Clay Lacy waives special event fees at all FBOs during World Cup

Clay Lacy Aviation has announced that it will not charge special event fees at any of its FBO locations throughout the United States during the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicking off June 11th.

The company’s decision underscores its commitment to transparency, exceptional service and unwavering hospitality as the world’s largest sporting event comes to North America.

“In our industry, special event fees were originally implemented to help offset the legitimate and significant costs associated with handling high-volume traffic within a compressed timeframe such as the Super Bowl, Kentucky Derby or Formula 1 race weekends,” said Doug Wilson, Chief Business Officer for Clay Lacy Aviation FBOs.

“These events can require flying in additional personnel, securing accommodations, bringing in extra ground support equipment, and mobilizing more fuel trucks to meet demand, all of which drive real operational expense.”

However, Clay Lacy notes that in recent years, the scope of special event fees has expanded to include smaller gatherings that do not generate significant air traffic. With the 2026 World Cup spanning 16 host cities across three countries over a full month of play, the company anticipates no such logistical strain, aside from possibly the final match on July 19th outside of New York City.

“For this global celebration of sport, we want to ensure clients from around the world can enjoy simple, fair, and exceptional service, without any unnecessary surcharges,” said Wilson. “We look forward to welcoming fans, teams and partners as they arrive in North America for the first time in a generation, to experience the thrill of World Cup soccer.”

Commemorative World Cup 2026 Challenge Coin

To celebrate this historic occasion, Clay Lacy Aviation has created a special edition World Cup 2026 commemorative challenge coin, available exclusively at all Clay Lacy FBO locations. Designed to honor the spirit of international competition and the aviation professionals who make global travel possible, the coin will be available as a complimentary keepsake for visiting crewmembers and passengers throughout the tournament.

Plan for Reservations

Clay Lacy full-service FBOs in Van Nuys and Orange County, California, are perfect for games in Los Angeles, while its Northeast location in Oxford, Connecticut, offers hassle-free travel to New York and Boston games. Travelers will enjoy exceptional service at all locations, including its Orange County-John Wayne Airport in Santa Ana.

Clay Lacy FBO in Oxford, CT.

While Clay Lacy FBOs anticipate steady, not congested, travel during the World Cup, guests are encouraged to make early reservations for preferred arrival times.

BlueSky Business Aviation News | 30th April 2026 | Issue #840