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Jetcraft is today announcing the appointment of April Wood as Sales Director for its US Midwest territory, strengthening its presence in one of the country’s key business aviation markets.

Wood brings more than two decades of private aviation sales experience to Jetcraft, having previously held senior positions at NetJets and Executive Jet Management. Her background includes advising aircraft owners and businesses on complex operational and ownership requirements, giving her a strong understanding of the considerations that shape aircraft decisions beyond the transaction itself.

Chad Anderson, President of Jetcraft, said: “Demand in the US continues to grow, particularly following the reintroduction of 100% bonus depreciation, and we’re further investing in our presence on the ground. The Midwest is an important market, with a strong base of business aviation users and owners. April brings deep industry experience, strong knowledge of the region and a client-first approach ...

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Jetcraft Commercial, has appointed Marc Meloche as Chief Operating Officer (COO), and Rory McQueen as Vice President, Aircraft Finance, marking a significant milestone in the company’s growth.

Previously Managing Director of Aviation Finance at Jetcraft Commercial, Meloche has more than 30 years’ experience in the aviation industry. Since joining the company in 2018, he has played a key role in the growth of Jetcraft Commercial, through his extensive commercial, financial and market expertise.

Raphael Haddad, President, Jetcraft Commercial, says: “Marc has become a central figure in the last eight years at Jetcraft Commercial, playing a crucial role in the development of ourcommercial aircraft financing abilities, including establishing our Absa Group credit facility.His appointment as COO reflects both the impact he has already made and the important rolehe will play in the company’s next phase. I’d like to congratulate Marc on behalf of the whole team.”

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Jetcraft, the global leader in business aircraft sales, acquisitions and trades, is today announcing the launch of Jetcraft Special Missions, dedicated to sourcing and preparing pre-owned aircraft for defense, governmental, and special mission operators worldwide.

Jetcraft Special Missions builds on Jetcraft’s six decades of aircraft transaction expertise to support critical operations. Focused exclusively on special mission applications – including medevac, surveillance, aerial firefighting, military training, and Head of State transportation – Jetcraft Special Missions sources, inspects, and prepares the ideal aircraft platform, delivered as-is or in pre-modification condition to mission houses or government customers.

The new business is headed by CEO Stéphane Leroy, who joins Jetcraft with more than 35 years’ experience in aerospace and defense, gained at Thales and Bombardier, where he led complex aircraft sales programs and worked closely with government and special missions customers.

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Jetcraft, is today announcing the appointment of Jeremi Austin and Ricky Gioconda as Sales Directors, strengthening Jetcraft’s team across Canada and the US, respectively.

Joining at a time of continued demand across the Americas, Austin and Gioconda bring extensive aviation and customer relationship experience to Jetcraft’s network of experts. These appointments reflect Jetcraft’s commitment to offering local expertise to customers, ensuring smooth transactions both regionally and globally.

Chad Anderson, CEO at Jetcraft, says: “As the US continues to lead in business aviation activity, investing in our regional presence brings a more tailored, personalized service to our clients, enabling them to make full use of our market expertise. Jeremi and Ricky’s deep knowledge of the industry makes them strong additions to our team.

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CoinPayments Inc, a pioneer in digital payments since 2013 and partner of the Stake Sauber Formula 1 Team for the 2025 season, has today announced a groundbreaking partnership with Jetcraft, the global leader in business aircraft sales, acquisitions, and trades. Through the blockchain-based collaboration, Jetcraft clients will benefit from streamlined transactions, faster escrow processes, and enhanced purchasing experiences.

Aiming to bring private aviation into the modern digital era, the partnership addresses growing demand from high-net-worth individuals (HNWI) and corporations seeking to use their digital asset holdings for premium aviation services. By integrating CoinPayments’ secure payment infrastructure with Jetcraft’s aviation services, clients will enjoy unprecedented payment flexibility, reduced transaction times, and enhanced privacy.

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Jetcraft, is today announcing the appointment of Philip Baer as a Sales Director in the United States. 

Based in Dallas, Baer will lead sales across the South Central territory, including Arkansas, Arizona, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas. His appointment further boosts Jetcraft’s US market presence, bringing extensive local expertise to Jetcraft’s expanded Americas sales team. 

Prior to joining Jetcraft, Baer spent two decades with NetJets and NetJets Europe, leading a team responsible for half the company’s billion-dollar revenue.  

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Jetcraft is announcing the promotion of Jennifer Jewett from Controller to Senior Vice President (SVP) of Finance, underscoring the company’s commitment to financial excellence and growth in the industry.

In her new role, Jewett will manage Jetcraft’s financial planning, reporting and risk management, ensuring the company remains commercially strong in a changing business environment. She will also lead the implementation of new financial and HR systems while mentoring the next generation of aviation finance professionals, with a focus on supporting women in the field.

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Jetcraft delivers a five-year forecast of 11,202 pre-owned aircraft sales, totaling $73.9B in revenue 

A new generation is recognizing aircraft ownership as an essential business and travel tool, according to Ever Forward: The Pre-Owned Business Aviation Report .  The report shows the share of Jetcraft buyers under 45 has nearly doubled in the last decade to a record 29% in 2024. Younger high-net-worth-individuals also lead pre-owned aircraft sales in emerging markets in the Middle East and Africa, fueling long-term industry growth.  Jahid Fazal-Karim, Owner and Chairman of the Board, Jetcraft, says: “It’s no longer rare to see Millennials or even Gen Z becoming ‘new tech’ billionaires, selling companies in their 20s or inheriting family investments younger as part of the ‘Great Wealth Transfer.’  Read more →

Jetcraft was once again honored to receive the prestigious Best Aircraft Broker award at the Asian Business Aviation Association (AsBAA) Icons of Aviation Awards, held on Saturday November 9^th at Studio City in Macau.

This remarkable achievement marks Jetcraft Asia’s seventh consecutive win, reflecting its enduring commitment to excellence in business aviation.

Commenting on behalf of Jetcraft Asia, Executive Chairman David Dixon expressed his gratitude: “The Icons of Aviation Awards is a fantastic evening and a wonderful place to connect with our industry partners and friends across Asia. It is always an honor to be recognized by our industry associates and partners but especially so when this is the seventh year in succession.

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