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Gulfstream G200 Now for Private Jet Charter

Gulfstream G200 new to private jet charter — Gulfstream G200 newly available for private jet charter in the U.S.

This beautiful 2009 Gulfstream G200 super-midsize 9-passenger jet is now available. The business jet is operated by XCEL JET who carries third party ratings of ARGUS Gold and WYVERN Registered.

The Gulfstream G200 cabin boasts 6 captains chairs plus a 3-place couch, seating 9 total, plus an equipped galley and complimentary Wi-Fi.

The G200 is added to the fleet of four Learjet 40XR jets managed and operated for charter by XCEL JET. A growing trend, the Learjet’s operate as a floating fleet with one-way pricing. However the G200 is based at SBA Santa Barbara Municipal Airport.

The Gulfstream G200

A popular super-midsize jet with good range, the G200 is capable of coast-to-coast charter flights and to Hawaii, and 48 are available for private jet charter in the U.S. The aircraft and airframe was so popular, in 2012 a follow-on model G280 began production and is still rolling off the line today. Gulfstream Aerospace acquired the model in 2001 from Galaxy Aviation and re-branded it as the G200. As such, is became the super-midsize entry Gulfstream’s stable of offerings to the private jet market.

Find G200 And Other Private Jet Charters

It’s part of the floating fleet availability in Flight List PRO of 679 aircraft with 79 operators. Every Part-135 certified aircraft and operator, in the FlightList PRO private jet charter sourcing platform. A total of 71 Gulfstream G200 and G280’s available for charter nationwide in the U.S. Requests can be sent directly to each operator, or selected operators, and quotes received for the requested private jet charter flight.

Sources: New Flight Charters, and charter operator XCEL JET announcement

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New To Private Jet Charter Citation CJ1 Now Available

Image of Citation CJ1 charter jet now available — The Citation CJ1 newly available for private jet charter in the U.S.

Now available for charter and listed only in the FlightList PRO platform, the Citation CJ1 operated by ARGUS Gold-rated Loyd’s Aviation and based out of BFL Bakersfield, CA. The Citation CJ1 private jet seats up to 5 passengers in a club-plus-one cabin configuration.

Historically the CJ1 model from Cessna was such a success that it spawned a long series of light jets, the CJ2, CJ3 and CJ4, plus updated iterations of each. The current production model Citation M1 is comparable to the CJ1 and the current entry level private jet from the Cessna Citation line.

Loyd’s Aviation also operates two Citation CJ3’s based at SNA Santa Ana, CA and a King Air 200 executive turboprop out of Bakersfield.

All are available, along with every other Part-135 certified aircraft and operator, in the FlightList PRO charter sourcing platform.

Sources: Charter operator fleet update

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Announcing Four Heavy/Ultra Long Range Jets Now Available for Charter in the U.S. and Europe

The FlightList PRO platform includes all 7,598 charter aircraft from 1,633 operators in the U.S., including 435 floating fleet aircraft search, and 16,631 aircraft from 3,419 operators worldwide. Free trials are available. More about FlightLIst PRO.

Announcing four heavy and ultra long range jet additions to charter availability in the U.S. and Europe.

Legacy 600

Legacy 600 charter now available based Chicago.

The only Embraer Legacy jet for charter within 250 miles of Chicago. From ARGUS Gold rated operator Planemasters Jet Charter and based out of KDPA DuPage Airport:

Cabin Attendant available upon request
12 passengers plus cabin attendant seat
ARGUS Gold
6.5 hours nonstop range

Gulfstream G500

Gulfstream G500 for charter based in Florida.

Based out of KOPF Miami Executive Airport, this new addition to Florida has a G550 cabin and a G500 range. Operated by Presidential Aviation.

18 passenger cabin
2006 DOM refurbished 2016
ARGUS Platinum, Wyvern Wingman

Gulfstream V

Gulfstream V long range jet now for charter.

Refurbished in 2018 this 12-passenger long range ship is based out of KAPF Naples, FL and is operated by Clay Lacy Aviation.

12 passenger cabin
1997 DOM refurbished inside & out 2018
ARGUS Platinum, Wyvern Wingman, IS-BAO Registered

Falcon 8X

Falcon 8X now for charter operated by Execujet UK Ltd.

Based out of EGGW London-Luton Airport and new to charter, this flagship of the Dassault Falcon family is operated by ExecuJet UK Ltd.

14 passenger cabin
2016 date of manufacture
IS-BAO Registered, Wyvern Registered

Sources: Charter operator fleet updates

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New Aircraft to the Charter Market

The following charter aircraft were announced this week; new additions to operator fleets and currently available for charter.

Photo - Hawker 1000A new to floating fleet charter market — *Hawker 1000A new to the floating fleet charter market*

Discovery Jets continues the growth of its fleet by the introduction of a Hawker 1000A, available for on-demand charter exclusively marketed by AirX America on a floating base model.

The aircraft is manufactured in 1995 and offers a 2020 refurbished interior with complimentary domestic WiFi, hot galley, microwave oven, bluetooth sound system, privacy cabin door and is pet friendly.

