We are delighted to announce that Air Charter Scotland have been shortlisted as Executive Passenger Charter Operator of the Year at the 2023 Air Charter Association excellence awards.

The annual awards celebrate the very best of the air charter industry and thanks to you, we will be at the DoubleTree by Hilton Metropole on Thursday 23rd November 2023.

We hope the high levels of service we pride ourselves on delivering to our clients will see us bring the award home to Scotland. Without your nominations, we would not have been shortlisted for the prestigious award, so we wanted to show our gratitude and say thank you.

We would also like to wish all those shortlisted in all categories the very best of luck. We look forward to seeing you all in Brighton in November for what is sure to be a fantastic night and a great event.

If you are an Air Charter Association member, please click the link to cast your vote for Air Charter Scotland in the Executive Passenger Charter Operator of the Year category before the closing date of 22nd September 2023.

Yesterday saw Air Charter Scotland spread our wings to London for the Air Charter Expo 2023 where we were represented by Derek Thompson (Chief Operating Officer / Accountable Manager), Michelle McMullen (Head of Client Services) Jack Page (Sales Manager & Luton Base Manager) and Emilio Francesco Reda (General Manager Air Charter Scotland Europe and Sales Executive).

We want to say a big thank you to London Biggin Hill Airport and The Air Charter Association for being first class hosts, allowing us to showcase our services and our sustainability steps to our industry peers and contacts.

Thank you also to everyone who came to speak to us at the event. It was fantastic to catch up with other charter companies and brokers alike and welcome them aboard the ‘Big Dog’ of our fleet, the elegant Embraer Legacy 500.

ACE23 was a fantastic day for the Air Charter Scotland team, establishing new relationships within the industry and building on our valuable partnerships to provide excellent service to our clients.

We hope to see you all at ACE 2024.

Excitement is in the air at Air Charter Scotland as we prepare to make a return to the annual Air Charter Expo, ACE23! Hosted by The Air Charter Association, this year’s event is on Tuesday, September 12th, 2023, at London Biggin Hill Airport. ACE23 is a must-attend event for anyone involved in the private aviation sector, and Air Charter Scotland is thrilled to be exhibiting.

Since last year’s event, ACE’22, Air Charter Scotland has been growing. We are proud to have added three new aircraft to our fleet, including two state-of-the-art Embraer Praetor 600s and our latest addition, the Cessna Citation XL. These additions underpin our commitment to providing high-quality private charter services and our dedication to staying at the forefront of aviation technology.

At the event, our experienced team will be on hand to discuss all aspects of the air charter business. Whether you’re interested in charter opportunities, fleet specifications, aircraft ownership, or management, our team will gladly discuss it with you. We understand what is important to our clients regarding private aviation and are here to provide professional insights and solutions.

If you’re attending ACE23, connect with us at Exhibition Booth 181. The Air Charter Scotland team will be waiting to meet you. We’ll also be ready to welcome you on board one of our private jets, which will form a key part of the event’s static aircraft display.  

We look forward to re-establishing connections with former acquaintances, forging new ones, and discussing how we can help you achieve your private aviation ambitions.

It is well known that the Citation XL stands as a testament to both technological prowess and timeless design. This aircraft, crafted by Cessna, brings together luxury, efficiency and speed in a union that continues to captivate aviation enthusiasts and business travellers alike.

A Strong Appeal:

The Citation XL is a mid-sized jet that combines big cabin comfort with the flexibility and freedom of a light jet. It delivers exceptional performance and has the most significant external baggage compartment in its class. 

Citation XL can comfortably accommodate eight passengers in a quiet and spacious cabin and is ideal for short to mid-range flights. 

Sky-High Performance:

The Citation XL boasts impressive capabilities, allowing access to many short runways such as Cannes, Lugano and Bern Airport. Its range of approximately 1,850 nautical miles allows for non-stop flights between city pairs like London and Athens, making it a perfect choice for both short hops and longer journeys.

This aircraft presents itself as an impeccable choice for sports enthusiasts, with meticulously designed features to allow an additional luggage capacity of 79ft³, ideal for skiing or golf equipment. View full specifications here.

The Perfect Balance:

In a world where time is of the essence, and style should never be compromised, the Citation XL proudly takes centre stage. Our expert charter team are on hand to help plan your itinerary from the outset, providing regular flight updates and can arrange onward ground or helicopter transfers or concierge services. 

To charter this aircraft or another in our fleet with Air Charter Scotland, contact the team on +44 (0) 203 598 5392 or email charterdesk@aircharterscotland.com.

Air Charter Scotland are partnering with South Pole on global energy initiatives.

Air Charter Scotland, is proud to be supporting Global sustainability provider, South Pole as part of the projects in emission reduction, renewable energy, energy efficiency and sustainable land-use they help facilitate..

It is teaming with global sustainability consultancy South Pole on two energy projects. The first is to capture and repurpose harmful methane emissions to create a cleaner energy in Banga, Thailand.

In the forests at the foot of the Phu Pan hills, cassava starch is processed and grown. These starch processing factories place a significant strain on the environment. Large amounts of water are needed to wash the cassava; once used this wastewater is left in open-air lagoons where it releases pungent-smelling methane emissions. As well as smelling bad, methane is a greenhouse gas 25-26 times more potent than carbon dioxide.

The Bangna Biogas Project upgrades how the wastewater is treated by replacing an old open lagoon with a modern, environmentally-friendly system. This means that instead of escaping into the atmosphere, the methane is captured. This is then used as a sustainable energy source to generate electricity, which can be used to power the factory or be sold to the national power grid.

The second energy project is a solar solution in Siam, Thailand. Solar is poised to play a crucial role in Thailand’s clean energy transition. The Siam Solar Energy 1 project bundles 10 solar photovoltaic (PV) power plants. This project reduces Thailand’s reliance on imported energy and drives both national and regional economic growth. Aside from meeting the energy demands of regional Thai communities, the project improves local infrastructure and provides employment opportunities for local skilled and unskilled workers in manufacturing, installation, operation and maintenance of equipment.

Air Charter Scotland has committed to financing ongoing positive impact initiatives both in the UK and globally as part of our to progress towards a sustainable future for the business.

As a leader in private charter, we understand that to drive a sustainable long-term recovery in the industry and to remain a priority across aviation’s value chain; we must continue to facilitate the global mission to achieve net zero by 2050.

Contact the Air Charter Scotland team to create your bespoke private jet charter trip.