Charlotte Bailey joined AIN’s editorial team in 2025 as a news reporter covering multiple topics including business aviation, new technology and the defense sector. She is also a frequent presenter in AIN’s video news reports. 
UK-based Charlotte has a strong interest in vintage military jets and in 2023 published a book about the de Havilland Vampire, as well as serving as a consultant on the topic for TV and movie projects. She is keen to expand her flying experience and enjoys hands-on assignments worldwide. In 2024, Charlotte was honored as Best New Journalist in the Aerospace Media Awards. Early in her career, Charlotte was involved in manufacturing customized hot air balloons.

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Madrid-based United Aviation Services, part of the Stellair Group, has completed the acquisition of Spanish FBO and handling operator Mallorcair. According to United Aviation, this brings “one of Europe’s most renowned executive aviation handling stations and destinations into the group.”
While Mallorcair will continue to operate under its own brand and management team, United Aviation said both parties will benefit from “access to the group’s resources…while preserving the local expertise and entrepreneurial culture” of the FBO. Founded in 1991, Mallorcair has been family-owned until United’s acquisition.
According to United Aviation, the addition of the Palma de Mallorca facility will enhance its ability to support customers across Spain. This will bolster its presence in the Balearic Islands, where the Stellair Group is already represented in Menorca and Ibiza through its subsidiary Ibizair. United Aviation now has ground-handling operations at 22 airports across Spain.

New developments at FBOs including regulations and noise issues; legal disputes; openings, acquisitions and mergers.

United Aviation Services Acquires Spain’s Mallorcair

Spanish FBO to retain own brand identity and management 

Madrid-based United Aviation Services, part of the Stellair Group, has completed the acquisition of Spanish FBO and handling operator Mallorcair.

United Aviation Services Acquires Mallorcair

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News and issues relating to business, corporate and private aviation, primarily regarding turbine-engine-powered airplanes and helicopters. Subjects include aircraft, engines, maintenance, operations, personnel, acquisitions, accidents, safety, security, and training.

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