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Sentient Flight Group Announced As Name For Recently Merged JetDirect Aviation And Sentient Jet
WEYMOUTH, MASS. – September 5, 2007 – The parent company of JetDirect Aviation, LLC, one of the country's largest full-service private jet operations, and Sentient Jet, Inc., the leading provider of private jet membership and one of the country's fastest-growing private jet companies, today announced it will operate as Sentient Flight Group. Created by the April merger of these two industry-leading companies, Sentient Flight Group is one of the nation's premier full-service private aviation groups, offering the most flexible range of product choices for those who fly privately.
"Sentient Flight Group will uphold the unparalleled commitment to both safety and service that the Sentient brand represents. With product lines that offer unmatched flexibility, convenience and value, many consumers have chosen Sentient Flight Group programs, explaining the rapid and sustained growth rates we've been experiencing. The Sentient Jet Membership Program alone has tripled in size in just over the past two years. Sentient Flight Group will maintain this exacting standard," said Steven Hankin, Sentient Flight Group president and chief operating officer.
Gregory Campbell, chairman and chief executive officer, added, "Through our recent merger, we've created a national company with the operational expertise and experience to meet and exceed all the needs of a private flyer through a variety of convenient, safety-focused programs. Sentient Flight Group is the premier one-stop answer for private aviation solutions, carrying the tremendous value and marketplace momentum created by the Sentient brand."
Sentient Flight Group is the foundation for various product offerings including:
- Sentient Jet Membership – The Sentient Jet Membership Program is the largest and most recognized membership brand in the country, with more than 3,000 active Members. As the declining growth of the fractional ownership market underscores fliers' discontent with that model, Sentient Membership delivers superior levels of service and flexibility as the economically attractive alternative without the excessive capital risk. Members enjoy the ability to select the size and category of jet for each trip, fixed hourly rates for one-way and round-trip travel, as well as guaranteed availability in as little as 10 hours, 365 days a year. Funds on deposit are used exclusively for flight hours, and the balance is fully refundable at any time without penalty.
- JetDirect Aircraft Management – The premier aircraft management program, JetDirect provides aircraft owners with significant benefits from the program's scale as well as the ultimate in personalized service. With more than 120 aircraft under management through its affiliated operators, JetDirect manages the largest charter fleet in the US. Through JetDirect's comprehensive purchasing programs, owners receive substantial savings on fuel, insurance, and crew training. As a Sentient Flight Company, JetDirect also has a unique ability to forecast and guarantee long-term charter revenue through the unparalleled demand generated by the company's Members and charter clients. A dedicated services team is available for owners 24/7, and senior managers, assigned specifically to each owner, oversee individual jets and look after owners' best interests.
- JetDirect Charter – JetDirect Charter offers access to a wide variety of world-class jets positioned at key strategic locations around the country. Through the company's combined managed aircraft fleet and network of top-quality operators, JetDirect Charter can deliver the plane clients want, when and where they need it. The company also offers specialized services with an International Travel Desk, road-show expertise and group charter capabilities on commercial aircraft - all delivered by an extensive, 24/7 customer service and dispatch operation with a relentless commitment to deliver flawless execution.
- JetCorp Technical Services – Sentient Flight Group's deep operational expertise and resources are further enhanced by the company's ownership of JetCorp Technical Services, one of the most respected and comprehensive aviation maintenance providers in the country. An FAA Class IV Part 145 repair facility, JetCorp offers a broad range of aircraft maintenance services including major inspections, repairs, modifications, avionics installation and interiors.
Sentient Flight Group's passion for providing the ultimate customer service experience is second only to its dedication to safety. The company's Independent Safety Advisory Board, pioneered by Sentient for its Membership Program, includes former top officials from the Federal Aviation Administration and the National Transportation Safety Board. Industry-leading safety standards and stringent operating practices govern the daily activities across the entire Sentient Flight Group under the Safety Advisory Board's supervision and guidance.
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About Sentient Flight Group
Sentient Flight Group, LLC, is an FAR Part 135 Air Carrier and is a subsidiary of Sentient Jet Holdings, LLC, ("Sentient"). Sentient is a leading national provider of private aviation services for clients across the country and includes Sentient Jet, Inc., which operates the Sentient Jet Membership program, as well as other operating subsidiaries. Investors include CD Ventures, ABS Capital Partners, AIG, Argosy Capital, Brantley Partners and HSBC. More information is available at www.sentientflight.com and www.sentient.com.
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