When people have passion for their work, near-perfection is a likely outcome. Located on the Italian island of Sardegna, Eccelsa Aviation has operated a private and business aviation terminal at Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport since 2003. The dedicated terminal is manned by staff that roll out the red carpet for guests. Eccelsa Aviation put procedures in place to ensure priority aviation services with strict safeguards for safety and security. The customer is king, and staff walks the extra mile to deliver on aviation excellence. The Eccelsa terminal covers 5,000 square metres and features private parking with complimentary valet service, 12,000 visitor capacity business centre, and passenger and crew lounge areas complete with free Wi-Fi, satellite TV, and an outdoor summer patio for last-minute sunbathing. Eccelsa Aviation offers shopping and dining experiences that celebrate the Italian heritage. The elegant ambience is cinched by the inspired architecture of the terminal, which is reminiscent of the private aviator clubs of the past and combines local building materials and vegetation to create harmony with the environment. Environmental responsibility is a driving force of the company’s progress, and recent achievements include a ban on single-use plastics, improved energy efficiencies, and a reduction in carbon emissions. For a formula of success that prioritises people and planet, the CFI.co judging panel is delighted to offer Eccelsa Aviation the 2109 award for Best Private Aviation Terminal Operator in Europe.