Matt Thurber, editor-in-chief at AIN Media Group, has been flying since 1975 and writing about aviation since 1978 and now has the best job in the world, running editorial operations for Aviation International News, Business Jet Traveler, and FutureFlight.aero. In addition to working as an A&amp;P mechanic on everything from Piper Cubs to turboprops, Matt taught flying at his father’s flight school in Plymouth, Mass., in the early 1980s, flew for an aircraft owner/pilot, and for two summer seasons hunted swordfish near the George’s Banks off the East Coast from a Piper Super Cub. An ATP certificated fixed-wing pilot and CFII and commercial helicopter pilot, Matt is type-rated in the Citation 500 and Gulfstream V/550. Based in the Pacific Northwest, Matt and his team cover the entire aviation scene including business aircraft, helicopters, avionics, safety, manufacturing, charter, fractionals, technology, air transport, advanced air mobility, defense, and other subjects of interest to AIN, BJT, and FutureFlight readers.

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Fractional-share operator Flexjet today unveiled the latest additions to its fleet, three $96 million Gulfstream G700s capable of flying 7,750 nm and up to 567 knots. The new members of the Flexjet fleet give customers early access to one of the hardest-to-get ultra-long-range business jets without having to wait for years-long backlogs to clear.
By the end of the year, Flexjet expects its fleet to exceed 340 jets, including more than 60 large-cabin G450s, G650s, and G700s, all fitted with Starlink low-earth-orbit satcom systems. The jets’ interiors feature Flexjet’s LXI Cabin Collection, which incorporates more than 50 custom designs, according to the company. “Since 2015, in-house artisans have collaborated with aircraft manufacturers to create one-of-a-kind fold-down ottomans, pop-up kibitzer seating, custom divans and credenzas, and dedicated lounges and staterooms with equal parts utility and elegance.”
The Flexjet G700 can carry up to 15 passengers and a cabin server in four zones that include a private bedroom, lie-flat seats, and a convertible divan. Circadian LED lighting helps minimize the effects of jet lag, as does the 2,840-foot cabin altitude when cruising at 41,000 feet. Also contributing to passenger comfort is the G700’s low noise level, which is 25% quieter than its nearest competitor, according to Flexjet. An Aviation Clean Air plasma ionization system and 100% replacement of cabin air with fresh air every two to three minutes further enhances occupant comfort.

Flexjet will operate the G700s under its Red Label program, with higher levels of comfort and service and dedicated flight crew for each aircraft. This includes dedicated cabin servers trained at Flexjet’s Red Label Academy in the UK.
“True to the belief that history favors the bold, we continue to bring to market a level of luxury service and prestige that is simply not available from any other fractional provider, and the G700 is the latest example,” said Flexjet chairman Kenn Ricci. "As luxury increasingly comes to equate to the freedom and control of enriching one's time, the G700 aligns seamlessly with those who seek to shape their world both effortlessly and exceptionally.”
“From the baby boomers to Gen Xers to corporate flight departments, the desire for larger aircraft that can fly longer distances continues to grow,” said Flexjet CEO Michael Silvestro. “With a ramp presence that is second to none, unmatched size, speed, and wellness-based cabin amenities, the G700 is strongly resonating, and our pre-sales indicate this is truly the ultra-long-range aircraft the market is most excited about.”

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