Fractionalnews.com brings you news and information on fractional, share ownership and timeshares. Aircraft, Jets, Real Estate, Yachts and Vacation Homes. http://www.fractionalnews.com Thu, 04 Dec 2008 16:45:54 +0100 FeedCreator 1.7.2 http://www.fractionalnews.com/images/M_images/joomla_rss.png http://www.fractionalnews.com Fractionalnews.com brings you news and information on fractional, share ownership and timeshares. Aircraft, Jets, Real Estate, Yachts and Vacation Homes. http://www.fractionalnews.com/fractional-news-articles/the-key-to-luxurious-vacations.html (ARA) – You want a luxurious vacation filled with special experiences for your family, but you don’t have hours (or days) to plan it. Selecting a vacation home online isn’t difficult; however, the vacation rental market is fraught with deception, exaggeration, misinformation, lack of assurances and fraud. As a result, finding the right, high-quality home that meets your needs can be a laborious and sometimes impossible process without actually going out and inspecting the properties yourself. Wed, 03 Dec 2008 14:55:05 +0100 http://www.fractionalnews.com/fractional-aircraft-news/netjets-supports-art-basel-miami-beach-for-seventh-consecutive-year.html WOODBRIDGE, N.J. (December 2, 2008) – NetJets Inc. today announced that it will continue its longstanding support of Art Basel Miami Beach, North America’s premier modern and contemporary art show. NetJets has proudly partnered with the international fair since 2002. Art Basel Miami Beach will run from December 4-7, 2008 at the Miami Beach Convention Center and will feature more than 2000 leading artists exhibited by 220 top galleries from across the globe. Mon, 01 Dec 2008 22:00:00 +0100 http://www.fractionalnews.com/fractional-aircraft-news/this-holiday-the-sky-is-the-limit-with-the-flexjet-25-expert-guide-edition-jet-card.html Limited edition Flexjet 25 holiday jet cards come with unprecedented one-on-one access to the country’s top expertsDALLAS, Oct. 8, 2008 (www.flexjet25.com/expertguide)—This (http://www.flexjet25.com/expertguide)—This) holiday, those looking to give the gift of a lifetime need look no further than the Flexjet 25 Expert Guide Edition* jet card. Each limited edition card from Bombardier Flexjet—the fractional jet ownership program of Bombardier Aerospace, and Jet Solutions LLC, the air carrier operating the Flexjet 25 program under FAA Part 135—pairs the ultimate experience in private jet travel with an unparalleled opportunity for recipients to explore their passions through exclusive access to world-renowned experts for private, one-on-one experiences. From an inside look into the art world with Barbara Guggenheim, to learning Texas Hold ‘Em from World Poker Tour bracelet winner Antonio Esfandiari, it’s a gift that is sure to soar above the rest. Fri, 28 Nov 2008 21:49:15 +0100 http://www.fractionalnews.com/fractional-aircraft-news/marquis-jet-launches-new-website.html Innovative, Interactive and User-Friendly Website Immediately Establishes Itself as an Industry Resource to Educate Consumers on Flying PrivatelyNew York, NY — October 29, 2008 — Marquis JetSM, the leader in private jet cards, today announced that it has launched its redeveloped and redesigned website at www.marquisjet.com (http://www.marquisjet.com/). The fresh, new site features enhanced content, dynamic functionality and a refined new look, making it the most innovative and informative jet card site on the web. Designed by MGX Lab, the Company’s website contains many new interactive features and visually rich content, including all-new photography, contextual video clips and Card Owner testimonials, fully immersing visitors in the world of private aviation and the Marquis Jet Card ownership experience. Fri, 28 Nov 2008 21:28:51 +0100 http://www.fractionalnews.com/fractional-aircraft-news/avantair-provides-the-best-value-in-the-fractional-industry-with-a-new-15-hour-charter-card.html Avantair Continues to Provide the Best Value in the Fractional Industry With a New 15-Hour Charter Card for $72,750CLEARWATER, Fla., Nov. 