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Aero

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Aero (also known as Aero Technologies Inc.) is a semi-private American air carrier based in Los Angeles, CA. Aero operates nonstop flights between and within California, Colorado, Nevada, and Idaho in the United States and Baja California Sur in Mexico.[1]

The company is a public charter operator. It operates under the FAA’s Part 135 rules for on-demand charter carriers.[2]

History

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Aero was founded by Uber’s co-founder, Garrett Camp.[3] The company initially started as a software platform to book private jets, taking advantage of empty legs and aircraft spare capacity, aiming to become the “Uber for jets.”[4]

In 2019, Aero changed its business model to offer semi-private flights in European.[5]

In 2021, Aero launched in North America, connecting Los Angeles and Aspen, Colorado. Other destinations include: San José del Cabo and Sun Valley.[6] As of May 2024, Aero's website listed flights operate to Aspen (ASE), Sun Valley (SUN), and San José del Cabo (SJD) and depart from Van Nuys Airport (VNY). A charter service is also available through a request form on the website.

Aero has flown to specific destinations for events such as Las Vegas for the Super Bowl, and Thermal Airport in Indio, California for the Coachella and Stagecoach music festivals.[7]

Private terminals

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Aero flights depart from private jet terminals, commonly referred to as FBOs, which are separate from the passenger terminals used by Part 121 and some Part 135 carriers.[8] Passengers are able to arrive at the terminal just 20 minutes before their flight's scheduled departure time.[9]

Aero’s flagship private terminal is located at the Van Nuys Airport.[10]

According to their website, Aero uses existing FBO facilities operated by Signature Aviation, Atlantic Aviation, and PrimeSky.

Fleet

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Aero operates a fleet of four Embraer ERJ-135 that have been retrofitted with 16 seats in a 1x1 configuration and have Starlink Wi-Fi installed.

For charter operations, Aero utilizes its Embraer Legacy 600 business jet, which has seating for up to 13 guests.[11]

Partnerships

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In 2022, Aero added the Los Angeles-based grocer Erewhon Market to its in-flight servicer.[12][13]

In 2023, Aero partnered with the Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal in Mexico.[14]

In 2024, Aero partnered with Hotel Jerome in Aspen.[15]


References

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  1. ^ Foster, Justin (2024-06-02). "A Closer Look At Aero And Its Semi-Private Flights". Simple Flying. Retrieved 2024-07-30.
  2. ^ Hardee2024-06-21T19:56:00+01:00, Howard. "Aero's semi-private jet service lands between charter and first-class air travel". Flight Global. Retrieved 2024-07-30.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link)
  3. ^ Siebenmark, Jerry. "Aero Raises $65M for Expansion | AIN". Aviation International News. Retrieved 2024-05-24.
  4. ^ Ha, Anthony (2019-10-01). "Backed by Expa, Aero is a premium air travel startup with $16M in funding". TechCrunch. Retrieved 2024-05-24.
  5. ^ "This Semi-private Airline Flies From U.S. Cities to Resort Destinations — and Passengers Never Have to Set Foot in a Commercial Airport". Travel + Leisure. Retrieved 2024-07-30.
  6. ^ Gorant, J. George (2021-01-27). "Blending Private Flying and First-Class Seating, Aero Launches Flights From LA to Aspen". Robb Report. Retrieved 2024-05-24.
  7. ^ "Aero offers private jet flights to Coachella for under $1K". 2024-04-15. Retrieved 2024-07-30.
  8. ^ Hardee2024-06-21T19:56:00+01:00, Howard. "Aero's semi-private jet service lands between charter and first-class air travel". Flight Global. Retrieved 2024-07-30.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link)
  9. ^ Foster, Justin (2 June 2024). "A Closer Look At Aero And Its Semi-Private Flights". Simple Flying.
  10. ^ Writer, Tyler Hayes (2021-04-10). "What It's Like to Fly Private Without Breaking the Bank". Newsweek. Retrieved 2024-07-30.
  11. ^ Foster, Justin (2024-06-02). "A Closer Look At Aero And Its Semi-Private Flights". Simple Flying. Retrieved 2024-07-30.
  12. ^ Mellardo, Alexa (2022-03-29). "Aero's New In-Flight Wellness Options Are A Total Game-Changer". Eat This Not That. Retrieved 2024-07-12.
  13. ^ McPhee, Michele (2024-06-20). "No Crying Over Spilled Beet Juice: The Story of a Fancy Aero Jet Flight with Nancy Silverton". LAmag - Culture, Food, Fashion, News & Los Angeles. Retrieved 2024-07-30.
  14. ^ Wine, Matthew Kaner | Will Travel For (2023-10-25). "Jet Set To The Festival Of Flavors In Style". Men's Journal | Wine. Retrieved 2024-07-30.
  15. ^ Hensley, Becca (2024-02-13). "Best Luxe Amenities at Hotels Around the World". Travel Curator. Retrieved 2024-05-24.