Should You Own the Charter Company Too?
Thinking about buying a turbine aircraft? Consider owning the charter company too. Establishing your own FAA-certified Part 135 air charter operation lets owners offset fixed costs like crew, maintenance, and insurance through charter revenue, while keeping personal assets legally separate from operational liability. It's not the right fit for everyone, but for buyers seeking operational control and a long-term cost-recovery strategy, it can transform an aircraft purchase into a revenue-generating business.
Flight School Accidents: Practical Steps to Reduce Risk
Flight school accidents draw outsized public attention — but the schools that avoid them share the same disciplines: strong maintenance, standardized instruction, and a real safety culture. Practical steps any training operation can take to reduce risk.
FAA Certification Insights
What does it actually take to launch a FAR Part 135 air carrier? A former FAA inspector breaks down the personnel, capital, and mindset required to get certified — and get it right the first time.