Jet Center of Tyler

Tyler, TX

Airport KTYR / TYR
Hours 7am-8pm

About Jet Center of Tyler

Jet Center of Tyler is a locally operated FBO at Tyler Pounds Regional Airport, providing fueling and hangar services for private and corporate aircraft in East Texas. The facility is located on the airport's west side, next to the Historical Aviation Memorial Museum and Sky's The Limit Diner, giving the ramp area a character that reflects Tyler's aviation heritage.

The FBO offers Jet A with Prist additive and 100LL, along with oil, lavatory services, and hangar storage. Inside the terminal, a pilot lounge and snooze room provide rest areas for crews, and a crew car is available on a first-come basis. Catering can be arranged through local restaurants, and the staff assists with ground transportation and hotel coordination. Operating hours run from 5:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and 5:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on weekends.

Jet Center of Tyler competes on fuel pricing, offering competitive rates for Part 135, corporate, and Part 91 operations that make it worth comparing with the other FBO options on the field. For cost-conscious operators, the savings on fuel can offset any differences in terminal luxury.

Tyler serves as the commercial and medical hub for a large swath of East Texas, with the University of Texas at Tyler, a thriving healthcare sector, and an economy rooted in petroleum, agriculture, and manufacturing. The airport's 7,201-foot runway handles midsize business jets, and the uncongested traffic pattern means minimal taxi delays. Dallas Love Field is about a 90-minute drive west for passengers needing commercial connections. For straightforward, no-frills FBO service with competitive pricing in East Texas, Jet Center of Tyler fills that role reliably.

Amenities and services

Wi-Fi Passenger lounge Crew lounge Rental cars Ground power Hangar Fueling Lavatory service

Operations at Tyler Pounds Regional Airport

Downtown Tyler is about 3 miles from the airport, roughly a 10-minute drive. Car rentals are available on the field. Dallas is 95 miles west on US-69 and I-20, typically 1.5 to 2 hours depending on traffic. Longview is 40 miles east, about 45 minutes. Local car service and rideshare options are available, though pre-arranging a car service is advisable given the limited taxi infrastructure typical of regional Texas airports.

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Contact

Phone (903) 595-5536
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Hours

Weekday 7am-8pm

Quick facts

Airport KTYR
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