Flexjet unveils new yacht-inspired cabin for jet and helicopters
Flexjet has provided a first look of its new cabin design inspired by Riva motor yachts created in partnership with Ferretti Group.
The design is the result of a partnership formed in May 2024 and has been fitted aboard one of Flexjet’s Gulfstream G650s (pictured below) and two of Flexjet’s Sikorsky S-76 helicopters, one in Florida and the other featuring in a new helicopter operation based in Milan.
Kenn Ricci, chairman of Flexjet said: “I have long admired the iconic style of Riva, and seeing this brought to life in our aircraft, is nothing short of exceptional. At Flexjet, design is more than an aesthetic bonus, it’s integral to the elevated experience we offer. The launch of Riva Volare in collaboration with Ferretti Group is a tangible expression of our shared commitment to evolving truly memorable experiences for UHNW and selective travellers.”
The finished design was revealed on Thursday, June 26 at an official unveiling event at Milano Prime Linate Airport, featuring a static display of the Flexjet Gulfstream G650, Sikorsky S-76 and a Riva motoryacht, the Aquariva Special.
The design scheme features artisanal materials and bold patterns, textures and colours, that draw on the classic silhouettes and recognisable design elements of Riva motoryachts.
Alberto Galassi, Ferretti Group CEO, added: “Riva style is an expression of elegance that infuses every project with class and exclusivity, both at sea and on land, and now at high altitude as well. Riva Volare is another splendid result of our collaboration with Flexjet, a brand with which we share the same passion for constantly raising the quality standards we offer our customers.”
Last month, Flexjet broke ground on its newest private terminal at Scottsdale Airport in Arizona. Due to open in late 2026, the $36m facility will feature a 9,000sqft customer terminal, 9,500sqft of office space and another 34,000sqft in maintenance hangar space.
“Decades ago, I fell in love with this area and have since made it my home for a good portion of each year. It seems I was not the only one – as Scottsdale’s ultra-high net worth population has grown by nearly 90% in just the last ten years,” said Ricci. “Over that same period, private jet travel activity at this airport has grown by more than 50% and Flexjet traffic at this airport has doubled since 2000, making it our top 10 most popular airport. As we build the fractional industry’s largest network of provider-exclusive private terminals, I couldn’t be more excited to truly plant the Flexjet flag in such a meaningful location.”
