Sarah Rose (they/them) is a news writer and reporter for AIN. 
Prior to AIN, Sarah worked as a journalist for Georgia Public Broadcasting, Georgia&#039;s statewide NPR and PBS affiliate. They have also worked for several national nonprofits and as a legislative assistant in U.S. Congress. As an openly nonbinary reporter, they are a proud member of the Trans Journalists Association. 
Sarah is a 2012 graduate of Kennesaw State University.

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Bombardier manufactures a variety of business aircraft models, provides engineering, and aircraft maintenance services.

Sarah Rose

Wheels Up today announced the latest progress in its fleet modernization strategy, with the fourth Bombardier Challenger 300 expected to enter service on June 1. “This milestone reflects progress in our fleet modernization strategy and positions Wheels Up to offer enhanced availability and flexibility to members,” the company said.
Alongside the aircraft addition, Wheels Up is introducing a limited number of memberships featuring “Premium Super Midsize” access with guaranteed recovery at dynamic pricing. These offerings, subject to terms and conditions, are aimed at increasing access and adaptability across the network.
This update follows a series of developments in the company’s modernization efforts. In October, Wheels Up announced its fleet strategy and secured a $332 million revolving credit facility the following month, part of which funded the acquisition of 17 Embraer Phenom 300s. Two of these Phenom 300s, featuring updated livery, entered service in February, with more to follow.
In March, the company signed an agreement with Gogo to install Galileo HDX Wi-Fi systems across the fleet, with installation scheduled to begin in the third quarter. Two Challenger 300s entered service last month, followed by a third this month.
Wheels Up said the upgrades are designed to deliver improved reliability, comfort, and connectivity while aligning its fleet with evolving member expectations.

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