Shaan Bhanji joins Fast Air as VP growth and strategy

Shaan Bhanji, Fast Air

Shaan Bhanji, the founder of charter marketplace FlyEasy, has joined Canadian operator Fast Air. He joins as vice president of growth and strategy.

Bhanji, a digital pioneer, launched FlyEasy an Avinode competitor in 2014. He sold it to Directional Aviation’s Tuvoli spin-off in 2020. Before launching FlyEasy he worked at Bombardier managing NetJet’s large order with the manufacturer.

Fast Air has an air charter fleet of 30 jets and turboprops with headquarters at Winnipeg Richardson International Airport. It also has bases at Abbotsford International Airport, and Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport.

The operator is looking to use technology and digital marketing to grow its charter, aircraft management, air ambulance and FBO markets. Fast Air is looking at launching a private shuttle.

“We’re excited to welcome Shaan to the Fast Air team during this dynamic phase of expansion. His extensive background in aviation technology and business strategy aligns perfectly with our commitment to delivering exceptional service to our clients,” said Dylan Fast, president and CEO, Fast Air

Bhanji is looking at new models for the operator. 

Fast added: “With Shaan’s guidance, we are confident in our ability to manage our existing growth and continue to strategically pursue new opportunities.”

 Bhanji has two children with another due in the next few weeks.