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Denver, Colorado, February 10, 2011 – Ross Aviation announced today that NetJets® Inc., a Berkshire Hathaway company and the worldwide leader in private aviation, selected Scottsdale AirCenter, owned and operated by Ross Aviation, as the FBO of the year for 2010.

NetJets presented Scottsdale AirCenter with the NetJets Service Excellence Award, a credit bestowed to the FBO that best meets NetJets needs for safety, service, reliability, efficiency, facilities, amenities and maintenance capabilities.

"Scottsdale AirCenter is to be commended for their outstanding dedication to safety and service and for the exemplary support they provided NetJets owners and crews throughout 2010," said Todd Baumgartner, senior vice president of aviation infrastructure and services for NetJets. "They paid attention to detail and were able to successfully handle NetJets' high flight volume with a hands-on approach. We are pleased to present Scottsdale AirCenter with this award that recognizes their exceptional performance and commitment to serving their customers' needs."

"Ross Aviation is, of course, gratified that the professionalism, dedication, focus on service, and efforts of the Scottsdale AirCenter on-site team have been publicly recognized by the industry's single largest customer" said Jeff Ross, president and chief executive of Ross Aviation. "We are excited anytime a customer acknowledges the success of our efforts, but it is particularly noteworthy that this award came from NetJets. NetJets' focus on safety and service is unrelenting and our company shares these priorities. Each year NetJets conducts operations at more than 1,000 separate FBOs. To be singled out from such a large base of providers is a real honor."

"Special recognition is appropriate for Tommy Walker, the general manager of the Scottsdale AirCenter," said Greg Ross, chief operating officer of Ross Aviation. "His experienced leadership benefits our entire team at Scottsdale. Tommy runs a complex business smoothly, while radiating an enthusiasm for everyday activities that benefits all of our customers and employees."

Denver, Colorado, February 4, 2011 – Ross Aviation today confirmed that it has acquired the assets and the leasehold of the FBO formerly operated by Atlantic Aviation at Fresno Yosemite International Airport in Fresno, California. The FBO will consolidate into the Ross Aviation’s existing on-field operation, Corporate Aircraft.

With this acquisition, Corporate Aircraft now offers over 250,000 square feet of hangar and 55,000 square feet of office space. In addition to full-service FBO services, Corporate Aircraft operates a prominent Part 145 repair station that specializes in Cessna Conquests and Citations and Raytheon King Airs. Corporate Aircraft enjoys a long-standing relationship with Cessna Aircraft Company as an Authorized Service Center and Parts Distributor. It also provides a broad selection of avionics services and products to general aviation aircraft.

Ross Aviation’s Chief Executive, Jeff Ross, stated “We are excited about increasing our capacity at Corporate Aircraft, which has been the premier FBO at Fresno Yosemite International Airport for more than two decades. With the additional ramp and hangar space we are able to accommodate local demand and the relocation of aircraft from more congested and expensive FBOs and airports in the region. Furthermore, we now have the capacity to expand our aircraft maintenance operation.”

Fresno is the largest metropolitan area in the San Joaquin Valley, and the fifth largest city in California. With its central California location, Fresno has quick and direct access to major California population centers by highway, rail and air.

Established in 2004, Ross Aviation owns and operates a portfolio of 14 locally-managed and distinctly-branded FBOs, stretching from Alaska to Florida and from Hawaii to New Jersey. The other Ross Aviation FBOs are Denver AirCenter at BJC, Scottsdale AirCenter at SDL, Santa Fe AirCenter at SAF, Great Circle Flight Services at ANC, Miami Executive Aviation at OPF, Laredo Aero Center at LRD, Ronson Aviation at TTN and Bradley Pacific Aviation at six locations in Hawaii (HNL, KOA, OGG, LIH, ITO and LNY).

Denver, Colorado, October 15, 2010 – Ross Aviation today confirmed that it has acquired the assets of the FBO formerly operated by Ronson Aviation, Inc. at Trenton Mercer Airport in West Trenton, New Jersey. For the time being, the FBO will continue to operate as “Ronson Aviation”.

This acquisition extends the Ross Aviation family of locally-managed and distinctly-branded FBOs into the Northeast and broadens the company’s reach to 14 locations stretching from Alaska to Florida and from Hawaii to New Jersey. The other Ross Aviation FBOs are Denver AirCenter at BJC, Scottsdale AirCenter at SDL, Santa Fe AirCenter at SAF, Corporate Aircraft at FAT, Great Circle Flight Services at ANC, Miami Executive Aviation at OPF, Laredo Aero Center at LRD and Bradley Pacific Aviation at six locations in Hawaii (HNL, KOA, OGG, LIH, ITO and LNY).

Ronson Aviation is a full service FBO engaged in aircraft fueling, hangar and office rental, aircraft maintenance, and avionics sales, installation and service. It offers 72,000 square feet of hangar and office space and 24/7 operations. It is located midway between New York and Philadelphia on the I-95 corridor, with 10% of the nation’s population residing within a 75-mile radius. With its 6,000 foot runway, ILS and on-site US Customs, Trenton Mercer Airport is the aviation home to many of the world’s pharmaceutical leaders. It is also minutes from Princeton University and a short drive to the Jersey Shore.

Ross Aviation president and CEO Jeff Ross commented that, “It is exciting to acquire a new FBO. We’ve had our eye on Ronson Aviation for many years and are proud to have it in our portfolio. It is an attractive addition to our expanding map and we look forward to continuing to add locations.”

