FAA Certification, Charter Conversion
& Aviation Advisory Services
FAA CERTIFICATION ADVISORY
Corporate Aircraft to Charter Conversion
Corporate Aircraft to Charter Conversion
Blue Mountain Aviation Services advises aircraft owners, investors, and operators on converting corporate aircraft into certificated charter operations.
Entering charter is not simply a regulatory process — it is a strategic, operational, and capital decision that affects the aircraft, ownership structure, and long-term viability of the operation. BMAS supports clients from early feasibility through FAA certification and operational launch, providing operator-side guidance grounded in real regulatory and operational experience.
Led by former FAA and Part 119 operational leadership, BMAS brings rare perspective to the transition from private aircraft ownership to revenue-generating charter operations.
Request a consultation to evaluate whether charter entry is the right move for your aircraft and ownership structure.
ADVISORY PHILOSOPHY
Aircraft owners considering charter face significant decisions before committing capital or pursuing certification. Entering the charter environment requires a realistic understanding of FAA expectations, operational responsibilities, and financial implications.
Our philosophy is straightforward:
Make sound decisions before committing capital
Understanding certification requirements early
Understanding FAR 119 Management Personnel Requirements
Understanding costs associated with required personnel
Build an operation the FAA will approve and sustain
Structure leadership and compliance correctly from the start
BMAS operates as an operator-side advisory partner. We guide clients through the transition from private aircraft ownership to certificated charter operations with clarity, realism, and regulatory alignment.
Most clients begin with one core question:
“Can this aircraft go on charter — and should it?”
Typical conversations include:
Should I place my aircraft on charter?
What does it take to obtain Part 135 certification?
Is my aircraft suitable for charter operations?
What will the FAA require?
What leadership roles must be filled?
How long will certification take?
Is the investment financially viable?
BMAS helps owners and investors answer these questions before major commitments are made.
Why Owners Consider Charter
Placing a corporate aircraft into charter service may:
Offset ownership costs
Generate revenue
Increase aircraft utilization
Improve resale positioning
Support a broader aviation business strategy
However, not every aircraft or ownership structure is suited for charter entry.
Our role is to evaluate feasibility and help determine whether charter participation is appropriate and strategically sound.
OUR ROLE IN AIRCRAFT TO CHARTER CONVERSION
BMAS supports owners and operators across the full lifecycle of charter entry.
Feasibility & Strategic Evaluation
Aircraft suitability for charter
Ownership structure considerations
Market and revenue evaluation
Certification pathway options
Capital planning clarity
Risk and timeline assessment
Operational Readiness
Operational structure guidance
Leadership role planning
Training program considerations
Maintenance program alignment
Compliance systems preparation
Pre-certification readiness
Certification Strategy
Part 135 certification pathway planning
FAA engagement strategy
Documentation planning and sequencing
Management qualification planning
Regulatory timeline development
Launch & Early Operations
Support through certification phases
FAA interface guidance
Operational control planning
Early operational stability
Ongoing compliance strategy
FAA CERTIFICATION
Experience & Perspective
Blue Mountain Aviation Services was founded by a retired FAA Operations Inspector with decades of experience across regulatory oversight and operator leadership roles.
This dual perspective, regulator and operator, provides clients with realistic, actionable guidance through the certification process.
Leadership Experience
Senior aviation operations executive and regulatory advisor with more than four decades of experience across:
FAA Flight Standards
Part 121 airline operations
Part 135 charter
FAR 142 training organizations
Brings rare perspective as both:
Former FAA Fleet Manager
Director of Operations
Chief Pilot exercising operational control under FAR Part 119
Our Clients
Aircraft Owners
Charter Start-ups
Existing Operators
Investors and aviation organizations
Credentials Snapshot
15,000 flight hours
13 aircraft type ratings
Gulfstream, GV, GVII & GVIII experience
Part 119 operational leadership
FAA and operator-side certification perspective
Core Focus Areas
Part 135 certification & startup readiness
Operational Leadership Support
Training Program Design
FAA Engagement Strategy
Training systems (AQP, 121, 135, SMS, TEM, FAR 142)
Fleet Planning Strategy
Regulatory Remediation
Our Process
Initial Consultation
Understand aircraft, ownership structure, and goals.
Feasibility & Planning
Evaluate suitability, certification pathway, and capital implications.
Certification Strategy
Develop structured approach to FAA certification.
Certification Support
Guide clients through regulatory process and readiness phases.
Operational Launch
Support transition into certificated operations and early compliance.
Considering placing an aircraft on charter?
Speak with Blue Mountain Aviation Services before committing to certification or capital decisions.
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People-First Approach
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Reliability You Can Count On
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A Focus on Quality
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