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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Sarah Rose

Elevate Jet, an Elevate Aviation Group company, has received certification from the U.S. Department of Transportation to operate large aircraft, including VIP airliners such as Airbus Corporate Jets and Boeing Business Jets. The approval expands the company’s ability to manage and market these aircraft for charter, demonstration flights, and other commercial use.
“These aircraft are in increasing demand in the U.S. charter space,” said Reid Oslin, v-p of strategic accounts at Elevate Aviation. “For decades, we have specialized in curating trips for a variety of highly discerning clientele such as the best names in music and entertainment, executives and founders, and presidential campaigns.”
“We look forward to supporting these unique assets and expanding our world-class management platform,” said Randy McKinney, president and CFO of Elevate Aviation. “This additional authorization further expands our immense capabilities in long-range, international, and large group charter.”
Chadi Saade, president of Airbus Corporate Jets, added, “This is a significant development for the U.S. market, which represents a key growth region for Airbus Corporate Jets. We look forward to supporting Elevate Jet as they expand their high-performance services.”

News and issues concerning the aviation charter and fractional-ownership industries and markets, including company announcements, regulations, new developments and labor issues.

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News and developments about airplanes, helicopters and unmanned air vehicles used in all varieties of operations, including airlines, military, business, commercial, general aviation and private.

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

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News and issues relating to international air transport and cargo carriers, national airlines and regional airlines, including aircraft, engines, personnel, acquisitions, accidents, safety, security and training.

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

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