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AIR 51 BECOMES PREFERRED FIXED-BASED OPERATOR FOR THE 2010 ALLTECH FEI WORLD EQUESTRIAN GAMES
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Jun 11, 2009, 11:04

The World Games 2010 Foundation today announced Air 51 as the preferred fix-based operator for the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games.

Air 51, based at Lexington’s Blue Grass Airport, will work closely with the 2010 Games hospitality program to deliver tailored attention and special services for hospitality patrons and special guests at the 2010 Games.

As the preferred fix-based operator, Air 51 will be recommended to hospitality patrons as guests make travel arrangements to Kentucky for the Games. To enhance hospitality services, Air 51 will provide ground transport from the Blue Grass Airport Terminal to the Air 51 hanger, where hospitality guests will be welcomed at a concierge center to receive tickets and credentials.Air-51 is equipped with amenities including flat-screen TVs, plush lounges for passengers and crew and a staff that offers five-star service.

“Air 51 is a natural fit with the hospitality program of the 2010 Games,” said Kim Bennett, Director of Hospitality. “By assisting us from the moment our hospitality guests arrive in Kentucky, we are able to extend personal, tailored concierge services as part of our program.”

“We are excited that Air-51 is going to be the gateway to Lexington for special guests of the 2010 Games, said Air 51’s Alex Boone. “We are very proud of our new facilities at Blue Grass Airport and we are looking forward to providing a world-class customer experience to those visiting Lexington for the Games.”

About Air 51
Air-51, which completed its new $3.0 million executive hanger in 2008, is a full-service FBO providing flight services to the General Aviation public and to the United States Military, accommodating all aircraft sizes up to a 747. Air-51 has been consistently recognized by prominent industry publications as a world-class FBO and is the preferred FBO for several fractional operators and fuel programs. Air-51 derives its name from the P-51 Mustang named “Hurry Home Honey” hangered at the Lexington location and owned by Dr. Joe Richardson, one of the principals of Air-51. For more information about Air-51 please call (859) 252-5100 or visit www.air-51.com.

About the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games:
The Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games are the world championships of eight equestrian disciplines recognized by the Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI). Her Royal Highness Princess Haya is the current president of the FEI. The Games are held every four years and this will be the first occurrence in the United States.

The Games will be broadcast on NBC Sports, which has marked the largest commitment to network coverage of equestrian sport in U.S. television history. The 2010 Games are expected to have a statewide economic impact of $150 million, and current sponsors include Alltech, Rolex, John Deere, Ariat International, Inc and Rood and Riddle Equine Hospital. For more information on the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games, please visit www.alltechfeigames.com

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