24, 2008 -- Avantair, Inc. (OTCBB:AAIR) (OTCBB:AAIRU) (OTCBB:AAIRW) ( the Company ), the only publicly traded stand-alone fractional operator and the sole North American provider of fractional shares in the Piaggio Avanti P.180 aircraft, announced today that it is offering a new 15-hour Edge Card at the best value in the industry -- $72,750. Sun, 23 Nov 2008 22:00:00 +0100 http://www.fractionalnews.com/fractional-aircraft-news/trump-organization-partners-with-sentient-as-official-private-jet-partner.html Sentient and The Trump Organization to Create Unmatched Luxury Travel ExperiencesNEW YORK - November 20, 2008 - The Trump Organization, the global leader in real estate development, property management and luxury hospitality, announced an official partnership with Sentient Flight Group, the nation's leading private aviation company. Wed, 19 Nov 2008 22:00:00 +0100 http://www.fractionalnews.com/fractional-aircraft-news/flight-options-names-new-sales-director-for-the-manhattan-region.html CLEVELAND, Ohio October 14, 2008 - Flight Options, a leading provider of safe, reliable and luxurious private air travel services, announced today that Robert Osvold has been named regional sales director for the Manhattan region. Mon, 13 Oct 2008 22:00:00 +0100 http://www.fractionalnews.com/fractional-aircraft-news/flexjet-partners-with-climate-care-to-launch-carbon-offset-program.html Program enables Flexjet owners to offset environmental impact of their flights Flexjet will pay to offset all non-owner flightsDALLAS, Oct. 6, 2008—Flexjet, the fractional business jet ownership program of Bombardier, today announced a new program providing Flexjet owners the opportunity to offset carbon emissions each time they fly. Climate Care, a world-leading carbon offset provider and a division of JPMorgan’s environmental markets group, has been selected as Flexjet’s partner in this environmental initiative. Mon, 06 Oct 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fractionalnews.com/fractional-aircraft-news/flight-options-names-chief-financial-officer.html CLEVELAND, Ohio September 30, 2008 - Flight Options, a leading provider of safe, reliable and luxurious private air travel services, announced today that Julie Boland has been named Chief Financial Officer. Mon, 29 Sep 2008 22:00:00 +0100 http://www.fractionalnews.com/fractional-aircraft-news/netjets-and-the-netjets-pilots-union-build-on-success-of-2007-collective-bargaining-agreement.html NetJets Aviation and NetJets International to be recognized as single transportation systemWOODBRIDGE, NJ (September 19, 2008) – NetJets has notified the NetJets Association of Shared Aircraft Pilots (NJASAP) of its decision to voluntarily recognize NetJets Aviation (NJA) and NetJets International (NJI) as a single transportation system for purposes of collective bargaining under the Railway Labor Act. Accordingly, the Company will begin to integrate all NJA, NJI and NetJets Large Aircraft pilots into a consolidated system-wide seniority list in accordance with a 2007 letter of agreement between the Company and NJASAP. NJA and NJI will continue to operate as separate companies, and terms of the NJA/NJLA pilot collective bargaining agreement will become effective at NJI on or before Nov. 21, 2010. Thu, 25 Sep 2008 11:05:41 +0100 http://www.fractionalnews.com/fractional-aircraft-news/flight-options-names-new-vice-president-of-human-resources.html CLEVELAND, Ohio September 3, 2008 - Flight Options, a leading provider of safe, reliable and luxurious private air travel services, announced today that Robert Sullivan has been named vice president of Human Resources. Thu, 25 Sep 2008 11:03:18 +0100 http://www.fractionalnews.com/fractional-aircraft-news/flight-options-partners-with-sanctuary-on-camelback-mountain.html CLEVELAND, OH September 12, 2008 - Scottsdale, AZ and Cleveland, OH Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain, Scottsdale, Arizona's nationally-lauded boutique resort and spa, is pleased to announce a partnership with Flight Options, one of the country's leading private jet