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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Priester Aviation Grows Managed Aircraft Fleet

Priester Aviation Grows Managed Aircraft Fleet

In Q4 of 2022 and Q1 of 2023, Priester added five business jets to its growing fleet of managed aircraft, the company announces. The aircraft are based throughout the country, reflective of Priester’s ability to answer client needs anywhere. Since its acquisition of Mayo Aviation in late 2022, Priester offers a full range of services to clients nationally, with larger bases of operation in its Chicagoland home and the Rocky Mountain region.

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Clay Lacy Aviation Commits Over $500,000 in Pilot and Mechanic Scholarships

Clay Lacy Aviation Commits Over $500,000 in Pilot and Mechanic Scholarships

Clay Lacy Aviation has strengthened its commitment to the future of aviation by funding scholarships in diverse areas within the industry and geographic regions. The 55-year-old private aviation company, specializing in aircraft management, charter, maintenance and FBO services throughout the U.S., announces it has raised its commitment to over $500,000 in scholarships and support to the next generation of aviation professionals.

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WYVERN Welcomes Swiss Private Jet as a New WYVERN Wingman Operator

Swiss Private Jet S.A. has secured its designation of WYVERN Wingman Certified Operator following a successful audit, conducted by WYVERN in January 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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Fly Alliance Renews Their WYVERN Wingman Certification

NXT Jet, Inc. dba Fly Alliance has once more secured its designation of WYVERN Wingman Certified Operator following a successful Audit, conducted by WYVERN in December 2022. 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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Operator Spotlight: Clay Lacy Aviation

Operator Spotlight: Clay Lacy Aviation

Air Charter Guide recently spoke with Cecilia Brazil, Charter Sales Coordinator for Clay Lacy Aviation. Founded in 1968 by an aviation legend and industry pioneer, Clay Lacy is the world’s most experienced operator of private jets. For the past 50 years, they have managed, maintained and globally operated jet aircraft from every major manufacturer. They serve business and world leaders, Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, professional athletes, sports franchises, celebrities and dignitaries.

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Priester Aviation Adds Aircraft Management VP

Priester Aviation Adds Aircraft Management VP

Priester Aviation’s strengths come from offering personal attention and professional solutions to its private aviation clients. Priester has assembled a team of experts who deliver daily on the eight-decade heritage of customer service. To strengthen that commitment and to better serve Priester’s aircraft-owner clients, the company announces the addition of Andrew Fischer as Vice President of Aircraft Management.

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Operator Spotlight: DC Aviation Al-Futtaim

Operator Spotlight: DC Aviation Al-Futtaim

Air Charter Guide recently spoke with Holger Ostheimer of DC Aviation Al-Futtaim (DCAF), one of the leading operators in Europe and Dubai-based Al-Futtaim. DC Aviation has a global reputation as a premium provider of aircraft management, executive charter operations, business jet maintenance and consultation services.

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Sun Air Jets Renews Their WYVERN Wingman PRO Certification

Sun Air Jets has once more been awarded WYVERN Wingman PRO certification after achieving excellence in association with ongoing participation in WYVERN's Flight Leader Program (FLP). Wingman PRO validates organizational safety culture utilizing the most advanced safety culture evaluation tools recognized by safety experts and regulatory bodies worldwide.

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