Charter Spotlight: SAUDIA Private Aviation

Charter Spotlight: SAUDIA Private Aviation

Air Charter Guide recently spoke with Abdulrahman Aseeri of SAUDIA Private Aviation, Saudi Arabia-based operator specializing in charter, aircraft management and ground services. SAUDIA Private makes all necessary trip preparations, in addition to fulfilling special requests through continuous follow-up, from the minute the aircraft takes off until it arrives safely at its scheduled destination.

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Solairus Extends Agreement with Portside to Power its Fleet Management Capabilities

Portside, a leading innovator in technology and software solutions for business and government aviation, today announced it has signed a 10-year agreement with Solairus Aviation to provide fleet management solutions through its newly acquired Avianis platform.

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Jet Aviation Expands US Managed Fleet and Charter Offering

Jet Aviation Expands US Managed Fleet and Charter Offering

Jet Aviation announced that it has added 29 aircraft to its US-managed fleet since the beginning of the year. Of the 29 aircraft that have joined the management fleet since January 2023, 10 have selected Part 135 Air Carrier Certification, meaning they are available for charter. This includes a mix of large and mid-sized aircraft.

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Solairus Adds Jim Simpson and Scott Galdi

Solairus Aviation, a market-leading provider of aircraft management and related services, announced today that Jim Simpson and Scott Galdi have joined the company’s executive management team. The two industry veterans bolster the company’s leadership and bring unique knowledge and perspectives. Jim and Scott will support Solairus aircraft owners, helping to maintain and enhance the high level of informed, personalized service that they have come to expect.  

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Suran Wijayawardana Joins FlyHouse as Chief Aviation Officer, Elevating the Company's Vision in Aviation

FlyHouse has strengthened its presence in the aviation sector with the addition of Suran Wijayawardana to its team. With an impressive career spanning more than two decades in the aviation industry, Suran has made a name for himself as a serial aviation entrepreneur and a passionate business aviation thought leader.

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BookaJet Adds First G-registered HondaJet to its AOC

BookaJet Adds First G-registered HondaJet to its AOC

BookaJet, a leading UK charter and aircraft management company, is pleased to debut the HondaJet Elite onto the G-registry and its UK Air Operator Certificate. It offers the distinctive-looking light business jet for charter, positioned from its Farnborough Airport HQ. Presented in a striking grey and orange livery, the newly registered G-HJBM seats up to six passengers in executive club seating.

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FlyHouse Delivers Over 1,000lbs of Essential Supplies to Aid Maui Fire Victims

FlyHouse Delivers Over 1,000lbs of Essential Supplies to Aid Maui Fire Victims

The recent Maui fire left a trail of destruction in its wake, displacing families and leaving communities in dire need of assistance. FlyHouse, with the support of friends, family, and colleagues, planned and executed their first mission to deliver over 1,000 lbs of essential supplies to the affected areas. The FlyHouse team collaborated with local authorities and relief organizations to ensure immediate assistance reached the affected individuals. 

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FAI Aviation Group Named ‘Employer of the Future’

FAI Aviation Group Named ‘Employer of the Future’

FAI Aviation Group, Germany’s leading global provider of mission-critical aviation services, has been named a 2023 ‘Employer of the Future’ by the German Innovation Institute for Sustainability and Digitalization (DIND).  FAI was praised for its entrepreneurial, progressive work in innovation, investing in and maximizing the use of technology and sustainable practices. 

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FlyHouse Elevates Private Aviation with Two New Gulfstreams in its Luxury Fleet

FlyHouse Elevates Private Aviation with Two New Gulfstreams in its Luxury Fleet

FlyHouse, a leading private aviation company, proudly announces the addition of two state-of-the-art aircraft to its luxury fleet - N25GV Gulfstream V and N435HC Gulfstream IV-SP. With these new additions, FlyHouse continues its mission to revolutionize the private aviation industry, offering discerning travelers an unmatched experience of luxury, comfort, and convenience.

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TAG Europe Expands its Fleet Even Further in Q2 with Aircraft for Charter

TAG Aviation Europe, has announced an additional two aircraft to join its fleet in Q2: a factory-new Gulfstream 650ER and a Bombardier Global Express which will both be available for charter. The Gulfstream will be based between Switzerland and Turkey and the Global Express will be based in Farnborough, UK.