In addition to the Hawker 1000A, Discovery Jets also floats a Citation X and Challenger 300 for point to point charters.

All 511 floating fleet aircraft from 48 operators are in the
Floating Fleet search in FlightList PRO.

Photo - Nextant 400XT newly available for charter — *Nextant 400XT light jet new to the charter market*

Modesto Jet Center has added a Nextant 400XT to its Part 135 air charter fleet. The light business jet seats eight passengers and is popular for its roomy comfort designed for plenty of head and shoulder room in the cabin.

The aircraft has a 530-mph cruising speed and an IFR range of 2,005 nautical miles with four passengers. With both comfort and performance, this aircraft is an ideal choice for trips up and down the coast, to Mexico and throughout the United States.

Modesto Jet also operates four Pilatus PC-12 and two King Air turboprops based MOD.

Photo - Pilatus PC-12 charter turboprop now available. — *Pilatus PC-12 newly available for charter*

The Colorado based 2007 Pilatus PC-12 executive turboprop is now available for charter and operated by Mayo Aviation from Denver-Centennial Airport. Mayo carries ratings from all four 3rd-party audit organizations; ARGUS, WYVERN, ACSF and IS-BAO.

The PC-12 joins Mayo’s colorado-based fleet of 14 turboprops, light, midsize and heavy jets.

There are currently three Pilatus PC-12’s for charter based in the Denver-Front Range area, and six in Colorado.

Sources: Company news releases, FlightList PRO platform

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Announcing Jets New to Charter Availability; Falcon 7X, Challenger 350, Gulfstream G200, Citation Bravo, Citation CJ1, Phenom 100

Image of Challenger 350 jet now available for charter

Challenger 350 super-midsize jet now for charter, available only in the the FlightList PRO sourcing platform.

The FlightList PRO platform includes all 7,598 charter aircraft from 1,633 operators in the U.S., including 435 floating fleet aircraft, and 16,631 aircraft from 3,419 operators worldwide.

Announcing 6 recent additions to charter availability in the U.S. nationwide, including light jets through ultra long range jets.

Challenger 350, super-midsize jet, seats 8, Wi-Fi, based KLBE Latrobe, PA
Operated by L.J. Aviation, Wyvern Wingman, ACSF
Citation CJ1, light jet, seats 5, based KAEX Alexandria, LA
Operated by Zepp Air, Inc.
Citation Bravo, light jet, seats 8, based KTRM Thermal, CA
Operated by Desert Jet, LLC, ARGUS Platinum, Wyvern Wingman, IS-BAO
Phenom 100, light jet, seats 4, based KABE Allentown, PA
Operated by 26 North Aviation, Inc. dba Skystream Jet, Wyvern Wingman
Falcon 7X, ultra long range jet, seats 10, based KVNY Van Nuys, CA
Operated by Planet Nine Private Air, LLC dba Planet 9, ARGUS Platinum, Wyvern Wingman, IS-BAO
Gulfstream G200, super-midsize jet, seats 9, based KDTO Denton, TX
Operated by Scott Aviation, LLC dba Silver Air, ARGUS Platinum

The above are currently available for charter and included in FlightList PRO sourcing, along with every certificated aircraft from every charter operator. Free platform trials are currently available and regular pricing is just $90/month for 3 users, no contract.

Sources: Charter operator fleet updates

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Announcing New to Charter in the U.S.; Falcon 7X, Hawker 800XP, Learjet 60XR, King Air 350

Announcing four new aircraft to the charter market in the U.S. Popular models for charter, the Falcon 7X, Hawker 800XP, Learjet 60XR and King Air 350 are based in favored charter locations for their type aircraft, and are currently available for charter. Operators include Gama Aviation, Cirrus Aviation Services, Elevate Jet and Jet Access Aviation. The below new additions all are ARGUS-rated Gold or Platinum.

All are available through the FlightList PRO aircraft sourcing platform, which includes all 16,631 aircraft and 3,419 charter operators, the world’s largest.

Falcon 7X, based PSM Portsmouth, NH

Operated by Elevate Jet, LLC
ARGUS Gold
4G Wi-Fi complimentary
2012 aircraft, new paint and interior December, 2017
14 passenger interior

Falcon 7X long range jet new to charter, operated by Elevate Jet, LLC

Hawker 800XP, based LAS Las Vegas, NV

Operated by CIrrus Aviation Services
ARGUS Platinum
Wi-Fi complimentary
2017 Interior refurbish
2018 Exterior refurbish

Hawker 800XP new to the charter market operated by Cirrus Aviation Services, Las Vegas.

Learjet 60XR, based HVN New Haven, CT

Operated by Gama Aviation
ARGUS Platinum
Wi-Fi complimentary
7 passenger interior
Microwave, Airshow, 2 LCD monitors

Learjet 60XR new to charter, based New Haven, CT and operated by Gama Aviation.

