Part 135 Certificates are Too Expensive, Massive Mystery Bombardier Buyer

In this episode, hosts Jessie Naor and Preston Holland discuss various topics in business aviation, including a surprising $2 million sale of a charter certificate, the challenges faced by the FAA in certifying new aircraft, and the mystery surrounding a large order of Bombardier jets.

They also touch on the recent upgrades to the air traffic control system, social media highlights from the aviation world, and the booming private jet activity in Florida and Texas. The conversation wraps up with insights into aircraft deliveries and ongoing supply chain issues in the industry.


Chapters

00:00 Intro

01:50 Volato's Surprising Charter CertificatePrice

05:32 The Impact of User Fees on FAA Certification

08:17 Mystery Buyer of Bombardier Jets

13:47 Funding for Air Traffic Control Upgrades

18:54 Social Media Highlights and Trends

20:53 Airline Experiences: Southwest vs. Spirit

23:14 Private Jet Activity: American Exceptionalism

26:28 Embraer's Recovery and Market Dynamics


Jessie’s Links:Private Aviation Safety Alliance: www.FlyingPrivate.orgLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessienaorPreston’s Links:Prestige Aircraft Finance: https://prestigefinance.com/Private Jet Insider (Newsletter): https://prestonholland.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/prestonhollandX (Formerly Known as Twitter): https://x.com/prestonholland6?lang=en

Om Podcasten

Join Jessie Naor and Preston Holland on The VIP Seat for the latest insights in private aviation, covering business aviation trends, private jet reviews, and more. We break down the biggest stories of the week in corporate aviation, from jet charter trends and Part 135 shenanigans to aviation safety news that the big players hope you'll miss. Expect hot takes, sharp analysis, and real talk with industry insiders, operators, and disruptors. Whether you’re flying private or an industry insider, buckle up and let's take off.