aviation companies. Now, guests of the Mountainside Estates at Sanctuary a collection of private mountain homes enjoy unique access to Flight Options' fleet of 120 aircraft, with no minimum leasing terms or program fees. Flight Options' clients also enjoy preferred access to Sanctuary, including special rates, concierge services, complimentary experiences and Sanctuary's stylish Spa Casitas surrounding the resort's infinity-edge pool as well as Sanctuary Spa. Ultimately, the symbiotic partnership will offer travelers an elevated experience from start to finish. Thu, 25 Sep 2008 11:01:10 +0100 http://www.fractionalnews.com/fractional-aircraft-news/delta-airelite-becomes-first-charter-operator-of-the-falcon-7x-aircraft-in-the-united-states.html Luxury aircraft added to meet continued customer demandCINCINNATI, Sept. 9, 2008 - Delta AirElite Business Jets is proud to become the first charter operator of a 2008 Dassault Falcon 7X in the United States. The aircraft, based in the Rocky Mountain region, was added to the AirElite fleet this month and will fly faster, farther and higher than any Falcon business jet ever built. Mon, 08 Sep 2008 23:00:00 +0100 http://www.fractionalnews.com/fractional-aircraft-news/flight-options-names-new-sales-director-for-the-southeast-region.html CLEVELAND, Ohio August 21, 2008 Flight Options, a leading provider of safe, reliable and luxurious private air travel services, announced today that Eli Flint has been named regional sales director for the Southeast region of the United States. Thu, 21 Aug 2008 13:25:06 +0100 http://www.fractionalnews.com/fractional-aircraft-news/flight-options-names-new-vice-president-of-sales-and-marketing.html CLEVELAND, Ohio August 19, 2008 Flight Options, a leading provider of safe, reliable and luxurious private air travel services, announced today that Jay Heublein has been named vice president of sales and marketing. Mon, 18 Aug 2008 23:00:00 +0100 http://www.fractionalnews.com/fractional-aircraft-news/avantair-elite-services-opens-new-fbo-in-caldwell-new-jersey.html CLEARWATER, Fla., Aug. 14, 2008 -- Avantair, Inc. (OTCBB:AAIR) (OTCBB:AAIRU) (OTCBB:AAIRW) ( the Company ), the only publicly traded stand-alone fractional operator and the sole North American provider of fractional shares in the Piaggio Avanti P.180 aircraft, today announced that effective August 1, 2008, it entered into a Lease Agreement and Operating Agreement for Fueling Service(s) with the Essex County Improvement Authority. The agreements provide the Company with a fixed base operation ( FBO ) at Essex County Airport (KCDW), located in Caldwell, New Jersey. Wed, 13 Aug 2008 23:00:00 +0100 http://www.fractionalnews.com/fractional-aircraft-news/dps-sporting-club-development-llc-selects-marquis-jet-for-strategic-alliance.html NEW YORK CITY- NY, (August 14, 2008) - DPS Sporting Club Development, LLC, luxury developers of world-renowned residential sporting communities in historic locations, has strategically aligned with Marquis Jet, the leader in private jet cards, providing Card Owners with access to NetJets®, the gold standard in private aviation, 25 hours at a time. Wed, 13 Aug 2008 23:00:00 +0100 http://www.fractionalnews.com/fractional-aircraft-news/sentient-jet-holdings-to-sell-to-macquarie-partners.html Jet Membership, Charter and Fuel Management Business Units IncludedAgreement Will Separate Sentient Jet Holdings Into Two Standalone CompaniesFormer Sentient CEO, Steven Hankin, To Lead New, Macquarie-Owned Company, which will retain the Sentient brand nameWEYMOUTH, MASS, August 13, 2008 - Sentient Jet Holdings announced today it is separating into two standalone companies. The aircraft management and charter operations, technical services and FBO business units will form one company and the jet membership, retail charter brokerage and fuel management business units will form the second company. As part of the split, Macquarie Global Opportunities Partners (MGOP) has entered into an agreement to acquire the jet membership, retail charter brokerage and fuel management businesses, which