King Air 350, based PBI West Palm Beach, FL

Operated by Jet Access Aviation
ARGUS Platinum
8 passengers in double-club seating
2004 aircraft, refurbished 2016

King Air 350 new to charter, based PBI West Palm Beach, FL and operated by Jet Access Aviation.

Sources: Charter operator announcements

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Announcing New to Charter in the U.S.; Challenger 650, Legacy 600, Challenger 350 and others

Announcing heavy, super-midsize and light jets new to charter in Florida, the Northeast and the West. Popular charter aircraft models in popular locations from operators Jet Edge, Elite Air, Latitude 33 and Custom Jet Charters, they have added the following jets to their charter certificates and are currently available. The below new additions all are ARGUS-rated Gold or Platinum.

All are available through the FlightList PRO sourcing platform, which includes all 16,631 aircraft and 3,419 charter operators, the world’s largest.

Legacy 600, based TEB Teterboro, NJ

Operated by Jet Edge
ARGUS Platinum
Wyvern Wingman
4G Wi-Fi complimentary
2015 Interior

New to charter, Legacy 600 based KTEB operated by Jet Edge

Challenger 650, based ORL Orlando, FL
- Operated by Elite Air
- 11 passenger
- ARGUS Platinum
- Wi-Fi complimentary
- 2018 Aircraft

New to charter, 2018 Challenger 650 based KORL Orlando, FL operated by Elite Air

Challenger 350, based SNA Santa Ana, CA

Operated by Latitude 33
ARGUS Platinum
Wi-Fi complimentary
2018 Aircraft
New to charter, 2018 Challenger 350 based KSNA Santa Ana, CA operated by Latitude 33.

Legacy 600, based BDL Windsor Locks, CT
- Operated by Latitude 33
- ARGUS Gold
- 13 passengers
- 2004 aircraft, 2014 interior

New to charter, Legacy 600 based KBDL Windsor Locks, CT operated by Custom Jet Charters.

Nextant 400XTI, based PIE Clearwater, FL
- Operated by Elite Air
- ARGUS Gold

Hawker 400XP, based PIE Clearwater, FL
- - Operated by Elite Air
  - ARGUS Gold
Sources: Charter operator announcements

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Vista Global Acquires Operator XOJET

Announced today, Thomas Flohr’s Vista Global has acquired XOJET, the third largest US business jet charter operator by flight hours.

Vista Global says that the acquisition of XOJET will allow it to expand further in the US. It launched VistaJet in America in September 2013.

VISTA GLOBAL

Nine days ago, on September 11, 2018, Thomas Flohr announced the launch of Vista Global Holding (“Vista Global”), headquartered at the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) which “will spearhead the consolidation of the fragmented and expanding business aviation market.”

Thomas Flohr, Founder and Chairman of Vista Global Holding

The group owns VistaJet, Vista Lease, TechX and at the closing of this newly announced transaction, XOJET’s fleet and commercial operations.

According to the Vista Global Holding press release, “Vista Global’s fleets will provide every customer with asset-lite solutions to fly point to point anytime, anywhere at a moment’s notice – either with guaranteed aircraft availability or On Demand. In addition, Vista Global will offer the very first worldwide leasing and financing service for customer looking to purchase a dedicated aircraft. Complementing its consumer and trade offer, Vista Global will also support aviation companies looking to improve services to their clients through the most advanced technology, providing an end to end platform in a very fragmented global operator marketplace.”

XOJET

Regarding the XOJET acquisition, “The journey started when I first saw an opportunity in the fragmented and inconsistent offering across the industry. Vista Global’s mission is to provide customer-centric solutions for every segment of business aviation and today’s announcement is a major step in that direction,” said Thomas Flohr, Vista Global founder and chairman. “This acquisition is the perfect addition to our global business. XOJET’s strength in North America and its reputation for offering great value perfectly complement VistaJet and the other businesses in the group.”

Bradley Stewart, Chairman & Chief Executive Officer of XOJET, said: “I am incredibly proud to be making today’s announcement, which will see our company become part of a fantastic family of brands. Becoming part of Vista Global will enable XOJET to achieve our dream of becoming a truly global business, providing us with the very best technology and infrastructure. I believe that Vista Global and XOJET are fundamentally aligned in our commitment to serving clients. I am looking forward to working with the Vista Global team and its companies in the future.”

XOJET and VistaJet’s full fleets are available in the Floating Fleet section of FlightList PRO‘s multi-search platform along with all 533 floating fleet aircraft and 37 operators.

XOJET will continue to operate independently, under a new joint venture company, with control and leadership remaining in US hands to meet airline ownership regulations. The carrier has a fleet of 44 business jets, which includes 27 Cessna Citation Xs.

The acquisition is a major step forward for Vista Global, allowing the group to build on its existing global offering and to reinforce its existing position in North America, the largest business aviation market in the world. Following today’s announcement and upon closing of the acquisition, Vista Global will have 1,500 employees in 20 offices worldwide according to its press release.

