Air Charter & Air Taxi Businesses for Sale – Buy Your Aircraft Operation
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"Turnkey" NY Part 141 SEVIS Flight School
This is your chance to “take over” a “turnkey” FAA Approved Part 141/SEVIS Flight School. Complete with a fleet of aircraft leased to you, a fully trained staff, tenured CFI’s, simulators, all pertinent FAA coursework, and a large student roster of residual revenue. Excellent location strategically...
Air Charter Business For Sale
Air Charter Business that holds a CFR Part 135 Air Carrier Certificate. This is a unique opportunity to purchase a "turn-key" jet operating authority CFR Part 135 operation that has a current contract for business. Air Charter Business Specifications: United States Corporation, established in...
Helicopter FAA 135 Air Carrier Operation For Sale
"Full" FAA Part 135 Helicopter Operation for Sale. FAA Air Carrier authorization for 48 US contiguous States, Canada, Mexico, Bahamas, Caribbean, Puerto Rico. Current FAA Authorizations: Helicopter Air Ambulance (HAA) HAZMAT "Will Carry" Passenger/Cargo Single Pilot VFR/IFR Operations Company...
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NE USA Based Part 135 Charter Business with Fleet
Full/Standard FAA Approval allowing for unlimited aircraft, pilots and aircraft types. This is a "turnkey" cash generating charter machine. Complete with company owned Pilatus PC12s and managed Pilatus PC12, totaling 4 aircraft managed. Comes complete with training program, pilot teams, DO/DM/CP...
Private Jet Charter Aviation Business for Sale
A Private Jet Charter brokerage company with offices in Dubai and Canada is for sale. - A Canadian registered corporation. Clean history. - A Dubai registered company (Free Zone). Clean history. - Rented office in Dubai - Rented office in Toronto - UAE Bank accounts in Emirates ADCB (USD, AED) -...
"Turnkey" NY Part 141 SEVIS Flight School
This is your chance to “take over” a “turnkey” FAA Approved Part 141/SEVIS Flight School. Complete with a fleet of aircraft leased to you, a fully trained staff, tenured CFI’s, simulators, all pertinent FAA coursework, and a large student roster of residual revenue. Excellent location strategically...
NY 10+ Jet Part 135 Charter Biz w/Jet Fleet
Thank you for your inquiry about purchasing a “Turnkey 10+ Pax Jet Approved Part 135 Charter Business.” Comes complete with a Citation Latitude, Honda Jet, and King Air E90 under management, including pilot teams, full 119 staff, charter revenue generating income with complete charter client database...
Part 135 Certificate with King Air90 Cargo
Business proudly represents this exclusive offering in the Southeastern USA. This clean and operationally ready certificate based on Smyrna TN (Nashville FSDO) is available with a King Air 90 in CARGO configuration aircraft, providing an excellent platform for growth in the aviation charter industry....
Helicopter FAA 135 Air Carrier Operation For Sale
"Full" FAA Part 135 Helicopter Operation for Sale. FAA Air Carrier authorization for 48 US contiguous States, Canada, Mexico, Bahamas, Caribbean, Puerto Rico. Current FAA Authorizations: Helicopter Air Ambulance (HAA) HAZMAT "Will Carry" Passenger/Cargo Single Pilot VFR/IFR Operations Company...
Virginia Part 135 Charter Biz w/Citation Jet
Your chance to own an FAA Approved Part 135 Charter business with “active/good/perfect” FAA standing. Current D085: Citation S550-II. B050/OpSpecs: USA48, Canada, Caribbean and Bahamas. Seller is a pilot, DO/CP and can help with transition to purchaser’s team or can stay on part-time if wanted. There’s...
SE Part 135 Charter Co w/KA B200 & Piper Seneca
Thank you for your inquiry. Here is your chance to takeover an already built Part 135 Charter Business located in the SE USA region. Skip 3-5 years in the back of the line trying to start your PASI “Pre Application Service Intent” Part 135/Certificate/OpSpecs from scratch, and enjoy the est. $1m/year...
West Coast USA Jet Ready Part 135 Charter Business
Here is your chance to save 5-10 years at the back of the FAA FSDO “holding pattern,” and instead purchase a “turnkey” Part 135/9- Pax Seat Jet Aircraft Charter Business with a leased/managed 2007 Hawker 900XP and Westwind (coming on in September 2025). This already has SMS, GOM/GMM approval for 10+...
CFR Part 135 Air Charter Company with Jet Approval
"Full" CFR Part 135 Air Charter Company ("Active Entity") with jet operating approval United States Limited Liability Company CFR Part 135 On-Demand Air Carrier Jet Proving Runs Completed, jet certified 9 or less Standard Authorized for Passengers and Cargo Authorized Areas of Operations:...
Air Charter Business For Sale
Air Charter Business that holds a CFR Part 135 Air Carrier Certificate. This is a unique opportunity to purchase a "turn-key" jet operating authority CFR Part 135 operation that has a current contract for business. Air Charter Business Specifications: United States Corporation, established in...
Jet Air Charter Service
Mid USA located Full 135 Certificate with 1 mid-sized Jet lease available. You can add as many aircraft and pilots as you want and proving runs have been completed. SMS Manual is also in place. Might be open to financing options.
Part 135 Charter Air Taxi Service - Basic
Turn Key Part 135 BASIC 5 planes/5 pilots/3 aircraft types. Save time and resources navigating the FAA process, just bring your plane or grow to a larger fleet. We are an active air taxi charter operation based in Southern California serving all of California, Nevada, Arizona and Utah. Current DO85...
