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Nextant Aerospace Certifies Starlink Inflight Connectivity for Gulfstream G450 and G550 Aircraft

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024
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Cleveland, March 19, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nextant Aerospace , the engineering arm for Flexjet , today announced that it has received FAA approval for its Starlink Inflight Connectivity STC for the Gulfstream G450 and G550 series of aircraft.

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  • Cleveland, March 19, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nextant Aerospace , the engineering arm for Flexjet , today announced that it has received FAA approval for its Starlink Inflight Connectivity STC for the Gulfstream G450 and G550 series of aircraft.
  • Following closely behind the certification of Starlink Connectivity STCs and PMA installation kits for the Bombardier Global Express, Global XRS, Global 6000 and Gulfstream G650, Nextant’s Gulfstream G450 & 550 STC significantly increases Starlink Inflight Connectivity access to another segment of the intercontinental aircraft feet.
  • “For too long, the in-flight connectivity options available to aircraft owners have lagged behind the capabilities they are accustomed to in their offices and homes,” said Tony Kurpely, Nextant Aerospace senior vice president.
  • “Looking forward, we will continue to broaden Starlink access to business jet owners as we pursue FAA certifications for additional aircraft types.

Purdue, Flexjet Partner to Launch AeroSphere for Business Aviation

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Thursday, November 16, 2023
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It is a state-of-the-art hub, combining an innovative aviation education facility with one of the largest private aviation operators in the world.

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  • It is a state-of-the-art hub, combining an innovative aviation education facility with one of the largest private aviation operators in the world.
  • The key philosophy behind AeroSphere for Business Aviation is symbiosis: Purdue’s education program feeds into Flexjet’s business operations.
  • It is an environment where students and professionals alike learn not just from textbooks and simulators, but from real-world experiences and challenges faced by global aviation companies like Flexjet.
  • We hope that AeroSphere grows and serves as a model of international collaboration between the various segments of the aviation industry, academic institutions, government agencies, and non-government organizations.”

Flexjet Red Label Training Academy Elevates in Cabin Service With Hospitality Training from Best in Industry

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023
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The Red Label Academy’s finishing school style program will set a new 5-star hospitality standard for private aviation.

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  • The Red Label Academy’s finishing school style program will set a new 5-star hospitality standard for private aviation.
  • Red Label by Flexjet has long been known for its industry differentiators: flight crews dedicated to a single, specific aircraft, the industry’s most modern fleet and its LXi Custom Cabin Interiors.
  • "While other private aviation providers use third parties to train their cabin servers, Flexjet is creating a new standard,” said Flexjet Chief Experience Officer Megan Wolf.
  • The scenario-based service training will enable them to prepare and style the cabin to meet Flexjet’s exacting standards.

Flexjet Helicopter Service Available from Florida to The Bahamas including Tailored Landing Zones

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Monday, November 6, 2023
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Cleveland, Ohio, Nov. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Flexjet, Inc. , a global leader in private aviation, offers direct luxury helicopter service from Florida to The Bahamas, ahead of the 2023 private aviation peak travel season.

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  • Cleveland, Ohio, Nov. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Flexjet, Inc. , a global leader in private aviation, offers direct luxury helicopter service from Florida to The Bahamas, ahead of the 2023 private aviation peak travel season.
  • It was a logical extension of the company’s year-round helicopter service in the Sunshine State.
  • Formed to complement private jet Owners with first and last mile transport, the fleet of Sikorsky S-76 helicopters is also available for on-demand charter in the U.S. Northeast, Florida and the U.K.
    “As people move their residences to Florida for the season, demand for our Florida helicopter service will increase including travel from Florida to The Bahamas.
  • Flint added, “Now that our clientele has grown accustomed to accessing off-airport destinations, they expect it wherever the helicopter can take them – and now that includes from Florida to the Bahamas and Florida Keys.”

Flexjet Named One of Northeast Ohio’s Best Places to Work for the 20th Year

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Friday, September 29, 2023
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Cleveland, Sept. 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Flexjet Inc., a global leader in private aviation, has, for the 20th year, been named one of the 99 best places to work in Northeast Ohio by Employers Resource Council (ERC).

Key Points: 
  • Cleveland, Sept. 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Flexjet Inc., a global leader in private aviation, has, for the 20th year, been named one of the 99 best places to work in Northeast Ohio by Employers Resource Council (ERC).
  • Without the industry’s finest, most respected and customer service-oriented employees, there would be no Flexjet.
  • Now that customer demand has leveled out, but remains strong, Flexjet continues to invest in infrastructure, aircraft and workforce.
  • New headquarters: Flexjet has opened a new, $50 million headquarters and global operations center at Cuyahoga County Airport outside of Cleveland.

Flexjet Introduces Embraer Praetor 600 on Nationwide Tour

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023
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Cleveland, Sept. 27, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Flexjet Inc., a global leader in private aviation, this week has launched a 12-state, 15-stop tour of its Praetor 600 super midsized jet from Embraer (NYSE: ERJ).