Corporate Jet Investor reports that 10 companies were originally interested in acquiring the company, with a final round of bidding including three companies. Shareholders first held talks during the 2017 NBAA convention.

XOJET’s largest shareholders were TPG, one of the world’s most-successful aviation investors, and Mubadalla, the sovereign wealth fund of Abu Dhabi. Although TPG was the largest shareholder, Mubadalla financed the fleet and held significant amounts of XOJET debt.

The acquisition price or other conditions has not been announced.

ARGUS says that XOJET flew 46,739 flight hours in the first six months of 2018. GAMA Aviation (which operates for itself and for membership provider Wheels Up) flew 72,885 hours followed by Executive Jet Management with 58,305 hours.

Completion of the transaction is subject to customary closing conditions. There is no financing condition to the transaction. The transaction is currently expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2018. XOJET’s regulated air carrier will be operated in a joint venture under U.S. control and leadership, in accordance with U.S. Department of Transportation criteria.

Sources: Company Press Release and Corporate Jet Investor’s 9/20/18 article by Alud Davies.

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Charter Operator JetReady Adds Challenger to Floating Fleet Availability

Photo of Challenger new to charter floating fleet

Challenger 601 new to charter floating fleet availability by operator JetReady.

Private jet charter operator JetReady continues to grow its existing charter fleet and has announced their newest charter aircraft addition, available for domestic and international charter flights.

The new-to-charter aircraft is a Challenger 601-3A joining JetReady’s charter floating fleet currently comprised of 5 heavy jets with the addition.

Cabin photo of Challenger 601 new-to-charter, refurbished 2018.

2018-refurbished cabin interior of the new-to-charter Challenger 601 operated by JetReady

The aircraft floor plan is a 12 passenger executive configuration and new 2018 renovated modern interior, with a layout of four forward individual captains chairs, an aft 4-place divan opposing a 4-place conference group. The aircraft is equipped with a full-sized forward galley, microwave, complimentary WiFi, display monitors, HD Inflight Entertainment and Airshow 400.

JetReady’s floating fleet is included in the Floating Fleets section of FlightList PRO‘s multi-search platform along with all 326 floating fleet aircraft and 29 operators.

JetReady’s Chief Executive Officer, Nigel England stated, “We are thrilled to announce the newest Challenger addition to our charter certificate and look forward to the continued growth of our company.”

The Challenger joins JetReady’s charter floating fleet of now 5 heavy jets; 3 Challenger 601’s and 2 Gulfstream IV-SP’s. The operator reports more aircraft of these same types, plus Hawker 800XP models in the pipeline for Part-135 charter.

Source: Company press release

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Gulfstreams V and IV-SP New to Charter, Prime Jet Fleet Grows to 12

U.S. charter operator Prime Jet has announced two Gulfstream additions to its charter fleet; a 14-passenger Gulfstream IV-SP newly available based at SDL Scottsdale, AZ, and a 16-passenger Gulfstream V available beginning this summer and based from PBI West Palm Beach, FL, according to the operator.

The pictured Gulfstreams join Prime Jet’s charter fleet which now grows to 12 aircraft- all Gulfstream jets, based across the U.S. and internationally. The operator floats 8 of them with one-way pricing, and are included in FlightLIst PRO’s Floating Fleets section.

Large cabin jet charters are on the rise, and the category leads the increase in charter flying last month. Large cabin jet charters were up a significant 15.1% year-over-year in March, despite a 20.4% decline in fractional ownership large cabin jet flying, according to data released by ARGUS. Part 135 charter flying increased 7.7% overall for March year-over-year.

Charter Gufstream IV-SP based SDL Scottsdale AZ and operated by Prime Jet

Charter Gulfstream IV-SP based SDL Scottsdale AZ and operated by Prime Jet

According to the operator, features of the new GIV-SP include:

Gulfstream IV-SP cabin, new to charter and based at SDL Scottsdale AZ with operator Prime Jet

14 Passenger Configuration
- Berths 5-6
2018 Full Interior Refurb
Free Domestic Wi-Fi
Soft Divided Cabin
Entertainment System
Full Service Aft Galley
Wyvern Wingman | AR/GUS Platinum
Charter Friendly

Gulfstream V new to charter with operator Prime Jet

16-passenger Gulfstream V cabin, new to charter with operator Prime Jet.

According to the operator, features of the new G-V include:

2018 Full Refurbishment
16 Passenger Configuration
Wi-Fi Equipped
- Free Domestic (GoGo Inflight)
Entertainment System
Full Service Galley
Separate Crew Rest Area
Charter Friendly

The Gulfstream V and IV-SP with Prime Jet carry ratings of ARGUS Platinum, Wyvern Wingman and ISBAO-registered. FlightList PRO is the only charter platform that includes operator’s safety ratings from all four organizations; ARGUS, Wyvern, ISBAO and ACSF.

Source: Company announcements

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Introducing New Charter Operator OJets With Global, Challenger and Growth Plans

Charter Global 6000 newly operated by OJets based Signapore.

Charter Global 6000 newly operated by OJets and based Signapore.

