This Limo Driver’s Detour Uncovers A Secret Airport Gem

"You will need to drive this VIP to the airport", that was the instruction the limo driver got from his boss. The driver was new and due toa a high-profile event that was taking place in Salt Lake he was among a number of new temp drivers hired to handle the influx of vip guests to and from the airport.

You Took me to the Wrong Airport

He took his assignments and went to the pick-up location. Sure enough the celebrity was there to be picked up and he drove him without any issue to the Salt lake City Airport. As he started to request flight information the guest asked him why he had taken him to this airport. The driver was confused until the guest explained that there is another airport for private planes and then proceeded to direct him where to go to navigate to this other secret airport.

Private Air Travel Facilities at Salt Lake City Airport

Did you know about the secret airport? It is for private airplanes and it does have its own entrance. but it is physically located at the same location. Basically, there are two FBOs or Fixed Based Operators. These are organizations that have space at the airport and are equipped to handle private air travel. They can range from fancy all-inclusive services to basic essentials.

Secret Salt Lake City Private Runway

To compliment the FBOs there is a shorter eastern runway at Salt Lake City International airport along with its 3 other commercial runways. This runway is used exclusively to service private air travel.

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So you see tucked inside the airport we all get to know and love exists a secret private airport. Keep working hard and look for travel demanding jobs and maybe the secret airport will be your new travel destination.