will retain the Sentient brand name. The transaction is expected to close in late August. Terms were not disclosed. Tue, 12 Aug 2008 23:00:00 +0100 http://www.fractionalnews.com/fractional-aircraft-news/change-is-in-the-air-flight-options-and-pilots-union-announce-joint-cooperation.html CLEVELAND, Ohio August 11, 2008 Flight Options, a leading provider of safe, reliable and luxurious private air travel services, and the International Brotherhood of Teamsters Local 1108 announced today an unprecedented expression of mutual cooperation. Both labor and management have pledged to put their past differences aside and instead dedicate their efforts to achieving common goals. Sun, 10 Aug 2008 23:00:00 +0100 http://www.fractionalnews.com/fractional-aircraft-news/flight-options-names-new-chairman-and-chief-executive-officer.html CLEVELAND, Ohio July 21, 2008 - Flight Options, a leading and highly innovative private jet company, today named Kenn Ricci as chairman and Mike Silvestro as chief executive officer of the business. Sun, 20 Jul 2008 23:00:00 +0100 http://www.fractionalnews.com/fractional-aircraft-news/avantair-reports-a-significant-increase-in-fractional-shares-sold-during-the-fiscal-fourth-quarter.html Company Reiterates Guidance for ProfitabilityCLEARWATER, Fla. – July 15, 2008 – Avantair, Inc. (OTCBB:AAIR) (OTCBB:AAIRU) (OTCBB:AAIRW) (“the Company”), the only publicly traded stand-alone fractional operator and the sole North American provider of fractional shares in the Piaggio Avanti P.180 aircraft, today announced preliminary fractional share sales results for its fiscal fourth quarter ended June 30, 2008. Mon, 14 Jul 2008 23:00:00 +0100 http://www.fractionalnews.com/fractional-aircraft-news/fleet-expansion-continues-at-delta-airelite.html New Cessna CJ2+ Latest Aircraft Added to Charter FleetCINCINNATI, July 7, 2008 - Delta AirElite Business Jets continues to expand its fleet in response to strong customer demand. A 2007 model Cessna Citation CJ2+ based in Atlanta, Ga. has been added and will be flown under Delta AirElite’s FAR Part 135 operating certificate. Sun, 06 Jul 2008 23:00:00 +0100 http://www.fractionalnews.com/fractional-aircraft-news/avantair-announces-sales-of-18-embraer-phenom-100-aircraft-to-executive-airshare-corporation.html Company Further Strengthens Balance Sheet With $3.2 Million Sale And Focuses Core Operations on the Light Jet CategoryClearwater, Florida (July 1, 2008) – Avantair Inc. (OTCBB: AAIR, AAIRU, AAIRW) (“Avantair”), the only publicly traded stand-alone fractional operator and the sole provider of fractional shares in the Avanti P.180 aircraft, today announced that it has entered into a purchase agreement with Executive AirShare Corporation (“Executive AirShare”), pursuant to which Executive AirShare will purchase 18 of Avantair’s 20 Embraer Phenom 100 aircraft for cash proceeds of approximately $3.2 million. Mon, 30 Jun 2008 23:00:00 +0100 http://www.fractionalnews.com/fractional-aircraft-news/bombardier-flexjet-named-best-of-the-best-in-flight-services-by-robb-report.html Bombardier Flexjet recognized for providing “perhaps the best, most consistent service in the business” and as the fastest-growing fractional business jet operatorDALLAS, June 30, 2008 — Bombardier Flexjet, the fractional business jet ownership program of Bombardier Aerospace, has earned the “Best of the Best” distinction among private aviation providers by Robb Report in its 20th annual “Best of the Best” issue published in June 2008. Bombardier Flexjet was recognized for providing “perhaps the best, most consistent service in the business,” as reported by many aviation consultants assisting Robb Report in compiling its list. In addition, Bombardier Flexjet was recognized as the fastest-growing fractional business jet operator. Sun, 29 Jun 2008 23:00:00 +0100 http://www.fractionalnews.com/fractional-aircraft-news/citationshares-selected-for-robb-report-best-of-the-best-issue-in-flight-services-category.html GREENWICH, CT., June 20, 2008 – CitationShares, one of the nation's largest business jet fractional