Sunwest Aviation
Calgary, AB
About Sunwest Aviation
Sunwest Aviation operates the Shell AeroCentre at Calgary International Airport, providing FBO, charter, and maintenance services from a purpose-built facility close to the main terminal. The operation spans over 110,000 square feet of premium hangar space and five acres of ramp, making it one of the largest FBO footprints at YYC. The terminal includes non-secure and secure passenger lounges, an executive lounge, a pilots lounge with flight planning facilities, and an in-house Canada Customs office for international arrivals. Complimentary beverages and snacks are available throughout. The facility handles aircraft of all sizes and provides a full range of FBO services including Shell Aviation fuel, flight handling, aircraft storage, de-icing, and aircraft maintenance. For charter passengers, Sunwest offers a complete corporate aviation experience just 15 minutes from downtown Calgary. The arrival process is efficient: taxi to Sunwest's ramp, walk into the terminal, clear customs if applicable, and proceed to your ground transport. The facility also serves fly-in/fly-out workforce personnel traveling to oil and gas operations across Alberta and British Columbia, which means the staff are experienced in handling high volumes of passengers moving quickly through the terminal. Sunwest became the official Shell AeroCentre branded FBO in Calgary, connecting it to Shell's broader aviation fuel network across Canada. The combination of charter, maintenance, and FBO services under one roof makes Sunwest a convenient single-provider option for aircraft operators based in or visiting Calgary.
Amenities and services
Operations at Calgary International Airport
Downtown Calgary is about 11 miles southwest and takes 20 to 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic on Deerfoot Trail. The drive is straightforward with no tolls. Most FBOs can arrange dedicated car service or coordinate with local providers like Prestige Transportation. Banff is 80 miles west and takes roughly 90 minutes by car via the Trans-Canada Highway. Canmore, the closest Rockies town, is about 70 miles and 75 minutes. For guests heading to Banff or Lake Louise, private SUV transfers are the standard option; helicopter transfers from CYYC to Banff-area helipads are available through operators in the region but require advance coordination.