NetJets Filed Plans for Private Terminal Near ABIA
The 8,000-square-foot facility is planned for construction near Austin-Bergstrom beginning in 2027.
Updated on Sept. 29, 2026 in Air Travel
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Private aviation firm NetJets has filed construction plans for a new terminal near Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. The project aims to expand private jet infrastructure at one of the country's busiest facilities for private aviation.
Why it matters
The project represents a shift in capacity for Austin-Bergstrom, which already ranks as a high-traffic hub for private aircraft. Developers are moving to accommodate the city's growth in private aviation demand.
The proposed site at 2500E State Highway 71 includes an 8,000-square-foot terminal and 106,000 square feet of airside ramp space. While these dimensions are confirmed in state filings, the full total project cost remains unknown.
The players
NetJets
A private aviation company that has filed plans for new terminal facilities in Austin and Dallas.
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
The major aviation hub serving the Austin area and one of the busiest airports for private jets in the U.S.
Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation
The state agency where the construction plans for the private terminal were filed.
The details
The facility will sit near Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to facilitate private travel operations. Filed with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, the project includes both the terminal building and an adjacent parking lot. NetJets is simultaneously pursuing a similar terminal development in Dallas as part of its Texas expansion.
Timeline
January 2027: Construction is expected to begin.
June 2028: Construction is expected to be complete.
The Texas Context
This development follows the established trend of rising private jet traffic at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. It mirrors similar infrastructure investment efforts seen in major Texas hubs like Dallas.
For residents and travelers near the State Highway 71 corridor, the project marks a significant change in long-term site usage. Construction activity is slated to begin in January 2027, which may influence local traffic patterns in that area of Southeast Austin.
The takeaway
Austin's private aviation infrastructure is set to grow with the addition of this dedicated NetJets facility. Residents should watch for construction activity along State Highway 71 beginning in early 2027.
Further reading
You can keep up with the latest updates on regional aviation growth in our Air Travel section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Flying.
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