ownership companies, was named by the Robb Report as one of the Best of the Best in the Flight Services category in the magazine's current issue. Thu, 19 Jun 2008 23:00:00 +0100 http://www.fractionalnews.com/fractional-aircraft-news/netjets-signs-1.9-billion-deal-with-gulfstream.html Company to Add Additional G450s and G550s to Its Fleet Woodbridge, NJ, June 20, 2008 – NetJets, the worldwide leader in private aviation, announced today that it will significantly expand its fleet of large-cabin Gulfstream G450s and Gulfstream G550s. In a new agreement signed with Gulfstream valued at $1.9 billion, NetJets will acquire a total of 40 new Gulfstream aircraft - four Gulfstream G450s and four Gulfstream G550s to be delivered each year from 2012 through 2016. This deal also includes a long-term maintenance support agreement. Thu, 19 Jun 2008 23:00:00 +0100 http://www.fractionalnews.com/fractional-real-estate-news/ritz-carlton-club-launches-give-back-getaways.html New Volunteer Program for Club Members ORLANDO, Fla. – June 18, 2008 – The industry’s leading fractional ownership brand – The Ritz-Carlton Club – now provides Members with the opportunity to volunteer their time and contribute to the local community in which they vacation. “Give Back Getaways” is a new initiative created by The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, LLC through its social and environmental responsibility program, Community Footprints. Working side-by-side with family, friends and the Ladies and Gentlemen of The Ritz-Carlton Club, Members will receive rich and inspiring experiences while making a positive impact in the lives of others. Tue, 17 Jun 2008 23:00:00 +0100 http://www.fractionalnews.com/fractional-real-estate-news/ritz-carlton-club-moves-into-vails-lionhead-village.html Brand’s Third Fractional Ownership Property in ColoradoVAIL, Colo. – June 16, 2008 – The Ritz-Carlton Club – the industry’s leading private residence club – introduces its 10th Club to one of the country’s most sought-after ski destinations, Vail, Colo. The Ritz-Carlton Club, Vail will be developed at the base of Vail Mountain in LionsHead Village and neighboring the banks of Gore Creek, offering a proposed 45 fractional Club residences featuring Vail’s traditional Bavarian-style architecture hailing from ski resorts in Europe Sun, 15 Jun 2008 23:00:00 +0100 http://www.fractionalnews.com/fractional-aircraft-news/jockeys-continue-charitable-donations-at-netjets-sponsors-final-triple-crown.html Thoroughbred Charities Benefit From Innovative PromotionWOODBRIDGE, N.J. (June 6, 2008) – Following successful Kentucky Derby Day and Preakness promotions facilitated by NetJets Inc., Jockeys John Velazquez and Edgar Prado today presented four Thoroughbred industry charities with donations on behalf of The Jockeys’ Guild. This marks the completion of an innovative Triple Crown collaboration facilitated by NetJets Inc. In all three Triple Crown Races the NetJets logo was worn by the riders as part of this promotion. Fri, 06 Jun 2008 12:31:18 +0100 http://www.fractionalnews.com/fractional-aircraft-news/netjets-announces-partnership-with-the-new-york-racing-association.html June 6, 2008 - NetJets, the world’s leading private aviation company, has reached an agreement with the New York Racing Association for an extensive, multi-tiered presence at Saratoga Race Course for the 2008 racing season. The deal includes under-the-rail signage, race sponsorship, and hospitality, and was reached in conjunction with ABC Regional Sports Sales. Fri, 06 Jun 2008 12:27:54 +0100 http://www.fractionalnews.com/fractional-aircraft-news/flexjet-and-jet-solutions-announce-learjet-40-and-challenger-300-additions.html The expanded offering provides jet card owners access to a broader choice of state-of-the-art Bombardier aircraft.DALLAS, June 5, 2008 — Bombardier Flexjet, the fractional business jet ownership program of Bombardier Aerospace, and Jet Solutions LLC, the organization operating Flexjet 25 flights under FAR Part 135, have announced the addition of the Learjet 40 and Challenger 300 