Announced last week, OJets, a new provider of business aviation services, launched charter service with a Bombardier Global 6000 and a Bombardier Challenger 650, newly purchased from Minsheng Financial Leasing Co., Ltd., and reported bold plans for growth.

OJets charter aircraft are available only in the FlightList PRO multi-search platform, the only source with all 16,631 charter aircraft and 3,419 operators worldwide.

“We are honored to have closed with Minsheng Finance Leasing Co. of China as our finance partner and look forward to building our relationship as we expand OJets,” said Michael Ta, CFO, OJets. “We have implemented a growth objective to quadruple the size of OJets’ current fleet by the end of Q2. This growth is underpinned by $350M in equity and debt; and will establish OJets as a global operator with one of the newest fleets of long range business aircraft in service.”

OJets services include:

On-Demand Charter. A flexible pay-as-you-fly service, including: one-way trips, choice of aircraft and no hidden fees.
Block Hour Program, for frequent travelers. Highly-personalized service with 48-hour guaranteed aircraft availability at a fixed hourly rate, including: global coverage without ferry fees within service area, no initiation fee and no monthly management fees.

Headquartered in Singapore, OJets’ world-class team is guided by a commitment to delivering industry-defining service – tailored to the most discerning Asian and international business travelers.

Including OJets aircraft, heavy and ultra long range jets based in the Singapore area now number 10 with 7 different charter operators; 2 Challengers, 2 Gulfstream 450, 2 Gulfstream 550, 1 Global 5000 and 3 Global 6000 aircraft. FlightList PRO is the only source with all charter aircraft in Singapore and worldwide.

OJets 14-passenger Challenger 650 for charter based Singapore.

The OJets brand features the signature “O”, inspired the Asian symbol “enso”, which represents strength, elegance and infinity. Enso is the embodiment of OJets’ vision of connecting East and West with a global reach at the pinnacle of luxury business aviation.

“We are delighted to collaborate with OJets, a new integrated provider of comprehensive business aviation services, to bring a Global 6000 and a Challenger 650 into its fleet,” said Mr. Wang Fuhou, President, Business and Commercial Aviation Leasing Division, Minsheng Financial Leasing Co., Ltd. “Both parties are confident in our partnership and in the business aviation market. We look forward to the success of this cooperation.”

About OJets
Headquartered in Singapore, OJets is an integrated provider of comprehensive business aviation services, including owning and operating a private fleet. For more information see http://www.ojets.com.

Source: OJets press release

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New Floating Fleet Operator and Gulfstreams Join One-Way Charter Pricing Availability

Growing charter operator Global Air Charter based at STP St. Paul, MN has become the latest of a growing number of floating fleet operators, chartering the below 16-passenger Gulfstream IV-SP and 12-passenger Gulfstream IV with one-way pricing. Global’s charter fleet also includes a 12-seat Gulfstream III and a Citation Mustang. Floating fleets are a prominent and growing segment in private jet charter, noted below.

Global Air Charter’s 16-passenger G-IV SP, YOM 1993, YOR 2014, free domestic WiFi:

Floating Gulfstream IV-SP operated by Global Air Charter with one-way pricing. Now part of the FlightLIst PRO floating fleet resource.

16-passenger cabin of the floating fleet Gulfstream IV-SP operated by Global Air Charter.

16-passenger cabin of the floating fleet charter Gulfstream IV-SP operated by Global Air Charter.

With the update, the FlightList PRO Floating Fleets resource now includes 27 charter operators with 316 jets dedicated to point-to-point pricing, with the ability to request quotes from multiple selected operators at once. Aircraft types run the gamut of business jets, from light jet to heavy and long range jets. With the update, below are the totals by category of charter jets available in the U.S. for point-to-point pricing:

FlightList PRO Air Charter Search Results

90 light jets
77 midsize jets
76 super midsize jets
73 Heavy and long range jets

Charter pricing with floating fleets can be quite advantageous for one way needs or round trips over many days. Cancellation terms can vary and be stricter with the pricing advantage and the logistics of point-to-point charter flying. Most operators are non-cancelable inside 72 hours from scheduled departure while some are shorter or even immediately upon booking. With this typical business model, most floating fleets are owned by the operator or are under management agreements whereby separate ‘owner approval’ is not required. Ages of floating fleet aircraft, much like traditional charter fleets, vary from brand new production line aircraft to manufacture dates in the 70’s or 80’s. All listed operators have at least one independent auditor safety rating, and more than half have 2 or more of the top ratings; ARGUS Platinum, Wyvern Wingman and ISBAO Registered.

Global Air Charter 12-passenger G-IV, YOM 1989, YOR 2014, free domestic WiFi:

Gulfstream IV charter jet operated by Global Air Charter and included in the FlightList PRO floating fleet resource.

12-passenger cabin of Global Air Charter’s Gulfstream IV, now floating with one-way charter pricing.

Source: company announcement

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Boeing Business Jet Coming to Unrestricted Charter Availability

Boeing Business Jet for charter with unrestricted availability, operated by Silver Air.