Key Points: 
  • Cleveland, Sept. 27, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Flexjet Inc., a global leader in private aviation, this week has launched a 12-state, 15-stop tour of its Praetor 600 super midsized jet from Embraer (NYSE: ERJ).
  • Having soared triumphantly across European skies since 2020 under the Flexjet banner, the Praetor 600 now graces Flexjet’s North American constellation.
  • "Our ultra-modern mid- and super midsized fleet of aircraft, with its Bombardier Challenger 350/3500s and Embraer Praetor 500s, is like no other.
  • In addition to the Praetor 600, Flexjet’s midsized and super midsized offering includes the Embraer Praetor 500 , Bombardier Challenger 350 /3500.

Flexjet First in Industry to Launch Starlink by SpaceX – The World’s Most Advanced In-Flight Connectivity Solution

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023
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The introduction of Starlink is the culmination of an 18-month process that included an industrywide technology evaluation followed by a close collaboration between Flexjet, Nextant Aerospace (Flexjet’s engineering arm) and Starlink.

Key Points: 
  • The introduction of Starlink is the culmination of an 18-month process that included an industrywide technology evaluation followed by a close collaboration between Flexjet, Nextant Aerospace (Flexjet’s engineering arm) and Starlink.
  • “Through Starlink, SpaceX has created the most significant technology advancement for private jet travel that we’ve seen in the last 2 decades.
  • “As the first global business jet operator to adopt Starlink, Flexjet is leading the way in bringing a truly reliable high-speed internet solution to its aircraft owners,” said Chad Gibbs, SpaceX’s Vice President of Starlink Business Operations.
  • “Flexjet is proud to have identified and adapted the most advanced technology to keep our aircraft Owners connected no matter where in the world they are.”

Flexjet Opens Futuristic $50 Million Global Headquarters in Cleveland

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023
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Cleveland, Sept. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Flexjet Inc. , a global leader in private aviation, today opened its new global headquarters at Cuyahoga County Airport (ICAO: KCGF), east of downtown Cleveland.

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  • Cleveland, Sept. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Flexjet Inc. , a global leader in private aviation, today opened its new global headquarters at Cuyahoga County Airport (ICAO: KCGF), east of downtown Cleveland.
  • Inside, the company’s Global Operations Control Center features the largest seamless LED screen in the U.S. and is the most technologically advanced.
  • “Flexjet has undergone tremendous growth during the past decade with operations expanding throughout North America, Europe and beyond,” said Flexjet Chairman Kenn Ricci.
  • The screen displays every Flexjet flight around the world in real-time, creating a visually immersive experience.

The Bentley Bacalar That Inspired Flexjet Aircraft Interiors Featured at Monterey Car Week

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Friday, August 18, 2023
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At The Quail, attendees will get to admire the Bentley Mulliner Bacalar motorcar that inspired the Bacalar Project aircraft interiors of a Flexjet Gulfstream G650 and a Flexjet Sikorsky S-76 helicopter.

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  • At The Quail, attendees will get to admire the Bentley Mulliner Bacalar motorcar that inspired the Bacalar Project aircraft interiors of a Flexjet Gulfstream G650 and a Flexjet Sikorsky S-76 helicopter.
  • “Flexjet Owners are passionately knowledgeable about not only the aircraft in which we fly them but the automobiles they drive,” said Flexjet Chief Marketing Officer Lauren Florian.
  • “Monterey Car Week historically has been the high point of automotive excellence in the United States, and as such has always aligned with our approach to private aviation and the interests of our aircraft Owners.
  • Monterey Car Week is part of a multicity excursion showcase for the Bentley Bacalar automobile, aircraft and helicopter trio.

Aviation Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul Leader Flying Colours Joins the Flexjet Family of Companies

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Wednesday, August 2, 2023
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Cleveland, Ohio, Aug. 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Flexjet Inc., a global leader in private aviation, today announced that Flying Colours Corp. , a preeminent aviation maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) company, is joining the Flexjet family of companies.

Key Points: 
  • Cleveland, Ohio, Aug. 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Flexjet Inc., a global leader in private aviation, today announced that Flying Colours Corp. , a preeminent aviation maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) company, is joining the Flexjet family of companies.
  • “Bringing the capabilities of Constant Aviation, which Flexjet bought earlier this year, and now Flying Colours in-house enables us to ensure both the highest possible service quality and the maximum availability of aircraft for our Owners,” said Flexjet Chairman, Kenn Ricci.
  • Flying Colours’ highly trained technicians and staff have developed a reputation for providing the finest level of craftsmanship in the business aviation industry.
  • The recently opened paint and completions hangars at Flying Colours’ facility at Peterborough Airport exemplify the company’s commitment to meeting any need.