Challenger 604 and Fourth Citation X Added to Operator Premier Air Charter’s Fleet

The Charter Operator’s Growing Fleet Now Consists of Ten Heavy, Super-Midsize and Light Jets

Today Premier Air Charter, based at Palomar Airport in Carlsbad, CA, announced the addition of Citation X tail number N910DP to their growing fleet and is now available for charter. The 8-passenger coast-to-coast super-midsize jet’s cabin was newly refurbished in 2023.

In December the operator added Challenger 604 tail # N604LL to their fleet. The newly refurbished 2023 cabin features 6 full seats plus a 3-place couch.

Challenger 604 and Citation X newly for charter with Premier Air Charter at CRQ Carlsbad, CA
Challenger 604 and Citation X newly for charter with Premier Air Charter at CRQ Carlsbad, CA

“Quickly adding the Citation X to our fleet demonstrates our commitment to scaling with intention and investing in aircraft that strengthen our operational flexibility and market reach,” said Vincent Monteparte, Chairman of Premier Air Charter. “The Citation X aligns perfectly with our long‑term strategy to deliver exceptional performance, reliability, and value to our clients and shareholders.”

The updated charter fleet consists of:

AircraftTail NumberPassengersWi-FiYear of MakeBased
Challenger 604N604LL9Yes2002CRQ Carlsbad, CA
Challenger 601N207JB9Yes1996CRQ Carlsbad, CA
Challenger 601N813MS9Yes1994CRQ Carlsbad, CA
Citation XN910DP8Yes2004CRQ Carlsbad, CA
Citation XN214WT8Yes1997CRQ Carlsbad, CA
Citation XN265AV8Yes2006CRQ Carlsbad, CA
Citation XN713FL8Yes1999CRQ Carlsbad, CA
Citation CJ3N795KF6Yes2011CRQ Carlsbad, CA
Citation CJ3N346PA6Yes2012CRQ Carlsbad, CA
Citation CJ2N82BB7No2002CRQ Carlsbad, CA
The growing charter fleet operated by Premier Air Charter

Ross Gourdie, the President of Premier Air Charter stated, “We believe securing FAA certification and pilot readiness for the Citation X so quickly reflects the strength, discipline, and expertise of the Premier team. With both the Challenger 604 and now the Citation X joining our fleet, we are entering 2026 with expanded capabilities.”

Premier Air Charter carries the ARGUS Gold independent safety auditor rating.

Aside from the operator’s website, these two aircraft are listed only in the FlightList PRO platform, used by top charter brokers and aviation professionals.


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