US charter operator Silver Air announces the coming addition of a Boeing Business Jet (BBJ) to its charter fleet, creating the nation’s only unrestricted charter availability on a world-class BBJ. Starting spring 2018, the new BBJ based in Southern California will begin serving global executive and entertainment markets.

Silver Air’s Boeing Business Jet has a 16-passenger VVIP cabin configuration. For overnight flights, a 10-passenger sleeping arrangement is available, complete with a master bedroom suite and private bathroom with shower.

The Boeing Business Jet is capable of flying more than 6,000 uninterrupted miles and is equipped with the amenities expected on an aircraft of this caliber including: global Wi-Fi, a VIP private office, lounge area, a full service galley with private chef services, and a high-end assortment of DEAN & DELUCA snacks and a selection of world class wines.

Boeing Business Jet cabin, operated by Silver Air with unrestricted availability.

All 20 Silver Air charter aircraft are included ONLY in the FlightList PRO multi-search platform along with all 16,631 charter aircraft and 3,419 operators worldwide automatically.

“This is an extremely unique opportunity for our charter clients to enjoy the ultimate private jet experience,” said Jason Middleton, Silver Air’s CEO. “Silver Air’s BBJ features the absolute highest level of service, luxury and comfort available in private aviation. There simply isn’t another charter operator in the country that has a BBJ of this caliber available on an unrestricted basis. It’s a game changer for Silver Air and our clients.”

Silver Air manages privately owned aircraft from Southern California to the Bay Area and Dallas. In addition to the newly signed Boeing Business Jet, Silver Air’s fleet includes light to large-cabin jets: Gulfstream GIV-SP, GIV, Dassault Falcon 2000, G200, Challenger 300, Phenom 100, Citation CJ3, Citation CJ2, and Citation X models.

The company’s charter fleet now numbers 20 aircraft, from turboprops to the new Boeing Business Jet. The operator has acquired the ARGUS Platinum and IS-BAO ratings, and is a member of the Air Charter Safety Foundation.

Source: company press release

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Announcing New Charter Operator, Super-Midsize and Light Jets on Certificate

Announcing a new jet charter operator to the air charter industry, with a Hawker 1000 super midsize jet and two Citation SII light jets on certificate, based in the Austin-San Antonio, Texas metro area.

Freedom Jets (Certificate # 417A246O, USAC AIRWAYS 694 LLC) currently has ARGUS Gold provisional status and is Wyvern Registered. They are authorized to operate across North and South America and the Caribbean.

The Citation SII and Hawker 1000A include onboard Wi-Fi, and the Hawker features a fresh May-2017 interior and exterior refurbishment.

Freedom Jets is included in the FlightList PRO multi-search platform automatically, as are all 16,631 aircraft and 3,419 operators worldwide.

Hawker 1000A super-midsize 9-passenger jet now available for charter with operator Freedom Jets

One of two Citation SII light jets available for charter with operator Freedom Jets, based in the Austin-San Antonio Texas area.

Source: FlightList PRO

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Charter Operator Prime Jet gets Safety Audit Trifecta

U.S. charter operator Prime Jet, announced today the completion of all three leading safety audits and registries in one week, according to a release from the operator.

Prime Jet successfully renewed the Wyvern Wingman and ARG/US Platinum ratings and completed an ISBAO Stage II upgrade. Prime Jet has maintained the Wyvern Wingman rating since 2006 and the ARG/US Platinum rating since 2009. As a result of this audit Prime Jet upgraded from an ISBAO Stage I operator to a Stage II operator.

ISBAO is an International Standard for Business Aircraft Operations is an industry code of best practices, developed by the international business aviation community for the benefit its members. Recognition for implementation of and conformance to the standards is available via an auditing process that results in an International Business Aviation Council (IBAC) certificate of registration.

All 4 industry safety ratings and registries are included ONLY in the FlightList PRO multi-search platform along with all 16,631 charter aircraft and 3,419 operators worldwide.

CEO Cheryl Janke States “We have an incredible team of pilots and cabin hostess operating at a high level of safety and professionalism backed by the pre and post flight analysis procedures of our Safety Management System.”

Prime Jet is a privately held, Part 135 operator of exclusively Gulfstream aircraft, in business since 2001.

The company offers management models from part 91 to fully dedicated charter aircraft. With a fleet size of 15 aircraft Prime Jet maintains a boutique operation, allowing each client access to senior management.

Source: company announcement

All four main industry safety program ratings and registries are included by operator ONLY in the FlightList PRO multi-search platform, which includes all worldwide 16,631 charter aircraft and 3,419 charter operators. FlightList PRO is used by the most successful and experienced brokers and travel professionals in the industry; 80% of users have arranged charters more than 10 years, 25% more than 20 years.

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First Citation Latitude Available for Charter in Europe

Announcing the first Citation Latitude available for charter in Europe. The Cessna Citation Latitude is a 9-passenger mid-size jet. It is the first business jet to combine a wide, flat-floor, stand-up cabin with a midsize price. Derived from Cessna’s Model 680 Sovereign, it was type certified by the US Federal Aviation Administration in June 2015.