business jets to the Flexjet 25 jet card fleet. The addition of the two popular aircraft to the Flexjet 25 fleet provides travel-by-the hour jet card owners access to Flexjet’s full fractional fleet of legendary Bombardier business-aircraft—the Learjet 40, Learjet 45, Learjet 60, Challenger 300 and Challenger 604 aircraft. Wed, 04 Jun 2008 23:00:00 +0100 http://www.fractionalnews.com/fractional-aircraft-news/marquis-jet-card-names-best-jet-card-program-for-fifth-straight-year.html June 04, 2008 – New York, NY – Marquis JetSM , the leader in private jet cards, was recognized for the fifth consecutive year as the Best Jet Card Program: Fractional by Robb Report in its 20th annual June “Best of the Best” issue. The Marquis Jet Card program was awarded the top honor based on the quality and ease of Marquis Jet Card ownership resulting from Marquis Jet’s exclusive access with NetJets® and the highly attractive value-added benefits available to Marquis Jet Card Owners. Tue, 03 Jun 2008 23:00:00 +0100 http://www.fractionalnews.com/fractional-aircraft-news/avantair-maintains-the-youngest-fleet-and-lowest-fuel-surcharges-in-the-fractional-industry.html CLEARWATER, Fla., May 29, 2008 -- Avantair Inc. (OTCBB:AAIR) (OTCBB:AAIRU) (OTCBB:AAIRW) ( Avantair ), the only publicly traded stand-alone fractional operator and the exclusive provider of fractional shares in the Piaggio Avanti P.180 aircraft, announced today that it maintains the youngest fleet in the fractional aircraft industry along with the lowest fuel surcharge. Wed, 28 May 2008 23:00:00 +0100 http://www.fractionalnews.com/fractional-real-estate-news/ultimate-resort-and-private-escapes-officially-launch-new-brand.html ULTIMATE ESCAPESSM— Integrated Offering Creates Industry’s Leading Family of Destination Clubs —ORLANDO, FL AND FORT COLLINS, CO — May 27, 2008 — Ultimate Resort® and Private Escapes® officially launched the new brand, Ultimate EscapesSM — with an integrated luxury travel offering designed to provide consumers more value, choices, destinations and properties. The launch announcement will be made by co-CEO’s Jim Tousignant and Richard Keith at the 2nd Annual Destination Club Private Residence Industry Symposium this week in Miami. The fusion of these leading brands creates the industry’s fastest growing and most diverse family of destination clubs, combined portfolio of 140 exclusive club properties in 50 global destinations. Mon, 26 May 2008 23:00:00 +0100 http://www.fractionalnews.com/fractional-aircraft-news/kentucky-derby-sponsorship-raises-500000-for-disabled-riders.html NetJets® Sponsorship of Jockeys to Continue in Preakness StakesWOODBRIDGE, N.J. (May 15, 2008) – A Kentucky Derby Day promotion facilitated by NetJets Inc., the Jockeys’ Guild, Churchill Downs and the Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders Association (“TOBA”) has raised $500,000 to benefit the NTRA Charities - Permanently Disabled Jockeys Fund. Jockey John Velazquez will present the gift to representatives of the fund on Friday morning at Pimlico Race Course. Wed, 14 May 2008 23:00:00 +0100 http://www.fractionalnews.com/fractional-aircraft-news/flight-options-receives-fourth-consecutive-argus-platinum-safety-rating.html CLEVELAND, Ohio May 13, 2008 Flight Options, the world's most innovative private jet company, has been rated Platinum by the Aviation Research Group/US (ARG/US) for the fourth consecutive time. Flight Options is the only large-scale fractional operator to hold the coveted safety rating consecutively since 2002. Mon, 12 May 2008 23:00:00 +0100 http://www.fractionalnews.com/fractional-aircraft-news/bombardier-announces-a-strategic-marketing-agreement-with-ultimate-resort-destination-club.html DALLAS, Texas, May 8, 2008 – Bombardier Flexjet, the fractional business jet ownership program of Bombardier Aerospace, and Bombardier Skyjet, the pioneer service for online booking of privately chartered business jets and provider of the Skyjet Card, today announced a strategic marketing agreement in which Ultimate Resort® has been named the “Official Destination