Global Jet Capital Selects Comlux to Operate its Lineage 1000
Comlux is pleased to announce that its Aviation division, Fly Comlux, has been selected by Global Jet Capital, a leading provider of corporate aircraft financing solutions, as the management company for their Lineage 1000. The aircraft, showcased on the static display at NBAA 2017, will be based in London Stansted Airport and will be available exclusively for ad-hoc charter, long term charter or wet lease by OneAbovebycomlux
Global Jet Capital’ Lineage 1000 is certified for 19 TT&L seats and sleeps 11 people comfortably. It features a very spacious welcome lounge with a forward galley and separate seating zones for groups, and it offers a separated master bedroom and master bathroom at the rear. With its brand-new paint, a partial refurbishment and updated maintenance, the Lineage 1000 is in a great position to launch into the European charter market.
“We’re delighted to position this aircraft in Europe with a quality operator like Comlux a leader in private aviation. This Lineage 1000 is a unique asset with a combination of cabin and range that’s very well suited to the European market. Positioning this aircraft, which is available for sale or lease, with a quality operator like Comlux will ensure maximum exposure to a well-established private aviation clientele” said Ben Murray, Senior Managing Director Asset Management, Global Jet Capital.
Andrea Zanetto CEO Fly Comlux said “I am very pleased that Comlux was selected by Global Jet Capital to manage their Lineage 1000. With its large size, the aircraft fits perfectly into our Comlux fleet. We have accumulated a wide experience in managing ultra large cabin VIP aircraft and our knowledge of this market is an asset for Global Jet Capital. This is just the beginning of our relationship with Global Jet Capital as the goal is to continue this partnership in the future with other aircraft that are in their portfolio.”
Global Jet Capital
With $2.5 billion in assets under management, Global Jet Capital provides financing solutions for the private aircraft market. The company is capitalized by world-class private investors with expertise in the global aviation industry: GSO Capital Partners, a Blackstone company, in partnership with FS Investments, The Carlyle Group and AE Industrial Partners. The Global Jet Capital management team has served the private aircraft industry for a combined 200-plus years and has completed over 3,500 aircraft transactions. The company has the expertise, financial strength, industry relationships and infrastructure necessary to offer a variety of flexible financing solutions at the speed the market requires. www.globaljetcapital.com
Comlux is one of the leaders in business aviation, operating worldwide with the highest standards of safety and quality. In addition to its dedicated VIP flight service program OneAbove by comlux, Comlux offers a comprehensive set of services to VIP customers who wish to have their own aircraft managed personally and professionally. This includes exclusive aircraft management, sales and acquisitions, VIP cabin design and completions as well as aircraft maintenance and engineering services. www.comlux.com
