Signature Flight Support

Signature Flight Support operates a full-service, 24/7 FBO at 14525 Airport Parkway at St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport. The facility serves the Tampa Bay market's western shore, providing private aviation access to Clearwater Beach, St. Petersburg's downtown waterfront, and the Gulf Coast barrier islands. The terminal includes executive lounges, conference rooms, a pilot lounge with snooze room and showers, and 89,000 square feet of hangar space. A recently expanded ramp accommodates growing transient traffic, and newly remodeled office space is available in various sizes for aviation businesses. U.S. Customs is available on site for international arrivals, with the CBP office reachable at a direct line. Signature's concierge services handle hotel bookings, ground transportation, and specialized flight planning. The airport's 9,700-foot primary runway accepts all business jet types, and PIE's position on the western side of Tampa Bay means passengers heading to Clearwater, Dunedin, or the beach communities avoid crossing the Howard Frankland or Gandy bridges, which can add 20 to 40 minutes during rush hour compared to arriving at Tampa International. For passengers heading to St. Petersburg's thriving downtown, with its museums, restaurants, and waterfront parks, PIE is about 15 minutes closer than Tampa International. Signature competes directly with Sheltair at PIE, and the two FBOs offer similar service levels. The choice between them often depends on fuel contract arrangements, crew preferences, or specific hangar availability. Signature's global network recognition provides consistency for passengers and flight departments that use Signature facilities at other airports. Spring training baseball, with the Phillies in Clearwater and other teams nearby, drives seasonal surges in private aviation traffic that both FBOs handle capably.