Club” of Bombardier, and Bombardier has been named the “Official Private Jet Partner” of Ultimate Resort. Wed, 07 May 2008 23:00:00 +0100 http://www.fractionalnews.com/fractional-aircraft-news/private-jets-emerge-as-tool-for-top-golfers.html Flight Options Sponsors LPGA Star Laura DiazCLEVELAND May 6, 2008 Flight Options, the world's most innovative private jet company, announced that the company is the exclusive private jet sponsor of Laura Diaz, a leading player on the LPGA. In addition, Ms. Diaz has joined Flight Options as a member of the JetPASS Membership Program. Mon, 05 May 2008 23:00:00 +0100 http://www.fractionalnews.com/fractional-aircraft-news/flexjet-challenges-status-quo-with-new-ad-campaign.html Campaing Recognizes Private Jets as Tools, Not Toys• Armed with new research and a new advertising agency, Flexjet hones its communications strategy to demystify fractional jet ownership for today’s “discerning affluents”DALLAS, May 1, 2008 — Challenging the stereotypical perceptions of private jet ownership as a frivolous extravagance of the wealthy, Flexjet, the fractional business jet ownership program of Bombardier Aerospace, is veering from the standard course of industry marketing and launching a new multi-million dollar advertising campaign identifying private jets as tools that enhance productivity and quality of life, not just glamorous toys for the wealthy. Wed, 30 Apr 2008 23:00:00 +0100 http://www.fractionalnews.com/fractional-aircraft-news/delta-airelite-adds-gulfstream-g550-to-charter-fleet.html Fleet Expansion Driven by Continued Growth in Customer DemandCINCINNATI, April 29, 2008 - Delta AirElite Business Jets has added another Gulfstream G550 to its operating certificate. The new factory-delivered aircraft joins the Delta AirElite fleet through an aircraft management agreement and is based in Southern California. Mon, 28 Apr 2008 23:00:00 +0100 http://www.fractionalnews.com/fractional-aircraft-news/avantair-gives-the-gift-of-green.html Fractional-Ownership Provider to Honor Earth Day by Offsetting Carbon Emissions for Its CustomersCLEARWATER, Fla., April 21, 2008 -- Avantair Inc. (OTCBB:AAIR), (OTCBB:AAIRU), (OTCBB:AAIRW) ( Avantair ), the only publicly traded stand-alone fractional operator and the exclusive provider of fractional shares in the Piaggio Avanti P.180 aircraft, announced today that in celebration of Earth Day, it is offsetting 5 flight hours of carbon emissions for all new fractional share owners with TerraPass, the leading consumer retailer and marketer of greenhouse gas reduction offsets. TerraPass funds clean energy and efficiency projects that will reduce greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. Mon, 21 Apr 2008 14:00:04 +0100 http://www.fractionalnews.com/fractional-real-estate-news/abercrombie-and-kent-to-launch-groundbreaking-destination-club.html The legendary travel company promises to redefine the market using an innovative equity club model and a collection of unique membership benefitsOAK BROOK, IL – April 18, 2008 – Abercrombie Kent, the acclaimed travel services company, has been a pioneer in the world of luxury travel services for the last 46 years. Starting this summer it will launch the Abercrombie Kent Residence Club, a destination club that promises to transform the marketplace by combining the company's unparalleled experience and global reach, its insider access and its superlative travel services, with a unique equity club model. Thu, 17 Apr 2008 23:00:00 +0100 http://www.fractionalnews.com/fractional-real-estate-news/exclusive-resorts-enhances-member-benefits-collection.html Club membership provides access to expanded suite of luxury servicesDenver, April 17, 2008 – Exclusive Resorts, the world’s leading luxury destination club, today announced that it is further enhancing the value of club membership by adding five new premium offerings to its existing collection of member benefits. In addition to the member benefits already available through the club’s partnerships with American Express Travel, Avis Rent A Car, Mayo Clinic Preferred