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Vista Global says no plans to merge with a SPAC

February 22, 2022February 22, 2022by Doug Gollan

After it was reported last year Vista Global Holding was preparing for an IPO via Special Purpose Acquisition Company, a spokesperson person says there are now “no plans”

A day after announcing an agreement to acquire Air Hamburg, a spokesperson for Vista Global Holding tells Private Jet Card Comparisons there are no plans for a SPAC-based initial public offering.

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51% of private jet users to fly more in 2022, eye new providers

February 21, 2022February 21, 2022by Doug Gollan12 Comments

New research shows private jet flyers plan to fly more than 2021, but they are looking at new providers as the industry struggles with record demand and supply chain issues

– 51% will fly more than 2021, 41% will fly the same, and only 9% will fly less

– 28% of frequent private flyers are considering fractional or full aircraft ownership.

Private jet travelers plan to fly more in 2022 than 2021, according to a just-released survey of 452 Private Jet Card Comparisons subscribers.

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Vista Global agrees to buy private jet charter operator Air Hamburg

February 21, 2022February 21, 2022by Doug Gollan

Vista Global’s proposed acquisition of Air Hamburg adds 44 private jets for members of its XO and VistaJet membership programs

Another week, another deal. Vista Global has entered an agreement to buy Air Hamburg, bringing 44 owned and managed private jets into its fleet. If successful, it will increase Vista’s fleet size to over 240 aircraft.

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2021 Private Jet Flights by State keep Florida, Texas, California at the top

February 20, 2022February 3, 2023by Doug Gollan

Hawaii recorded the largest increase of any state – 96% more private jet flights during 2021 as number one market Florida grew by 47%, according to Argus TraqPak

U.S. states recorded gains of 21%-to-96% in private jet flights during 2021, according to Argus TraqPak, with the five busiest states each holding their top positions compared to 2020.

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