What Jet Access does

Jet Access is a vertically integrated, full-service aviation management company headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, offering private jet charter, aircraft management, Part 145 maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO), fixed-base operator (FBO) services, aircraft sales and brokerage, joint aircraft ownership (Wing Share), and professional flight training. The company was formed through the November 2021 merger of Eagle Creek Aviation with Jet Access and today operates from eight FBO locations and four MRO facilities across Indiana, Florida, Tennessee, Ohio, Illinois, and Texas, with a national presence anchored in the Midwest and Southeast. Jet Access holds rare safety credentials including IS-BAO Progressive Stage 3 registration, ARGUS Platinum Elite rating, FAA SMSVP Active Conformant status, and Wyvern Registered Operator designation, placing it among an estimated 0.112% of U.S. Part 135 operators holding both IS-BAO Stage 3 and ARGUS Platinum Elite simultaneously.

The underlying technology and operational footprint includes a Safety Management System (SMS) integrated with a Flight Risk Assessment Tool (FRAT), Garmin G1000 NXi and G5000 avionics capabilities, Cirrus-specific maintenance including CAPS, in-flight Wi-Fi and connectivity solutions, and authorized service center relationships with Cirrus, Embraer (Phenom), Pilatus, Twin Commander, and Cessna Citation. The company manages more than 40 aircraft for external owners, operates access to a network of over 4,000 Part 135 aircraft, employs 100 pilots and 75 aircraft technicians, and supports a charter fleet that includes an 8-passenger Citation X added in November 2023. Jet Access Flight Training operates FAA Part 141 and Part 61 programs with accelerated commercial pilot and CFI tracks, university affiliations with Purdue University Global, Vincennes University, and Quincy University, and student financing through Edly (income-based, up to $130,000) and Stratus Financial.

The business model is multi-stream and predominantly transaction- and service-based: private jet charter (transaction/per-flight), aircraft management (managed-services fees plus charter revenue share on managed aircraft), Part 145 MRO (labor and parts markup, 15% handling fee on client-supplied parts), FBO operations (fuel sales, hangar rental, ground services), aircraft brokerage (transaction/take-rate), and flight training (tuition with financing partners). Go-to-market combines direct enterprise field sales to HNWI and corporate clients, inside sales via phone and email, a Broker Alliance channel platform (launched September 2025) enabling independent brokers to access Jet Access infrastructure while retaining 70%–90% of commissions, and direct-to-consumer flight training enrollment across multiple locations. The company is privately held with no disclosed institutional investors; leadership includes CEO Quinn Ricker, CFO and EVP of Aircraft Management Dave Richter, EVP of Sales David Deitch (joined January 2026), EVP of Broker Alliance Darryn Mackenzie, VP of Safety Maria Kelly, EVP of HR Jennifer Ward, and founder of predecessor entity Eagle Creek Aviation Matt Hagans on the Board.

Name

Jet Access

Legal name

Jet Access

Website

https://flyjetaccess.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2005

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Jet Access is a vertically integrated, full-service aviation management company offering private jet charter, aircraft management, Part 145 MRO, FBO operations, aircraft brokerage, and flight training to corporations, high-net-worth individuals, independent brokers, and aspiring pilots across multiple U.S. locations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private Aviation Services

NAICS

Nonscheduled Chartered Passenger Air Transportation (481211), Airport Operations (48811), Other Support Activities for Air Transportation (48819), Flight Training (611512)

SIC

Air Transportation, Nonscheduled (4522), Airports, Flying Fields & Airport Terminal Services (4581)

akta.pro primary industry

Aircraft Management & Part 135/135-equivalent Operators (THABAFAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Business Jet Charter (On-Demand) (THABAFAA), Private Aviation Terminals & FBO Services (THABAFAH), Private Aviation Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul (MRO) (THABAFAI), Private Aviation Ground Support & Trip Services (Dispatch, Permits, Handling) (THABAFAK), Private Jet Charter (Midsize/Super-Midsize/Heavy Jet) (TLAFABAB)

Keywords

• Private jet charter
• Aircraft management
• Aviation maintenance
• FBO services
• Flight training

Headquarters

HQ city

Greenfield

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices15 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Private Jet Charter: On-demand private jet charter services using company fleet and network of over 4,000 Part 135 aircraft. Revenue generated per flight based on aircraft type, distance, and services requested.
2. Aircraft Management: Management of more than 40 aircraft for private and commercial capabilities for corporations, high-net-worth families, and individuals. Revenue from management fees and charter revenue share.
3. Maintenance and MRO Services: Part 145 MRO services including maintenance, repairs, avionics, interior refurbishment, and parts sales. Revenue from labor and parts markup. Client-supplied parts handled with 15% handling fee.
4. FBO and Airport Operations: Fixed-base operations providing hangar leasing, fueling, and ground services. Revenue from fuel sales, hangar rental, and service fees.
5. Aircraft Sales and Brokerage: Aircraft acquisition and sales services, including buy-side representation, sell-side listings, and joint ownership programs (Wing Share).
6. Flight Training: FAA Part 141 and Part 61 flight training programs including accelerated commercial pilot programs, CFI certifications, and university affiliates. Revenue from tuition and training fees.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion4 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Jet Access is a vertically integrated, full-service aviation management company offering private jet charter, professional aircraft management, Part 145 MRO maintenance, fixed-base operations (FBO), aircraft brokerage, flight training, and joint ownership programs (Wing Share). The company manages more than 40 aircraft and provides access to a network of over 4,000 Part-135 aircraft across multiple U.S. locations.

