New TAC division enters upscale private aircraft hanger market

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — The Arnold Companies, a Texarkana-based company, has formed a new division to manage upscale private aircraft facilities, beginning at the Scottsdale Airport.

TAC’s new brand, TAC Private Hangars, provides exclusive hangar and office space with dedicated ground handling services for locally based aircraft tenants, outside the confines of a traditional fixed base operator.

TAC has acquired the assets of the 24-year-old Scottsdale aviation company, Gemini Air Group. In addition, Keystone Aviation, a TAC affiliate company, will be providing aircraft management, charter and aircraft maintenance from the premises.

“The TAC family is proud to be adding a new airport into our network as we announce this next phase of expansion,” said Greg Arnold, The Arnold Companies chairman and CEO. “We are excited to expand the TAC brand to include the exclusive private hangar, office and ground services starting with Scottsdale Airport, operating as TAC Private Hangars.”

“The launch of TAC Private Hangars is an exciting new chapter for our entire organization,” said Joe Gibney, chief operating officer over TAC Private

Hangars. “The brand extension under TAC is a strategic opportunity for development as we continue to diversify our services and expand into new markets meeting today’s business aviation demand.”

Keystone Aviation is establishing a second hub for its fleet based in Scottsdale. Offering a large collection of on-demand charter aircraft from single engine PC 12’s to large cabin Gulfstream jets, the Scottsdale base establishes an additional point of service to existing Keystone Aviation customers and pilots with expansion into Scottsdale charter and management market.

“The name simply states what the new facility and company is about, Private Hangars, managed by highly trained associates and efficient business practices so tenants can keep their focus on their business. And for flight crews, especially since flying is their business,” Arnold said.

Historically known as Truman Arnold Companies, TAC started in 1964 as a Texarkana, Texas-based Conoco distributor. Today, TAC — rebranded The Arnold Companies — is among the largest independent fuel wholesalers and aviation service providers in the U.S.

(To learn more about TAC Private Hangars, visit tacprivatehangars.com.)