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Honda Aircraft Unit Backs Thrive Fractional Jet Program

Program launches with HondaJet HA-420 and Bombardier Challenger 3500

Thrive Aviation — Pictured are Curtis Edenfield, CEO, and Rickey Oswald, COO, at the delivery of the program’s first fractional airplane: a Challenger 3500. © Thrive Aviation

By Jessica Reed • Writer & Editor

September 2, 2026

Thrive Aviation is moving into fractional ownership through a strategic partnership with, and minority investment from, Arulean Air, a Honda Aircraft subsidiary, the operator announced today. Under the arrangement, Arulean Air will purchase aircraft for the program while Las Vegas-headquartered Thrive handles operations and management, spanning flight operations through client relationships.

Two jet types will be included in the fleet at launch: the HondaJet HA-420 and Bombardier Challenger 3500. The former is intended for regional flying, while the super-midsize jet will cover longer trips carrying more passengers, with owners assigned to whichever aircraft suits the mission. The first two aircraft have been delivered, with annual additions projected at four to six HondaJets and two to four Challengers as the owner base and fleet expand.

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