French charter operator and aircraft management company, iXAir Business Jets, announces their 2017 Latitude is now available for charter.

The full 7-aircraft fleet of iXAir is available ONLY in the FlightList PRO multi-search platform along with all 16,631 charter aircraft worldwide. Get your free 30-day trial here.

The Citation Latitude is the largest aircraft in its category. Its stand up cabin and large windows provide passengers with a spacious and comfortable feel.

Under French registration, this aircraft is commercially operated by iXAir and has already had great success with numerous flights to Italy, Spain, Montenegro, Greece and Turkey.

The Latitude joins the iXAir existing charter fleet of 6 aircraft including Citation CJ1, two CJ2+, a CJ3, CJ4, and a Global Express XRS.

Citation Latitude 9-passenger midsize jet available for European charter. Photo credit Paul Schaller

Citation Latitude - the only midsize jet with spacious flat floor and 9 seats.

iXAir’s Citation Latitude. The 9-passenger Latitude is the only midsize jet with spacious flat floor.

Source: company announcement and information

All 3,008 European charter aircraft and 699 charter operators in Europe are available ONLY in the FlightList PRO multi-search platform which includes all 16,631 charter aircraft and 3,419 charter operators worldwide. FlightList PRO is used by the most successful and experienced brokers and travel professionals in the industry; 80% of users have arranged charters more than 10 years, 25% more than 20 years.

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Popular Phenom 300 Light Jets Added to JetSuite’s Charter-Membership-Management Offerings

Alex Wilcox, the chief executive officer and founder of JetSuite, stands in the doorway of the company’s Phenom 100 jet at John Wayne Airport. Photo credit Mark Rightmire, OC Register.

JetSuite, Inc. announced today at NBAA’s Business Conference & Exhibition that it has expanded its fleet with the first two of several Embraer Phenom 300s.

The company took delivery of its first Phenom 300s in late September and early October, and expects to begin flying this popular light jet as part of its charter service later in October.

“We began a remarkably successful relationship with Embraer products years ago when we were a launch partner for the Phenom 100, we’ve since added Embraer 135s and a Legacy 650, and now we’re excited to continue adding Embraer products by adding the first Phenom 300s to our fleet,” said Alex Wilcox, CEO of JetSuite. “We will continue adding Phenom 300s to our portfolio, both on our own and through our Aircraft Management program, which we debuted earlier this year.”

JetSuite’s 20-aircraft fleet of Wi-Fi equipped light jets are included in the Floating Fleets section of FlightList PRO‘s multi-search platform along with all 335 floating fleet aircraft and 25 operators. Free 30-day trials are now available here.

The Phenom 300 has been the world’s best-selling business jet for the last four years running. It features enhanced cabin space, speed and range, as compared to JetSuite’s current light jet fleet of Phenom 100s and Citation Jet 3s.

The aircraft will debut as part of the company’s SuiteKey Membership program flights, for those traveling with parties of up to seven, and will initially be priced and offered interchangeably with the CJ3s.

The debut of the P300 in the JetSuite fleet comes soon after the company announcing its Aircraft Management program, to help answer demand for its charter flights and growth in the SuiteKey membership program. This management offering features several options that can offer aircraft owners reductions in the operating cost their planes.

Sources: company press release

All 20 JetSuite charter light jets are available in the FlightList PRO multi-search platform which includes all 16,631 charter aircraft and 3,419 charter operators worldwide. FlightList PRO is used by the most successful and experienced brokers and travel professionals in the industry; 80% of users have arranged charters more than 10 years, 25% more than 20 years.

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Charter Floating Fleet Operator flyExclusive Plans Rapid Growth

After Delta acquisition, aviation entrepreneur charts growth with new airline

By Lauren K. Ohnesorge, Staff Writer- Triangle Business Journal

Seven years after selling his private jet service to Delta Air Lines, aviation entrepreneur Jim Segrave is “getting the band back together” in Kinston.

His new charter company, LGM Enterprises, is doing business as flyExclusive at Global Transpark. And it involves many of the same employees that helped him build Segrave Aviation, purchased by Delta subsidiary Delta AirElite in 2010 for an undisclosed sum.

This time, however, Segrave is doing things a bit differently. “We own all our own planes, for one,” he says.

To cover the costs, LGM has closed on $315,000 in debt capital, part of an offering capped at $2.5 million, according to a securities filing disclosed May 3rd.

flyExclusive and its 20-aircraft fleet are included in the Floating Fleets section of FlightList PRO‘s multi-search platform along with all 232 floating fleet aircraft and 14 operators. Get your free 30-day trial here.

The 2-year-old firm already has a fleet of more than 20 airplanes, according to Segrave. He says flyExclusive adds a plane every two to three weeks.

While the first company had 17 different types of jets in its fleet, the new firm has just two. He says standardization means all of his pilots can fly all of his planes – giving him scheduling flexibility.

