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JetDirect Turns Attention to T-Props and Light Jets

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Key Takeaways:

  • JetDirect Aviation is expanding into the turboprop and light-jet charter segment, likely in response to customers' downsizing needs during economic shifts.
  • The company acquired California-based Sunset Aviation, which specializes in lighter corporate charter with a mixed fleet of turboprops and light jets.
  • Sunset Aviation will operate as an independent subsidiary under JetDirect's backing, with its founder and president, Dan Drohan, remaining in his leadership role.
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When the economy slips, it sometimes pays off to address customers’ needs to downsize. That could be part of the thinking behind JetDirect Aviation (formerly TAG) moving more aggressively into the turboprop and light-jet charter segment. Last year, JetDirect acquired California-based Sunset Aviation, which focuses on the lighter side of corporate charter. Sunset operates a mixed fleet comprised of Beech King Airs and Eclipse very light jets up through Cessna Citations and Hawkers. With backing from parent company JetDirect, Sunset is now set up to operate as an independent subsidiary, with founder and president Dan Drohan remaining in the company’s left seat.

Mark Phelps

Mark Phelps is a senior editor at AVweb. He is an instrument rated private pilot and former owner of a Grumman American AA1B and a V-tail Bonanza.

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