Product overview

Jet Access is a vertically integrated, full-service aviation management company offering a comprehensive ecosystem of private aviation services. The portfolio includes Charter Services, Aircraft Management, Maintenance (Part 145 MRO), FBO Services, Aircraft Brokerage, and Flight Training as core products. Additional offerings include Wing Share (joint ownership), Broker Alliance (broker platform), Avionics Services, and Wi-Fi/Inflight Connectivity. The company operates across multiple U.S. locations and manages over 40 aircraft with access to a network of over 4,000 Part-135 aircraft.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Broker Alliance: A revolutionary platform for private charter brokers providing technology, operational infrastructure, and fleet access.
• Wing Share

Products and services

• Charter Services

Quantifiable outcome

• Jet Access operates among only 0.112% of US Part 135 operators holding both IS-BAO Progressive Stage 3 and ARGUS Platinum Elite certifications
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.

• Corporate Jet Investor (CJI)flagshipGTM or Marketing Partner · 4 November 2025Lead Sponsor at CJI Conference Miami 2025. CFO Dave Richter served as panelist in session 'How Customer Needs Are Changing.' Jet Access sponsored The Dealmakers Dinner networking event. Three-day conference with 480+ business aviation decision-makers.
• Purdue University GlobalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversity affiliate partnership providing online Bachelor of Professional Flight degree program with Jet Access flight training concentration.
• Vincennes UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversity affiliate partnership for Aviation Flight Technology associate degree with Jet Access flight training concentration.
• Quincy UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversity affiliate partnership for aviation programs providing pathway from academic study to professional flight training.
• Cirrus AircraftcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCirrus Platinum Training Partner and Cirrus Vision Jet line maintenance service center. Authorized Service Center providing maintenance, training, and support for Cirrus aircraft including the Vision Jet SF50.
• EmbraercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEmbraer Authorized Service Center for Phenom business jets. Company served on development committees for Phenom 100 and Phenom 300 aircraft.
• PilatuscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPilatus Authorized Service Center providing maintenance and support for Pilatus PC-12 aircraft.
• NATAminorOthersThrough NATA CS, Jet Access has authority to capture and submit biometric and biographic information for TSA background checks including TFSSP, PCSSP, FTSP, AOSSP, and FACAOSSP programs.

Scale indicators14 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Others

• Signature Flight Support: Signature Flight Support is the world's largest FBO network providing fueling, hangar, and ground handling services. Operates the FBOs where Jet Access provides Part 145 MRO at West Palm Beach and represents both a partner and competitive operator in the FBO space.

Direct peers

• flyExclusive: flyExclusive is a US Part 135 private jet operator offering charter, fractional, aircraft management, and maintenance services. Closest direct peer to Jet Access with overlapping charter, management, and MRO offerings targeting HNWI and corporate clients.
• Solairus Aviation: Solairus Aviation is a US aircraft management and charter company managing a fleet of private aircraft for owners. Highly comparable business model focused on aircraft management and Part 135 charter with similar customer profile.
• Airshare: Airshare is a US private aviation company offering fractional ownership, jet card, and charter services primarily in the Midwest. Closest regional peer to Jet Access with overlapping geographic concentration and fractional/charter offerings.
• Wheels Up: Wheels Up is a private aviation membership and charter platform offering on-demand flight services, managed fleet, and partnership programs. Comparable tech-enabled distribution and charter model targeting similar corporate and HNWI segments.

Broad incumbents

• Jet Aviation: Jet Aviation (a General Dynamics company) is a global business aviation services company offering aircraft management, charter, MRO, FBO, and completions. Closest large-scale incumbent providing the same vertical integration model that Jet Access pursues at a smaller scale.
• VistaJet: VistaJet is a global business aviation company operating a fleet of business jets for charter and membership programs. Competes with Jet Access in premium corporate and HNWI charter with global reach that Jet Access lacks.
• Flexjet: Flexjet is a major US fractional jet ownership and private aviation company offering fractional programs, jet card, and aircraft management. Competes with Jet Access in charter and managed fleet segments with substantially greater scale.
• NetJets: NetJets (owned by Berkshire Hathaway) is the world's largest private aviation company offering fractional ownership, jet card, charter, and aircraft management services. Largest competitive incumbent across most of Jet Access's verticals.

Emerging players

• Surf Air Mobility: Surf Air is a membership-based regional air mobility company offering private aviation services and exploring electric aircraft. Adjacent emerging player targeting tech-forward HNWI consumers with subscription-based private aviation.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights9 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/flyjetaccess
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/flyjetaccess
• Instagraminstagram.com/flyjetaccess
• Xx.com/FlyJetAccess

Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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