FlyHouse to acquire Sun Air Jets

FlyHouse has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire southern California-based aircraft management and charter operator Sun Air Jets. 

Framed as a “strategic expansion” of FlyHouse’s MRO, management and operational capability, the deal positions the company for international expansion by standardising procedures, it said.

Upon closing, Sun Air Jets’ operations and 100-plus staff will be integrated into the FlyHouse network.

“Our agreement to acquire Sun Air Jets represents a defining move in FlyHouse’s growth,” said Jack E. Lambert Jr., CEO of FlyHouse. “Owning a 145 repair station, an expanded fleet and premier facilities at Van Nuys and Camarillo fundamentally changes our capabilities. We’ve built FlyHouse to be the first ecosystem brand in private aviation — one that owns its infrastructure, integrates technology at every level and delivers a service experience that’s seamless end-to-end.”

Looking at the potential benefits of the transactions more closely, the addition of multiple super-mid and large-cabin aircraft will expand FlyHouse’s owned and managed fleet — adding to the 2,000-plus aircraft accessible through its charter network.

FlyHouse will also assume hangar, ramp and support facilities at Van Nuys and Camarillo Airports, including an FBO at Camarillo.

The addition of Sun Air Jets’ certified maintenance and repair station provides FlyHouse with in-house MRO capabilities. The certification also opens a new business line for third-party maintenance services.

FlyHouse will also integrate Sun Air Jets’ Argus Platinum, IS-BAO and Wyvern Wingman certifications.

Last summer, FlyHouse acquired private jet charter booking platform JetASAP. By utilising advanced technology, FlyHouse said it plans to enhance “the overall customer journey” and “simplify” the booking process.