Charter & Fractional

News and issues concerning the aviation charter and fractional-ownership industries and markets, including company announcements, regulations, new developments and labor issues.

view of engine on business jet
Nov 11, 2022 - 11:24 AM
Heavy, Super-mid Bizjets Lead Air Charter Rate Increase
According to JetASAP, hourly on-demand charter rates in October climbed for larger jets but moved lower for smaller jets and turboprops.
Tail view of Wheels Up Citation Business Jet on airport ramp
Nov 10, 2022 - 8:48 AM
Losses, Management Changes Continue at Wheels Up
Wheels Up posted a net loss of $86 million in the third quarter and fired its president.
Airbus Helicopters is now offering a new "Lounge" cabin interior for its ACH160 aircraft.
Nov 10, 2022 - 4:05 AM
ACH160 Helicopter with Lounge Interior Set for European Debut
Italy's Air Corporate plans to base a newly acquired ACH160 in a special ‘Lounge” configuration in Milan early next year.
Flyjet dashboard on Macbook
Nov 7, 2022 - 10:23 AM
Flyjets Unveils Upgraded Charter App with More Features
Flyjets claims travelers can save up to 50 percent on empty-leg flights with an upgraded app.
Thrive Aviation Gulfstream G600 business jet
Nov 4, 2022 - 10:28 AM
Thrive Aviation Takes Delivery of Gulfstream G600
The Gulfstream G600 adds long-range capability to Thrive Aviation's mostly Cessna Citation fleet.
Zeusch Aviation managing director Herman van Kranenburg holding the company's air operator certificate in front of Beechcraft King Air
Nov 3, 2022 - 11:39 AM
Zeusch Aviation Receives Green Light for Charter Ops
Lelystad-based Zeusch Aviation has received its air operators certificate from the Civil Aviation Authority of the Netherlands.
Cabin view of Royal Jet's new Boeing Business Jet BBJ
Nov 3, 2022 - 10:41 AM
Royal Jet Adds 13th Boeing BBJ to Charter Fleet
As the summer heat in the Middle East dies down, the FIFA World Cup and other events are expected to lead to a surge in charter demand.
NetJets Patrick Gallagher Gives company update at Corporate Jet Investor Miami
Nov 2, 2022 - 11:06 PM
NetJets Nears 1,000-aircraft Fleet
NetJets expects to receive more than 100 new jet deliveries by the end of 2023, which would bring its fleet to nearly quadrupal digits.
Directional Aviation principal Kenn Ricci on stage speaking at Corporate Jet Investor Miami
Nov 2, 2022 - 10:07 AM
Ricci: Capital Influx into Bizav Has Changed Industry
Over the past six years, the influx of capital into business aviation has led to consolidation that has significantly changed the industry.
Partial image of a business jet
Nov 1, 2022 - 10:54 AM
ACS France Sees Huge Swing in Business in 1H22
The Paris-based unit of UK-based Air Charter Services saw significant growth in private jet, group, and cargo charter segments.