ASIG RENEWS SYSTEM WIDE AIRCRAFT REFUELING AGREEMENT WITH DELTA AIR LINES AT 24 U.S. AIRPORTS

Dec. 9, 2011

Orlando … ASIG®, an industry leader in aviation services, announced today that that it has renewed its agreement with Delta Air Lines to provide aircraft refueling operations at 24 airports in the United States. The airports include some of Delta Air Lines’ busiest hub operations including Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) and Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG).  Across Delta’s U.S. network, ASIG fuels over 675,000 flights and delivers more than 1.2 billion gallons of jet fuel per year. 

 

Tim Ramsey, ASIG Senior Vice President, Sales and Marketing commented on the renewals, “This network wide renewal demonstrates our strong partnership with Delta Air Lines and the trust they have placed with us, which is built on ASIG’s commitment to consistently delivering safe and reliable service.  We value our longstanding relationship with Delta and are delighted to extend this over the coming years.”

Notes to Editors:
ASIG is a global provider of ground, fuel and airport facility services to airlines, airports, oil companies and industry partners. The company’s 7,500 highly qualified aviation service professionals safely handle millions of flights annually. ASIG offers flexible, comprehensive service solutions that deliver value and quality across a network of 71 airports in North America, Central America, Europe and Asia.

ASIG is part of BBA Aviation plc a leading global aviation support and aftermarket services provider with market leading businesses and attractive growth opportunities.  BBA Aviation’s Flight Support businesses (ASIG and Signature Flight Support) are focused on refueling and ground handling of business and commercial aviation aircraft.  Its Aftermarket Services and Systems businesses (Dallas Airmotive, Premier Turbines, H+S Aviation, International Turbine Service, Barrett Turbine Engine Company, International Governor Services, Ontic and APPH) are focused on the repair and overhaul of jet engines and the design, manufacture and services of aerospace sub-systems and components.  For more information, please visit www.bbaaviation.com.

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