Charter Jet Company Sues Westchester County, Airport Director Alleging Discrimination

Complaint alleges ‘discriminatory treatment’ cost Private Jet Services Group and New Pacific Airlines a $4.8 million contract.

Caleb Revill

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 06:00 AM ET

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Private Jet Services Group (PJS) has filed a federal lawsuit against Westchester County and its airport director, alleging discrimination.
PJS claims it was denied access for its Boeing 757-200 charter flights at Westchester County Airport, while "nearly identical" flights by Delta Air Lines were permitted.
This alleged denial led to PJS losing a four-year, $4.8 million contract, and the company is seeking compensatory damages and injunctive relief to ensure fair access.

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Elevate Aviation Group subsidiary Private Jet Services Group (PJS) has filed a federal lawsuit against Westchester County in New York and its airport’s executive director over alleged discrimination.

According to a news release emailed to FLYING from PJS, the suit accuses the county and its airport’s executive director, April Gasparri, of denying access to Westchester County Airport (KHPN) for the company’s Boeing 757-200 charter flights.