07 February 2025

Premium hangar for Universal Aviation Spain in Madrid-Barajas

For business aviation, a new standard of luxury, safety and efficiency in the heart of the Spanish capital

Universal Aviation is a global leader in managing international flight operations, providing personalized support to flight departments around the world. With over 65 years of experience and an established presence in over 100 airports, it ensures safe, smooth and efficient operations, eliminating risk and complexity for its customers.

Universal Aviation Spain has announced the construction of the first and only exclusive hangar for general aviation inside Madrid-Barajas Airport (LEMD). The modern facility, which is scheduled to open in the second half of 2026, will have an area of 5,000 m² of hangars and an area of 10,000 m² of forecourt strategically located on Ramp 7, offering direct access to Madrid's main economic and cultural hubs and ensuring 24/7 operation.

A state-of-the-art infrastructure for business aviation

Gonzalo Barona Jr., General Manager of Universal Aviation Spain, emphasized that the project represents a fundamental step for business aviation in Madrid, introducing new standards of luxury, safety and operational excellence in the Spanish capital. The hangar is a premium facility designed to meet the needs of demanding customers, offering the highest level of service and protection for their aircraft.

Building on Universal Aviation's global expertise in high-end hangar operation, this new facility will be designed to exceed the standards of the business aviation industry. Its modular design with four independent doors will ensure maximum operational flexibility, allowing it to accommodate both long-range corporate jets such as the Gulfstream G650/G700 and Bombardier Global 7500, as well as narrow-body commercial aircraft.

Main features of the hangar

► Maximum safety: fire suppression system compliant with NFPA 409 standards.
► Dedicated offices: spaces tailored to the operational needs of flight departments.
► Optimized storage: 200 m² dedicated to the efficient management of flight operations.
► Protection and comfort: ideal solution to protect aircraft from adverse weather events, events and airport congestion.

A strategic investment for the future of Madrid

Construction is scheduled to start in the second half of 2025, with an estimated duration of 13 months. The project comes at a key time for the city, coinciding with the start of the decade of Formula 1 racing in Madrid (2026-2035) and with the growing demand for hangar spaces and premium services for business aviation. Reservations for the available spaces are already open.

By the editorial staff, Avion Luxury Magazine

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