Charter & Fractional

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

Jet Aviation, Moscow Vnukovo
May 19, 2022 - 12:00 PM
Russian business aviation sector in ‘deep shock’
The Russian business aviation sector is going into a tailspin as the ever-tightening Western sanctions over the war in Ukraine cripple the industry.
VoltAero's Cassio hybrid-electric aircraft.
May 19, 2022 - 9:26 AM
VoltAero Offers Fractional Shares in Hybrid-electric Aircraft
The manufacturer's Cassio family of aircraft will be operated by partners throughout Europe, providing flights for fractional ownership clients.
Hadid expanding in Middle East
May 18, 2022 - 3:13 PM
Hadid Bids on Oman FBO Tender
Expo 2020 has boosted Dubai’s status as a regional hub.
Jet Support Services International president Neil Book
May 18, 2022 - 10:14 AM
JSSI Brings New, 'Fully Integrated' Brand to EBACE
Maintenance-plan provider JSSI highlights at EBACE recent acquisitions and expanded offerings
Interior of Gama Aviation FBO
May 17, 2022 - 2:23 PM
Gama Aviation’s Sharjah FBO Sees Record Year
Gama Sharjah is intent on expanding its fleet after Wheels Up’s acquisition of Gama Aviation Signature in the U.S. in 2020
UAS International Trip Support's executive president Mohammed Al Husary (left) and his brother, CEO Omar Hosari (right)
May 17, 2022 - 11:00 AM
UAS Underlines Bizav's Traditional Selling Points
UAS and partner investor Fangda hope to see business in UAE expand worldwide as entrants to the market learn the benefits of business aviation.
Elite Jets Legacy 500 illuminated on the airport ramp at dusk
May 16, 2022 - 11:54 AM
Elite Jets Recommits To Safety Focus
The Naples, Florida-based charter operator has re-certified as an Argus Platinum operator and earned IS-BAO Stage 2 certification.
Enstrom 480B helicopter lifting off from grass strip
May 15, 2022 - 9:02 AM
Surack Buys Enstrom Helicopter
Indiana-based Surack Enterprises bought Enstrom Helicopter Corporation after a previously-announced deal to sell the company collapsed.
May 12, 2022 - 5:59 PM
Wheels Up Reports Record Revenues, Large Losses in 1Q22
Wheels Up Q1 revenues topped $325 million, but it lost $89 million in the process.
May 10, 2022 - 10:25 AM
Charter Company CEO Sentenced for Bankruptcy Fraud
Alan Russell Cook, Sr. was president and CEO of the former Metropolitan Aviation in Manassas, Virginia.