Full Cargo / Passenger Part 135 Certificate Entity
This is strictly a Part 135 shell entity purchase and the 119 staff of DM/DO/CP can stay on through transition. With the purchase this 135 several aircraft are available on the D085 and save 5+ years at the back of FAA FSDO line. Instead skip the line and start flying charters right away. Serious...
Aerospace – French AOC & Commercial License
Business Highlights: Owner is selling due to financial restructuring in related businesses. The intention is to sell the business at NAV which includes the AOC and license(s), and the equity in the aircraft that it currently has. The sale would also include the responsible officers tethered to the AOC...
Part 135 Air Carrier Certificate
This certifcate hold co was aquired through consolidation within the industry and we worked directly with our certifcate managmentment team to develop it from a single pilot certifcate to a full certificate. Active Air Carrier Certificate under Anchorage FSDO Jurisdiction Willing to sell a PA32...
Arizona Based 135 Certificate With Corporation
Full / standard in good standing with the FAA. Contiguous US, Alaska, Canada, Mexico, Central America, Caribbean. Has had multiple jets to include: Citation 680, Citation 560, BE400, Citation 525B. Turbo props King Air 350, King Air 90 series and B200. Currently B200 on D085. Ops spec A-501 in place....
10+ Jet Ready Part 135 Cert / Priced Under Market
Turnkey 10+ Part 135 Shell/Entity provides: * NE based FSDO. * On offer: Shell Entity that owns/controls the Part 135 Certificate, Manuals & OpSpecs. * Buyer bring your own jets to the D085/conformity. * DO85 | GIV | Lear 60 * Approved for 10+ pax jet aircraft | 9/less jet aircraft * USA48 B050...
Aviation / Jet Part 135 / Hawker 900XP Under Mgmt
Turnkey Aviation Part 135 AOC Certificate Entity | 9/less | Jet ready Jet ready 9 / less certificate Date of certificate: 20 years old Certificate number: XXXXX. FAA FSDO: Florida FAA: Clean, active, no disciplinary actions, incidents or accidents. Certificate type: Full, 9 passengers or less....
Easa Aoc & Camo For Lease Or Jv
We are seeking a strategic lessee or joint venture partner for our exclusive client EASA member. Here are some key details: •Location: Europe •Client Description: Our exclusive client, based in Europe, specializes in air distribution and has over 22 years of experience in the industry. They...
Air Service / Aircraft Charter & Outfitter
Aircraft Charter services year round on floats and wheel skis. Operating 2 aircraft, DeHavilland Beaver and Turbo Beaver. Property with 2 large hangars, staff residence, 3600' runway, large dock, full service AMO onsite. Tourist outfitter of 50 years with 5 fly-in outpost camps, custom river trips,...
-Aviation / Jet Part 135 / 10+ Cert / Cargo/Pax
-Aviation | Jet Part 135 | 10+ Certificate | Cargo & Pax | $995k | Rare Find -10+ Part 135 Charter business | Cargo & Passenger -119 team in place and will transition -Founded: 3 years ago, currently active and flying -Cargo & Passenger Approval -Full/Standard FAA approval for 6+ pilots/aircraft....
Turnkey Part 135 Jet Ready | Citation II | $5M
Jet Ready Part 135 9/less Offering. Approved, jet proving runs done, for “jet/turbine aircraft”. Currently has a Citation II and a Citation II on the D085 running 135 charters. Full 119 staffed, DO/DM/CP, Pilots, sales/dispatch. Current DO85: Citation II | Citation II Prior DO85: King Air 200...
Aviation Part 135/ 9/ Less / Heli / Fix / Turnkey
Turnkey Helicopter Part 135 9/less with lower 48 OpSpecs. The seller leases the Bell L-3 and is available to be transferred to new owner. This is a turnkey 135 shell entity purchase and the 119 staff of DM/DO/CP can stay on through transition and beyond. With the purchase of this turnkey 135 operation,...
Part 135 Charter Company Basic Approval
Part 135 Offering. This is based in Fallon, nevada and tied to the Reno, NV FAA FSDO. Approved for BASIC, up to 5 aircraft/5 pilots and 3 aircraft types, with current D085 showing a Cherokee 6/300 aircraft. Also comes with a Part 91 Tour Just bring your or Airplanes and move to your FAA FSDO. Ask:...
Tips for Buying Air Charter and Taxi Businesses
Understand Industry Regulations and Licensing
Before purchasing an air charter and taxi business, it is crucial to thoroughly understand the regulatory landscape. The aviation sector is highly regulated, requiring various federal and state approvals, such as FAA Part 135 certification for charter operators. Due diligence should include a review of all current licenses, operating certificates, and safety records. Ensuring that the business is fully compliant not only protects your investment, but also ensures smoother post-acquisition operations and the ability to expand services in the future.
Evaluate the Fleet and Maintenance History
The value of an air charter business is heavily dependent on the quality, age, and maintenance of its fleet. Obtain detailed records for each aircraft, including logbooks, maintenance schedules, and any history of incidents or major repairs. Engage with a professional mechanic or aviation consultant to inspect the aircraft condition and evaluate the maintenance standards. Additionally, consider the scalability of the fleet—whether you can easily add or upgrade aircraft as the business grows.
Review Customer Base and Revenue Streams
A strong, loyal customer base is a key asset for any air charter and taxi business. Analyze customer contracts, recurring revenue streams, and the seasonality of demand. Check for diversity in the client base to reduce reliance on a handful of clients or a single niche, such as tourism versus business charters. Review the business’s marketing strategies and partnerships with travel agencies, hotels, and corporates. Identifying opportunities for cross-selling and service expansion will help increase long-term profitability after acquisition.