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In a unique story of aviation history, Delta Air Lines operates the largest fleet of Boeing 757 jetliners in the world. The aircraft is an older but much-loved model today, but when it first came online in 1984, it was a major improvement in design, performance, comfort, and efficiency. Over four decades later, Delta still flies nearly half the total number delivered and currently has the largest 757 fleet in the world. First Delivery December 22, 1982 Last Delivery November 28, 2005 Number Delivered 1,050 The 757 replaced the obsolete Boeing 727 when it entered service with Delta. Delta was…

While nearly 90% of Americans have flown on a commercial airline, according to a recent report, far fewer have experienced the comfort and convenience of a private jet. Today, thanks to trusted providers like Presidential Aviation, it’s easier than ever to book private jets and enjoy a stress-free travel experience. With our seamless service, clients can choose from a wide range of luxury jet rentals, all tailored to their schedule and preferences. If you’re traveling for business or leisure, we make private air travel simple, safe, and truly personalized. In this handy guide, we’ll show you just how easy it is…

During the upcoming 2025/26 IATA scheduling winter season, which runs from October 26, 2025, to March 28, 2026, KLM has said it will offer an expanded network of 161 destinations across its international network. This total will include 92 European destinations plus a further 69 intercontinental services.  Compared to winter 2024/25, the total number of available seats will increase by 6%. Notably, the airline says that there has been a significant capacity expansion on routes to India (an increase of 28% compared to the same period in 2024) and also said that travel to the Caribbean is becoming more popular,…

For aircraft management customers, Wyvern Wingman-certified Presidential Aviation offers crew training, crew management and scheduling, aircraft maintenance, FAA compliance and maintenance record keeping. Presidential Aviation, based at Fort Lauderdale Executive airport, recently received its renewed Wyvern Wingman certification as a Wingman Certified Operator after an on-site audit. The Wyvern Wingman certification is a designation given to operators who practise advanced safety procedures. The Wingman standard is the highest audit standard in business aviation for safety and risk management. The Wingman audit includes a review of the company’s operational history, safety records, SMS, IEP, technical documentation, administrative records, pilot and aircraft…

The Mexican aviation authority has certified the first new aircraft type in seven decades to be fully developed and manufactured in Mexico.  The two-seater light sports aircraft, called Halcón 2.1, was produced by Horizontec, a private firm set up in 2014 by two entrepreneurs, Giovanni Angelucci and Eduardo Carrasco, in the city of Celaya, Guanajuato, in Central Mexico.  The Halcón 2.1 has been designed primarily with flight training schools in mind. It is made mostly of composites and powered by a Rotax 915is engine.  Shortly after obtaining certification, Mexico’s Minister of the Economy, Marcelo Ebrard, marked this milestone by flying…

Fort Lauderdale, Florida (July 5, 2024) — WYVERN is pleased to congratulate Presidential Aviation, Inc. for earning again its Wingman status as a WYVERN Wingman Certified Operator through the Flight Leader Program with quarterly coaching by WYVERN.  The WYVERN Wingman Standard, the first air charter audit standard in the aviation industry, provides a safety benchmark that allows air charter customers to assess performance expectations against recognized industry best operating practices before purchasing air charter services. “Presidential’s clients expect standards of absolute excellence, and securing once again the WYVERN Wingman designation, provides us with one more tool to demonstrate our unwavering commitment to safety…

Thrice-weekly non-stop flights between Phoenix and Taipei are set to take off, with China Airlines beginning the service from December 3. A recent delegation from the carrier visited Arizona on September 18, celebrating the news with the local mayor. This news, for the city of Phoenix, comes as Starlux also plans its own services to the city. Taiwanese carrier, China Airlines, won’t be new to Phoenix, having already operated several successful charter services to the city, which not only enabled strong inbound tourism, but also let the airline gain experience in both passenger and cargo operations to the state. China…

Renewal of its Wyvern Wingman certification gives the operator one more tool with which to demonstrate its commitment to safety. US Part 135 Presidential Aviation has renewed its Wingman status as a Wyvern Wingman certified operator through the Flight Leader Program with quarterly coaching by Wyvern. “Presidential’s clients expect standards of absolute excellence, and securing once again the Wyvern Wingman designation provides us with one more tool to demonstrate our unwavering commitment to safety and exceptionally luxurious experiences in this very demanding industry. Presidential Aviation’s long partnership with Wyvern has helped us stay at the top, delivering a very safe…

NASA says the futuristic-looking X-59 quiet supersonic research aircraft is closing in on its first flight, with engineers conducting final checks of safety systems as the program moves from ground testing toward the all-important flight-test phase. The milestone will mark the start of a lengthy flight-test regimen for the agency’s Quesst mission, which aims to prove that supersonic aircraft can fly over land without producing the window-rattling sonic booms that have long restricted faster-than-sound travel. The maiden flight could come within weeks, following low-speed taxi runs completed in July at Edwards Air Force Base in California. On July 17, NASA…

Presidential Aviation (PRD, Fort Lauderdale Executive) has added a G650 to its Part 135 certificate. This is the first unit of the type in the company’s charter fleet, as chief operating officer Yoharner Echemendia previously revealed to ch-aviation in an exclusive interview. The 13.8-year-old ultra-long-range jet, N650MV (msn 6026), was previously privately operated and based at São Roque Sao Paulo Catarina. It joins four other Gulfstream Aerospace aircraft on Presidential Aviation’s Part 135 certificate, including a G200, two GIV-SPs, and a G550, following the retirement of a second unit. The company’s charter fleet also comprises a Learjet 60, a Citation…