Honda Aircraft has settled a lawsuit with Jet-It, one its biggest customers. [Courtesy: Honda Aircraft]
Key Takeaways:
Honda Aircraft Co. has settled its breach-of-contract lawsuit against fractional company Jet-It, resulting in the dismissal of the case following a confidential agreement.
The lawsuit was initiated by Honda over alleged contract violations and "disparaging comments," while Jet-It's CEO had publicly cited significant losses due to poor HondaJet reliability and inadequate customer service.
Despite the dispute, Honda Aircraft stated that Jet-It remains an "important customer" and will continue to receive service and support.
Prior to the lawsuit, Jet-It's CEO had announced a pivot away from the HondaJet to the Embraer Phenom 300, citing a "disappointing" experience with Honda Aircraft.
Honda Aircraft Co. has ended its lawsuit against the fractional company Jet-It. The company said in a statement that it has “reached a confidential settlement agreement” with Jet-It that resulted in dismissal of the lawsuit.
Honda Aircraft, also known as HACI, said Jet It “continues to remain an important customer to HACI, and HACI will continue to provide service and support.”
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Jonathan Welsh is Lead Editor of Aviation Consumer and a private pilot who worked as a reporter, editor and columnist with the Wall Street Journal for 21 years, mostly covering the auto industry. His passion for aviation began in childhood with balsa-wood gliders his aunt would buy for him at the corner store. Follow Jonathan on Twitter @JonathanWelsh4
