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FAA Revokes Ops Certificate for Paradigm Air

Paradigm Air Operators used Boeing 737 and 757 aircraft similar to this one in those operations it is alleged to have flown illegally. Andy Bay/Pixabay
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Key Takeaways:

  • The FAA revoked Paradigm Air Operators' operating certificate due to allegations of conducting illegal common carriage charter flights.
  • The company is accused of using pilots unqualified for Part 135 operations and lacking appropriate management and safety personnel.
  • Paradigm conducted at least 34 unauthorized flights for professional sports teams between 2013 and 2018, often disguising compensated trips as "demo flights."
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The FAA has taken emergency action against Paradigm Air Operators, of Dallas, Texas, revoking the company’s operating certificate. The agency alleges that Paradigm conducted illegal charter flights using pilots who were not qualified for Part 135 operations, and lacking appropriate management and safety personnel.

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