Air Partner

What It Is: A global air charter brokerage and safety consultancy, Air Partner brings nearly 60 years of experience in aircraft charter, aviation safety & security solutions to clients all over the world.

How It Grew: Founded by Tony Mack, Sr. in 1961 as Airways Training, the company initially provided advanced flight certifications for ex-military personnel. Airplanes leased for training, including twin-engine Piper Chieftains and Aztecs, were also offered for charter. Demand for air- taxi service soon eclipsed the training business, and the company rebranded as Air London. In 1983 it shifted from being an air-taxi operator to a charter broker, and in 1999 the name was changed to Air Partner, reflecting an international expansion. The company now has offices in some 20 countries worldwide. 

Private Jet Charter:
Air Partner offers on-demand access to over 7,000 aircraft. Pay as you fly with the benefit of live market pricing and no onward commitment, with the ability to set up a customized charter management program, which addsconvenience for bookings.

Group Charter:
Air Partner provides large aircraft charters to groups of all sizes, from governments to sports teams to entertainment clients. 

Cargo:
Air Partner offers full-charter and part-charter cargo aircraft of all kinds of requirements. Thecompany’s global network ensures any kind of freight can be delivered to any destination in the world, including offshore and remote locationsWhether looking to transport oversized, hazardous or highly urgent goods, Air Partner can accommodate complex cargo logistics with onsite supervision and support For special handling requirements, Air Partner can arrange On Board Courier (OBC) service globally.

Jet Card:
The Air Partner JetCard provides global access to some 7,000 aircraft from vetted operators worldwide. Membership benefits include guaranteed availability of private flights at fixed hourly rates on any private jet cabin category, as well as turboprops and helicopters.

Services Division: 
Air Partner has acquired Baines Simmons, Redline Assured Security and Kenyon International Emergency Services, offering consulting, training and managed services in aviation safety, security and emergency response. 

FAST FACTS

Founded: 1961

HQ: Gatwick Airport, London

Employees: About 340

Gross Transaction Value (Total amount invoiced; 2017): $336.15 million

CEO: Mark Briffa

Website: airpartner.com