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Mukamalah Aviation Eyes Expansion in Services and Client Base Post Saudi Aramco Spin-Off

By | 2024-04-18T15:41:50-04:00 April 11th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Aircraft Business, Airport Business, Business & Private Aviation|

Following its spin-off from parent company Saudi Aramco last year, Mukamalah Aviation, based in Dammam, is poised for significant growth. Although still wholly owned by Saudi Aramco, Mukamalah has gained managerial independence which has enabled it to broaden its customer base and service offerings. According to company sources speaking to Al-Eqtisadiah, a leading Saudi business [...]

Turkey’s Mavi Gök Airlines Expands Fleet with First Boeing 737-700(BBJ) for Executive Charters

By | 2024-04-18T15:29:48-04:00 April 11th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Aircraft Business, Business & Private Aviation|

Mavi Gök Airlines, based in Antalya, has expanded its fleet with the addition of its first executive-configured Boeing 737-700(BBJ). The aircraft, identified as TC-MGA (msn 29865), was transferred from Istanbul Atatürk to Antalya on March 30, 2024, following maintenance, according to ch-aviation. Data from AirNav Radarbox ADS-B indicates that the aircraft, which is 25.1 years [...]

Nigeria to Reform Legal Framework to Enable Dry Leasing of Aircraft

By | 2024-04-18T15:41:51-04:00 April 11th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Aircraft Business, Airline Business, Business & Private Aviation|

Nigeria is set to tackle the legal obstacles that have historically hindered Nigerian airlines from dry-leasing aircraft, according to Festus Keyamo, the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development. In a recent interview with Arise News TV, Keyamo disclosed plans to introduce a new practice direction aimed at aligning Nigeria’s legal framework with the Cape Town [...]

AMC Aviation Expands Fleet with First Praetor 600 Delivery in Poland

By | 2024-04-18T15:29:50-04:00 April 10th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Aircraft Business, Aircraft Engines & Suppliers, Business & Private Aviation|

AMC Aviation, based at Warsaw Chopin Airport, has expanded its fleet with the acquisition of its first Praetor 600 aircraft, enhancing its charter service capabilities. The new addition, registered as SP-GMS (msn 55020196), was delivered from Embraer Executive Jets' assembly site in Melbourne, Florida, completing its journey to Warsaw Modlin Airport via St. John's on [...]

Zafer Air Elevates Its Fleet with the Addition of an ACJ319-100

By | 2024-04-18T15:29:55-04:00 April 9th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Aircraft Business, Business & Private Aviation|

Zafer Air, Turkey's distinguished charter airline, has notably expanded its luxury fleet by incorporating its inaugural ACJ319-100, marking a significant enhancement to its high-end travel offerings. This acquisition aligns with Zafer Air's commitment to providing unparalleled service and comfort to its discerning clientele. The bizliner joins Zafer Air's fleet after a 15.9-year tenure with Global [...]

One Air Shifts Base to East Midlands to Bolster UK-Hong Kong Charter Services

By | 2024-04-18T15:29:55-04:00 April 9th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Air Cargo, Airline Business, Airport Business, Business & Private Aviation|

One Air, the UK's dedicated cargo airline, has strategically relocated its operational base from London Heathrow to Nottingham East Midlands Airport, signaling a new phase in its commitment to enhancing its scheduled charter flights, particularly the key route to Hong Kong International. This move is set to streamline One Air's operations by leveraging East Midlands [...]

Be Aero Expands Fleet with Its First Challenger 850 Aircraft

By | 2024-04-18T15:29:57-04:00 April 9th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Aircraft Business, Business & Private Aviation|

Be Aero, based at Istanbul Airport, has broadened its aviation portfolio by acquiring its first Challenger 850 aircraft, identified as T7-LISA with the manufacturer's serial number (msn) 8106. This addition was uncovered through ch-aviation's research, marking a significant milestone for the Turkish private charter service provider. The Challenger 850, boasting a service history of 13.6 [...]

Pacific Air Charters Competes for Lanai City EAS Contract in Hawaii

By | 2024-04-18T15:29:59-04:00 April 8th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Aircraft Business, Airport Business, Business & Private Aviation|

Pacific Air Charters, a Hawaii-based airline headquartered in Honolulu, has thrown its hat into the ring for the essential air services (EAS) contract to Lanai City, signaling its readiness to enhance air connectivity in the region. In response to a request for proposal from the United States Department of Transportation (DOT), Pacific Air Charters has [...]

Eclair Aviation Expands Fleet with Its First Gulfstream G200 in Czechia

By | 2024-04-18T15:31:09-04:00 April 8th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Aircraft Business, Business & Private Aviation|

Eclair Aviation, based at Prague Václav Havel Airport in Czechia, has recently expanded its luxury fleet with the addition of its first Gulfstream G200. The aircraft, registered as OK-GLX (msn 238), represents the smallest business jet in Eclair Aviation's collection, emphasizing the carrier's dedication to offering a broad range of private jet services tailored to [...]

Mounthill Aviation Resources Gains AOC and Expands Fleet with Hawker 800 in Nigeria

By | 2024-04-18T15:31:09-04:00 April 8th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Aircraft Business, Business & Private Aviation|

Mounthill Aviation Resources, based in Abuja, Nigeria, has achieved a significant milestone by obtaining its air operator's certificate (AOC) from the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), with the certification granted on April 5. This accreditation marks a pivotal step for the aviation company, enabling it to officially commence its operations within Nigeria's vibrant aviation sector. [...]

flyExclusive Expands Its Fleet with First Challenger 350, Plans for More by 2025

By | 2024-04-18T15:31:10-04:00 April 8th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Aircraft Business, Business & Private Aviation|

flyExclusive, a leading private charter service based in North Carolina, has proudly announced the induction of its first Challenger 350 "super-midsize" business jet into its fractional ownership program. The company, renowned for its on-demand charter services, has set ambitious plans to incorporate up to 20 Challenger 350 jets by the end of 2025, signaling a [...]

Georgian Airways Expands VIP Fleet with Inaugural Global 6000 Acquisition

By | 2024-04-12T09:03:09-04:00 April 5th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Aircraft Business, Business & Private Aviation|

Georgian Airways, the flagship carrier based in Tbilisi, has broadened its executive fleet by incorporating its very first Bombardier Aerospace Global 6000, registered as 4L-GTG (msn 9661). This strategic acquisition marks a significant enhancement to the airline's luxury travel offerings, reflecting its commitment to catering to the high-end travel market. Before being acquired by Georgian [...]

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