Three fixed-base operators serve DeKalb-Peachtree Airport. Each offers full-service fueling, hangar space, and ground handling. The differences are in the details — hours, crew amenities, maintenance capability, and whether the Sprinter meets you at the lobby or at the aircraft stairs.
| Signature | Atlantic | Aero Center | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hours | 6 AM – Midnight | 24/7 | 24/7 |
| After-hours arrivals | Yes (4-hr notice, fee) | Standard ops | Standard ops |
| Jet A price | $8.85 | $8.93 | $8.75 |
| 100LL price | $8.76 | $9.82 | $9.35 |
| Customs on ramp | By appointment | Yes | Coordinate via FBO |
| De-icing | Type I | Type I | Coordinate via FBO |
| Heated hangars | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Crew snooze room | — | Yes | Yes (shower + sleep) |
| Conference rooms | — | A/V + teleconference | Yes |
| Crew cars | — | Yes + Go Rentals | Complimentary |
| Maintenance on-site | — | — | Full maintenance + avionics |
| Charter services | — | — | Fly Your Way Program |
| Pet-friendly | — | — | Yes |
| LuxShuttle tarmac access | Lobby curbside | Lobby curbside | Confirmed ramp access |
| Network | 200+ global FBOs | 60+ North American FBOs | Independent (since 1965) |
Fuel prices as of April 2026 via AirNav. Prices fluctuate. Confirm with FBO before arrival.
3150 Corsair Drive, Atlanta, GA 30341
Signature Aviation is the world’s largest FBO network, operating more than 200 locations across five continents. The PDK facility sits on the south side of the field along Corsair Drive and serves as a primary gateway for transient business jet traffic arriving in metro Atlanta.
Services
Full-service fueling, hangar storage, ground handling, catering coordination, customs by appointment, de-icing (Type I), international handling, aircraft parking and tie-down
Crew Amenities
Passenger lounge, crew lounge, Wi-Fi, flight planning area, catering coordination, ground handling
After-Hours Policy
After-hours arrivals accepted with four hours of advance notice. A call-out fee applies.
LuxShuttle Ground Transfer
LuxShuttle coordinates curbside positioning at the Signature lobby. Ramp access subject to Signature ground handling protocols.
Best For
Transient jet traffic, international handling, and guests who fly into multiple Signature locations worldwide and prefer the consistency of a single FBO network.
2040 Airport Road, Atlanta, GA 30341
Atlantic Aviation operates a purpose-built facility on Airport Road, directly across from the main terminal area. The PDK location is one of more than 60 Atlantic Aviation FBOs across North America. The facility features ramp-level Wi-Fi, heated hangars, and one of the few dedicated snooze rooms at any Atlanta-area FBO.
Services
Full-service fueling, heated hangar storage, customs clearance on ramp, Type I de-icing, 24-hour surveillance, aircraft parking and tie-down
Crew Amenities
Passenger lounge, dedicated snooze room, conference rooms with A/V and teleconferencing, crew cars, Go Rentals partnership, Wi-Fi on ramp, fresh-baked cookies at the front desk, public notary on-site
LuxShuttle Ground Transfer
LuxShuttle coordinates curbside positioning at the Atlantic lobby. Vehicle ramp access determined by Atlantic ground handling team.
Best For
Late-night and early-morning operations (full 24/7 with no call-out fee), crews needing rest facilities, and guests who require customs clearance on the ramp.
1 Aviation Way, Atlanta, GA 30341
The only independent FBO at PDK. Aero Center Atlanta has operated on this field since 1965 — originally as Epps Aviation, one of the most recognized names in Southeast general aviation. A team of approximately 150 professionals staffs the facility. The FBO occupies a commanding position at 1 Aviation Way and is managed by Shane Dale, a 25-year aviation veteran.
Services
Full-service fueling, aircraft maintenance and avionics, hangar and tie-down, potable water, lavatory service, GPU/VDC, catering coordination, charter services (Fly Your Way Program), nondestructive testing and calibration
Crew Amenities
Pilot lounge with computer workstations, conference rooms, complimentary crew cars, shower and sleep rooms, gourmet catering partnerships, pet-friendly accommodations
LuxShuttle Ground Transfer
Confirmed tarmac vehicle access. Your chauffeur drives the Sprinter directly onto the ramp and positions it at the aircraft stairs. This is the true cabin-to-cabin transfer.
Best For
Guests who want tarmac vehicle access (confirmed for LuxShuttle), full maintenance and avionics support, and the personalized attention of an independent operator with 60 years on the field.
Choose Atlantic Aviation or Aero Center Atlanta. Both operate 24/7 with no call-out fee. Your chauffeur will be at the FBO before you land, regardless of the hour.
Choose Aero Center Atlanta. This is the only FBO at PDK where the LuxShuttle Sprinter is confirmed for ramp access. Aircraft cabin to Sprinter cabin, with no building in between.
Choose Aero Center Atlanta. Full maintenance, avionics, and nondestructive testing on-site. No need to reposition the aircraft.
Choose Atlantic Aviation for customs-on-ramp service, or Signature Flight Support for international handling. Both require advance coordination with CBP.
Choose Atlantic Aviation for a dedicated snooze room and conference facilities, or Aero Center Atlanta for shower and sleep rooms plus complimentary crew cars.
As of April 2026, Aero Center Atlanta offers the lowest Jet A at $8.75/gal. Signature has the lowest 100LL at $8.76/gal.
Your chauffeur coordinates with your FBO of choice. Provide your tail number, FBO preference, and arrival time. Everything else is handled.
From $175 per transfer. Chauffeur, fuel, tolls, Wi-Fi, and refreshments included. No surge pricing.
Aero Center Atlanta has confirmed tarmac vehicle access for the LuxShuttle Sprinter. Your chauffeur drives directly onto the ramp and positions the vehicle at the aircraft stairs. At Signature and Atlantic, your chauffeur coordinates curbside positioning at the FBO lobby — still a short walk, but not a true planeside transfer.
As of April 2026, Aero Center Atlanta has the lowest Jet A at $8.75 per gallon. Signature is $8.85 and Atlantic is $8.93. For 100LL, Signature is lowest at $8.76, followed by Aero Center at $9.35 and Atlantic at $9.82. Fuel prices fluctuate — confirm with the FBO before arrival.
Yes. Atlantic Aviation and Aero Center Atlanta both operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week, with no after-hours fees. Signature Flight Support operates 6 AM to midnight but will accommodate after-hours arrivals with four hours of advance notice and an applicable fee.
Atlantic Aviation offers a dedicated snooze room alongside its crew lounge. Aero Center Atlanta provides shower and sleep rooms plus complimentary crew cars. Signature offers a crew lounge but does not advertise dedicated rest facilities. For crews with extended ground time, Atlantic or Aero Center are the stronger choices.
Aero Center Atlanta is the only FBO at PDK with full on-site maintenance and avionics capabilities, including nondestructive testing and calibration. If your aircraft requires service during a PDK stop, Aero Center can handle it without repositioning to another facility.
Yes. Customs clearance is available by appointment at PDK. Atlantic Aviation offers customs-on-ramp service. Signature Flight Support also coordinates customs and international handling. Advance coordination with U.S. Customs and Border Protection is required — your flight operator or FBO can arrange this before departure.
Yes. Your chauffeur coordinates with whichever FBO you select. At Aero Center, the Sprinter is positioned planeside on the ramp. At Signature and Atlantic, the Sprinter is waiting at the FBO entrance. In all cases, your chauffeur monitors your aircraft, manages luggage, and ensures the cabin is prepared before you arrive.