Alcohol / TKS and other de-icing fluids
Most aviation lubricants
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Toilet Service |
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Comprehensive technical support on
most mainstream GA and business aircraft |
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Ground Power Supply |
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Aircraft De-icing Service |
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Forklift Hire |
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Local golf Courses |
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Catering (with aircraft catering experience):
De Luxe Executive Jet Catering
Website: www.deluxe-uk.com
Tel: 01264 358 666
Fax: 01264 321 144
Bon Soiree
Website: www.bonsoiree.co.uk
Tel: 01442 874 076
Fax: 01442 874 077
Castle Kitchens Ltd
Website: www.castle-kitchens.com
Tel: 01903 891 400
Fax: 01903 891 414
Absolute Taste Inflight
Website: www.absolutetasteinflight.com
Tel: 0208 870 5151
Fax: 0208 870 9191
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Crew kitchen facilities with ice,
coffee, milk etc. |
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Internet point (broadband) with phone,
fax, photocopy services |
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VIP lounge television |
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Crew/Pax lounge and meeting room hire
(12-25 people) |
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Office rental (daily) subject to availability |
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Jet A1 & Avgas from bowsers (BP
products) |
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Courtesy car - Luxury courtesy crew
car now available on request |
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Comprehensive transport options including
rail, bus, hire car, chauffeur car and taxis |
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Transfer to the main Bristol International
terminal |
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Hire car services at the main Airport
terminal (Hertz,
Vauxhall,
TVR) |
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24 Hr CCTV security |
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Helicopter charter services |
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Engineering Services
Tel: 01275 474 601
Mob: 07761 730075 (out-of-hours)
Fax: 01275 474
Email: pat@b-f-c.co.uk
Services
On stop aircraft support with repair, overhaul, test and installation
capabilities on engine, propeller, hydraulic, electrical, avionics,
instrumentation, airframe, NDT, cylinder, brake, wheel, battery and
fuel systems and components. Certification, pre-buy, survey, design
and modification services and 18 years expertise. Large spares/parts
inventory for GA and light Business Aviation.
Aircraft / Brands
All mainstream piston GA including Cessna, Piper, Beech, Socata, Aerospatiale,
Robin, Maule, Mooney, Rockwell, Grumman. Business aircraft including
Raytheon (Beech), Piper, Cessna and many Turboprop/airliner variants.
Engines/APUs. Propellers including Hartzell, McCauley, Sensenich,
Raisbeck, MT Propeller.
Hangar Services
Our new hangar allow us to offer first class hangarage at competitive
rates, whether you want to have your aircraft housed for one night
or one year, on an ad-hoc or permanent basis. We can accommodate most
aircraft. The hangar doors at BFC can accommodate wingspans of up
to 30m and heights of 8m. The floor area of the hangar is 1,500 sq
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Evaluation Special |
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| The Bristol Flying Centre DVD includes information about our Flight Training facilities, Engineering Department and FBO Services. If you are interested in obtaining further details about the Centre then please use our Enquiry Form to request your FREE copy. |
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Newsletter |
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Flying Instructors |
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BFC occasionally have opportunities for suitably qualified flying instructors. If you would like to be considered for a position here please send your CV to:
Bristol Flying Centre,
Bristol International Airport,
Bristol,
North Somerset,
BS48 3DP
United Kingdom
Alternatively you can email us at:
HOT2@b-f-c.co.uk |
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