Editor note: The fleet currently includes 7 Citation CJ2 light jets, and 13 Citation Excel/XLS aircraft, all model year 2000-2008. flyExclusive was recently highlighted in a previous charter alert as now being approved for the ARGUS Platinum rating.

Segrave says the business model is working. FlyExclusive targets high net-worth individuals, business executives and families. Already, the company averages about 1,500 hours per month in the air, with about a $60 million annual run rate, he adds. The goal is to increase the fleet to 50 airplanes “as fast as I can do it,” he explains. “It will probably take me two years.”

The firm has 110 employees.

Article in Triangle Business Journal here

Previous Charter Alert about flyExclusive, 7/14/17

Sources: Article in Triangle Business Journal, public information

All 20 flyExclusive charter aircraft are available in the FlightList PRO multi-search platform which includes all 16,631 charter aircraft and 3,419 charter operators worldwide. FlightList PRO is used by the most successful and experienced brokers and travel professionals in the industry; 80% of users have arranged charters more than 10 years, 25% more than 20 years.

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VistaJet Launches Membership for Empty-leg Flights

VistaJet officially launched VistaJet Direct, its new digital membership offering priority access to one-way and empty-leg flights at preferential rates.

For a $10,000 annual fee, VistaJet Direct members can request bookings on all available VistaJet aircraft before they are offered to the charter market, according to a release from the company.

Bookings via the VistaJet Direct smartphone app are guaranteed and come with all of the company’s typical services. Through the app’s geo-location feature, members can receive a push notification when a flight near them or from their favorite cities is available.

According to VistaJet, the app offers real-time fixed pricing and the entire booking process can be completed “in minutes.” Members can also request flights through the app, as well as order catering and arrange other ground services.

VistaJet released this statement from company Chairman and Founder, Thomas Flohr:

“This launch is all about giving our customers, and all business travelers, as much flexibility and choice as possible. With the addition of VistaJet Direct, flying with us is easier than ever. We’re always looking for new opportunities to make travel as memorable as possible, and make our customers’ flight an experience they will never forget. VistaJet Direct is the fastest and most convenient way to fly VistaJet. Customers can now book a flight and access the full array of our services no matter where in the world they are, at a time that suits them.”

Source: Company press release

Past Charter Alerts about VistaJet:

VistaJet US Flight and Pax Traffic Grows Triple Digits, Worldwide Double Digits

VistaJet Adds Jet Charter Service in China

The FlightList PRO multi-search platform which includes all 16,631 charter aircraft and 3,419 charter operators worldwide. FlightList PRO is used by the most successful and experienced brokers and travel professionals in the industry; 80% of those using FlightList PRO have been arranging charters more than 10 years, and a full 1/4 – more than 20 years. Currently 30-day free trials are available.

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Announcing Jet Charter Floating Fleets Update; Now 23 Operators, 332 Aircraft

FlightList PRO, the largest resource for the air charter professional, announces a major update and recent additions to its Floating Fleets resource.

Floating fleet aircraft with one-way pricing are perhaps the fastest growing business segment in private jet charter. Ten years ago a handful of operators and their dedicated fleets were pricing and flying point-to-point charters in the U.S. Worldwide Jet, Segrave Aviation and Red Wing Aeroplane had been operating, and XOJET and Travel Management Company were just getting started. Today the air charter industry has 23 operators with 332 dedicated floating aircraft; 14 with dedicated floating fleets, and 9 more operators with a number of jets floating and dedicated to point-to-point pricing.

The fast growing one-way-pricing segment of the air charter industry is captured in FlightList PRO’s Floating Fleet section, which is newly updated and includes all 23 operators and 332 aircraft with one-way pricing.

Recent additions are 8 operators and 61 floating fleet aircraft to the resource, a 53% growth in floating aircraft operators and 23% growth in floating aircraft availability. The resource is constantly updated.

A special user feature is the ability to select a number of floating fleet operators, and with one click request a flight quote or information.

Sizes and types of one-way priced jets available in the U.S. run the gamut from very light jets to long range intercontinental jets. The Floating Fleet resource includes 12 VLJ’s, 44 light jets, 81 midsize jets, 51 super-midsize and 65 heavy and long range jets.

Aircraft, operator, fleet and certificate information is constantly updated in the FlightList PRO resource, which leads the ever-changing air charter industry.

The FlightList PRO platform features every charter aircraft and operator automatically; over 1,600 operators and 7,500 aircraft in the U.S. alone, and 3,400 operators and 16,600 aircraft worldwide. Air cargo and air ambulance segments are included as well.

Operator details are displayed such as auditor safety ratings, year of make, Wi-Fi enabled and more. Aircraft can be searched and displayed to meet any number of parameters.

The most knowledgeable charter brokers in the industry are using FlightList PRO; 80% of its users have arranged charter more than 10 years, 25% more than 20 years. Rates are just $90/month for 3 users. Free 30-day trials are currently available.

Source: FlightList PRO release.

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