Clay Lacy Becomes Authorized Dealer, Installer for Starlink

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Clay Lacy Becomes Authorized Dealer, Installer for Starlink

Clay Lacy Aviation has agreed to become an authorized dealer and installer for Starlink, complementing its suite of maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services at its repair stations in Los Angeles and Oxford, Connecticut. The satellite-based internet solution engineered by SpaceX enables inflight 4K video calls, streaming, online gaming, and virtual private networks. Starlink is part of the largest satellite constellation, with over 4,700 satellites in low Earth orbit and constantly launching more.

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Clay Lacy Aviation Line Service Technicians Complete Gulfstream Ground Handling Training Program

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Clay Lacy Aviation Line Service Technicians Complete Gulfstream Ground Handling Training Program

More than 60 Clay Lacy Aviation line service technicians have completed Gulfstream-authorized ground handling and service training for Gulfstream aircraft. The specialized training developed by Gulfstream Aerospace and FlightSafety International is designed to improve dispatch reliability and increase safety.

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Charter Spotlight: Hop-A-Jet Worldwide Jet Charter

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Charter Spotlight: Hop-A-Jet Worldwide Jet Charter

Air Charter Guide recently spoke with the staff at Hop-A-Jet Worldwide Jet Charter, a charter operator headquartered at Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport (KFXE) since 1976. Over four decades in the industry, Hop-A-Jet Worldwide Jet Charter maintains and operates a fleet of Learjets and long-range Challenger 604 & 605 aircraft. They hire and train their own pilots and crews, dispatch flights, coordinate in-flight gourmet dining, and arrange for luxury ground transportation.

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GrandView Aviation Director of Maintenance Recognized With Patriot Award

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GrandView Aviation Director of Maintenance Recognized With Patriot Award

The State of Maryland's Employer Support for the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) has presented GrandView Director of Maintenance Mike Ruth with its “Patriot Award.” This special award recognizes supervisors and managers, nominated by a National Guard or Reserve service member, for outstanding support provided directly to the members, their spouses and fellow members.

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Omni Air Transport Adds Learjet 75 to Managed Fleet

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Omni Air Transport Adds Learjet 75 to Managed Fleet

Omni Air Transport, a 40+ year leader in aircraft management and private charter, announces the addition of a Learjet 75 into their management program. The aircraft is based at KTUL and is available for charter. Omni Air Transport’s Aircraft Management Program provides a way for aircraft owners to optimize their ownership, travel, and investment providing for more value from their investment.

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GrandView Aviation Becomes WYVERN Wingman PRO

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GrandView Aviation Becomes WYVERN Wingman PRO

GrandView Aviation has 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. A safety benchmark set above WYVERN’s flagship Wingman program; Wingman PRO is the aviation industry’s highest safety standard.

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Charter Spotlight: Titan Aviation

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Charter Spotlight: Titan Aviation

Air Charter Guide recently spoke with James Coak, Vice President of Titan Aviation. Titan Aviation was established in 2004 by a team of aviation professionals, headed by Sakeer Sheik. Since then, the company has evolved into a leading aviation service provider with multiple locations across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia Pacific.

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FlyHouse Elevates Luxury Experience through Exclusive Partnership with Go Rentals

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FlyHouse, an industry-leading private jet management and charter company recognized for its unparalleled luxury, service, and innovation, is excited to announce the strategic partnership with Go Rentals, the quintessential purveyor of premier luxury car services. This collaboration underscores FlyHouse’s groundbreaking benchmark in guest experiences as Go Rentals will serve as the premier ground transportation partner for FlyHouse.

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Charter Spotlight: SAUDIA Private Aviation

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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’

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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

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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

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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)

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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

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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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