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Sun Air Jets Presented With 2022 Friendly Flyer Award from the Van Nuys Airport (KVNY)

Sun Air Jets Presented With 2022 Friendly Flyer Award from the Van Nuys Airport (KVNY)

Sun Air Jets is honored to announce that it has been presented with the 2022 Friendly Flyer Award from the Van Nuys Airport (KVNY).  It is the company’s 9th such award since 2014, making it the recipient with the longest consecutive tenure. According to the Los Angeles World Airports website, the voluntary Fly Friendly/Quiet Departure Program for jet aircraft was established in 1994 to address the community’s concerns regarding jet aircraft noise in neighboring areas.

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Clay Lacy Aviation Adds to Charter Fleet, Grows Market Availability

Clay Lacy Aviation Adds to Charter Fleet, Grows Market Availability

Clay Lacy Aviation has added nine aircraft to its Part 135 charter certificate. The new aircraft open more availability for charter customers in nationwide locations, expanding the reach of Clay Lacy’s large and ultra-long-range business jets, which are maintained, crewed and operated to the highest standards.

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Sun Air Jets Celebrates 20th Anniversary of Charter Certificate

Sun Air Jets Celebrates 20th Anniversary of Charter Certificate

Sun Air Jets is thrilled to be celebrating the milestone 20th anniversary of its charter division.  The southern California-based private charter operator and aircraft management company received its FAA Part 135 Air Carrier Certificate on June 20th, 2003. The company has since grown into a multi-faceted aviation business with over 100 employees and multiple locations. 

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Sun Air Jets Adds King Air 350i to Charter Fleet

Sun Air Jets, a leading provider of premium air travel experiences, is proud to announce the latest addition to its esteemed charter fleet, the King Air 350i.. This exceptional aircraft sets a new benchmark for short to medium flight performance, further solidifying Sun Air Jet’s commitment to offering unparalleled travel experiences and a variety of options for its distinguished clientele.

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Premier Private Jets Renews their WYVERN Wingman Certification

Premier Air, Inc. dba Premier Private Jets has once more secured its designation of WYVERN Wingman Certified Operator following a successful Audit, conducted by WYVERN in March 2023. The WYVERN Wingman Standard, the first air charter audit standard in the aviation industry, provides a safety benchmark that allows air charter customers to assess performance expectations against recognized industry best operating practices before purchasing air charter services.

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FAI Aviation Group Reports Positive Q1 and Berlin MRO Success

FAI Aviation Group Reports Positive Q1 and Berlin MRO Success

FAI Aviation Group, Germany’s leading global provider of mission-critical aviation services, offering fixed-wing air ambulance, special missions, charter and aircraft management, as well as full MRO services returns to EBACE this week in a buoyant mood.  The company, now in its 36th year, opened FAI Technik’s new maintenance base at Berlin Brandenburg Airport (EDDB) in February and business has kept solid into 2023 across its business.

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Norway 2023 Air Charter Travel Guide

Norway 2023 Air Charter Travel Guide

Are you ready to embark on an unforgettable journey to the land of fjords, breathtaking landscapes, and fascinating history? Prepare to be amazed by the wonders of Norway. From its vibrant capital, Oslo, to the jaw-dropping Vesterålen archipelago, this Nordic gem has so much in store for you.

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Operator Spotlight: Sundt Air

Operator Spotlight: Sundt Air

Air Charter Guide recently spoke with Kristine Tesdal of Sundt Air, a Norway-based operator specializing in business jet charter and management of business jets. Sundt Air has an organization in place both for operation and maintenance and is able to assist aircraft owners with all needs pertaining to operating an aircraft.

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FAA Validates Clay Lacy Aviation’s SMS Program in Top 2% Nationally

FAA Validates Clay Lacy Aviation’s SMS Program in Top 2% Nationally

Clay Lacy Aviation has been recognized as a leader within private aviation for its Safety Management System (SMS). Its organization-wide approach has been validated and recognized by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to meet the new standards of the FAA SMS Voluntary Program. The validation places Clay Lacy in the top 2% of Part 135 operators in the United States that have completed this process and developed a culture of safety promotion. The FAA SMS Voluntary Program (SMSVP) attests that the company’s SMS also meets the International Civil Aviation Organization’s (ICAO) requirements.

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