Response and Marquis Jet, the club’s 3,000+ members will now enjoy premium benefits and access from the following additional partners. Wed, 16 Apr 2008 23:00:00 +0100 http://www.fractionalnews.com/fractional-aircraft-news/netjets-unanimously-voted-full-member-of-case.html Becomes first 135 carrier admitted to the standards organizationColumbus, OH (April 14, 2008) - NetJets® Aviation (NJA) became the first 135 operator, fractional or otherwise, to gain sustaining (full) membership in the Coordinating Agency for Supplier Evaluation (C.A.S.E.) Organization. C.A.S.E. is a non-profit organization established by certificated air carriers for the purpose of sharing non-prejudicial supplier data and information. NetJets Aviation’s admission received a unanimous vote and took place at the Spring 2008 C.A.S.E. Conference. Until this achievement by NetJets, the C.A.S.E. organization’s membership was comprised of only commercial carriers and repair stations. Mon, 14 Apr 2008 14:44:25 +0100 http://www.fractionalnews.com/fractional-aircraft-news/avantair-appoints-richard-pytak-chief-financial-officer.html CLEARWATER, Fla., Apr 14, 2008 - Avantair, Inc. (OTCBB:AAIR) (OTCBB:AAIRU) (OTCBB:AAIRW) ( Avantair ), the only publicly traded stand-alone fractional aircraft operator, announced today that it has promoted Richard Pytak to the position of Chief Financial Officer, effective April 11, 2008. John Waters, Avantair's former Chief Financial Officer, has departed the Company, and resigned his position as a director of the Company, effective April 11, 2008. Sun, 13 Apr 2008 23:00:00 +0100 http://www.fractionalnews.com/fractional-aircraft-news/avantair-reports-a-double-digit-percentage-increase.html Increase in Fractional Shares Sold During the Fiscal Third QuarterCLEARWATER, Fla., April 11, 2008 - In a release issued by Avantair, Inc. (OTCBB:AAIR) (OTCBB:AAIRU) (OTCBB:AAIRW) on April 9, 2008, under the same headline, note that additional information has been added for clarity. The corrected release follows Thu, 10 Apr 2008 23:00:00 +0100 http://www.fractionalnews.com/fractional-aircraft-news/flight-options-and-starlink-aviation-form-flight-options-canada.html CLEVELAND and MONTREAL April 7, 2008 - Flight Options, the world's most innovative private jet company, and Starlink Aviation, a leading provider of private travel services in Canada, today announced an international commercial partnership that will provide expanded private jet travel programs throughout North America. Sun, 06 Apr 2008 23:00:00 +0100 http://www.fractionalnews.com/fractional-real-estate-news/wyndham-vacation-ownership-expands-presence-in-las-vegas.html CONSTRUCTION OF ITS FIFTH RESORT, THE WYNDHAM DESERT BLUEORLANDO, Fla. 04-07-2008 —Wyndham Vacation Ownership, the world’s largest vacation ownership company and a member of the Wyndham Worldwide family of companies (NYSE: WYN), is expanding its presence in Las Vegas with the construction of the Wyndham Desert Blue, the company’s fifth resort in this highly popular vacation destination. Sun, 06 Apr 2008 23:00:00 +0100 http://www.fractionalnews.com/fractional-aircraft-news/delta-airelite-business-jets-announces-agreement-with-cavendish-white.html Partnership Pairs Premier Private Jet Travel Company and Leading Luxury Yacht ProviderCINCINNATI, April, 3, 2008 - Delta AirElite Business Jets and Cavendish White recently signed an exclusive agreement, creating a unique opportunity for customers interested in both private jet travel and yacht charter or purchase. Thu, 03 Apr 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fractionalnews.com/fractional-aircraft-news/flight-options-names-new-vice-presidents.html CLEVELAND, Ohio March 20, 2008 - Flight Options, the world's most innovative private jet company, recently named three new vice presidents to its leadership team. Tony Ferrante joins the company as Vice President, Sales-East, Rusty Hood comes onboard as Vice President and General Counsel, and Ralph Knull is Vice President, Human Resources and Labor Relations. 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