Ross Aviation has re-hired all of the Ronson Aviation employees, including general manager, Wolcott Blair. Greg Ross added, “While we are primarily attracted by markets and opportunities, once again we have succeeded in acquiring exceptionally strong local management. We are impressed with Mr. Blair’s understanding of the industry, the market, the business, its customers and his employees. We are confident that Wolcott and his team will excel in providing great FBO services.”

Ross Aviation Acquires Laredo Air Center Denver, Colorado, July 1, 2008 – Ross Aviation LLC today announced that it has acquired Laredo Aero Center, Inc. in Laredo, Texas. Formerly known as Lacey’s Serv-a-Jet, Inc., Laredo Aero Center is the largest FBO located at the Laredo International Airport. This acquisition represents the ninth major FBO investment for Ross Aviation and increases its portfolio to 13 operations. Laredo Aero Center now joins Denver AirCenter, Scottsdale AirCenter, Santa Fe AirCenter, Capital Aviation, Corporate Aircraft, Great Circle Flight Services, Miami Executive Aviation and Bradley Pacific Aviation as strategic locations in the growing Ross Aviation network.

Laredo Aero Center has been providing exceptional FBO services to private and corporate aviation operators since it was founded by Doug Lacey and two other associates in 1975. The FBO offers 24 hour service in completely renovated facilities which include 98,000 square feet of hangar, office and terminal space. Mr. Lacey will remain as General Manager of the operation.

Ross Aviation president and CEO, Jeff Ross, commented, “Adding Laredo, Texas to our portfolio of FBOs further expands the Ross Aviation footprint. We look forward to a long relationship with Doug Lacey, who enjoys a well deserved reputation for real Texas hospitality and service at one of the primary international ports of entry along the U.S./Mexican border.”

Ross Aviation was established in 2004 through a partnership between Centre Partners Management, LLC and industry veterans Jeff Ross and Greg Ross. Bruce Pollack, Managing Partner of Centre Partners, said, “Even during these challenging economic conditions, Ross Aviation has continued to identify attractive investments. Laredo Aero Center is such an opportunity.”

Centre Partners Management, with offices in New York, Los Angeles and Dallas, is a private equity investment firm focused exclusively on supporting strong middle market companies. Founded in 1986, Centre Partners and its affiliates have invested over $3 billion of equity capital in more than 90 private equity transactions.

Ross Aviation brings together extensive FBO ownership and operating knowledge with the flexibility to structure and quickly close acquisitions using a variety of transaction models. Its principals are experienced FBO investors, having acquired, operated and divested premier properties, including Vail/Beaver Creek Jet Center, Million Air La Quinta at the Desert Resorts Airport, Million Air Palm Springs at the Palm Springs International Airport and the Newport Jet Center at the John Wayne Airport.

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Five Locations in the Hawaiian Islands -- Honolulu, Kahului, Lihue, Kona and Hilo Denver, Colorado, April 11, 2008 – Ross Aviation today confirmed that it has acquired the majority ownership interest in the Bradley Pacific Aviation portfolio of five FBOs in the Hawaiian Islands. This acquisition represents the eighth major FBO investment for Ross Aviation and increases its portfolio to 12 operations. The FBOs, located at Honolulu International Airport, Kahului International Airport, Lihue Airport, Keahole-Kona International Airport and Hilo International Airport will continue to operate under the “Bradley Pacific Aviation” banner. The Bradley Pacific FBOs now join Denver AirCenter, Scottsdale AirCenter, Santa Fe AirCenter, Capital Aviation, Corporate Aircraft, Great Circle Flight Services and Miami Executive Aviation as strategic locations in the growing Ross Aviation network.

Ross Aviation president and CEO, Jeff Ross, commented that, “We are thrilled to add the Bradley Pacific Aviation operations to our network, which now stretches over most of the United States – from Hawaii to Florida and from California to Alaska. The Bradley Pacific FBOs provide extensive coverage and add a leading presence in one of the world’s premier resort marketplaces.”

In addition to providing exceptional FBO services to private and corporate aviation operators, Bradley Pacific is also a major commercial into plane fuel supplier in the Hawaiian Islands. Bradley Pacific was founded by Bob Yosaitis and Tom Anusewicz in 1998. Based on the premise of excellent service and safety, Bradley Pacific grew to become the leading FBO operator in the state. Mr. Yosaitis continues to hold an equity interest in Bradley Pacific, and he and Mr. Anusewicz will continue to serve in key capacities with the company. Industry favorites Mi Kosasa and Suzanne Olaso will also continue in their leadership roles in the company’s marketing and corporate aviation services departments. Ross Aviation was established in 2004 through a partnership between Centre Partners Management, LLC and industry veterans Jeff Ross and Greg Ross. Bruce Pollack, Managing Partner of Centre Partners, said, “We expect the Hawaiian Islands to continue to flourish as a year-round resort destination and we are pleased to have secured the opportunity to expand the Ross Aviation platform into this market.” Pollack added that Bradley Pacific has secured a new long term lease at Kona on which it will develop a 40,000 square foot hangar and FBO facility.

Centre Partners, with offices in New York, Los Angeles and Dallas, is a private equity investment firm focused exclusively on supporting strong middle market companies. Founded in 1986, Centre Partners and its affiliates have invested over $3 billion of equity capital in more than 80 private equity transactions. Ross Aviation brings together extensive FBO ownership and operating knowledge with the flexibility to structure and quickly close a variety of transaction models.

For more information, please visit www.rossfbo.com or www.centrepartners.com