Air, Crafted
Since 1967, Jet Aviation has been crafting flight in its smoothest form. From one hangar in Basel, Switzerland, to some 50 locations worldwide. Maintenance to management, completions to charter; countless hours of expertise creating an experience so easy, it seems effortless.
Where We Are Today
Behind every effortless experience, are our people. 4,000 artisans of aviation. Whether in the air, or on the ground, arriving or departing, underneath every journey are hundreds of hands, dedicated to the details. Jet Aviation started as a family business, and throughout our growth we have maintained our commitment to this personalized service.
Owned by General Dynamics since 2008, we uphold the GD values of Trust, Honesty, Alignment and Transparency in everything we undertake.
A Brief History
Jet Aviation established with maintenance facility in Basel, Switzerland 1967 / Enters charter and aircraft management businesses in Europe 1972 / Launch of first completion at Paris Airshow 1977 / Jet Aviation enters Middle East with FBO in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia 1979 / Acquires Stead Aviation and opens FBO in Bedford, Massachusetts 1984 / Launches Aircraft Management business with acquisition of Executive Air Fleet 1985 / Establishes in Singapore 1995 / Staffing business launches 1996 / Aircraft Management and Charter business launches in Hong Kong 2001 / Acquired by General Dynamics 2008 / Acquisition of Hawker Pacific 2018
Our Promise
At Jet Aviation, we ensure every detail matters, making each and every customer feel valued and esteemed. We are the effort behind effortless.
Service Excellence
At the surface, there is calm. A fine layer of simplicity and elegance. This is where you are. Our commitments to safety, performance, respect and trust are what get you there. Each and every time.
Commitment to Safety
Safety runs deep in our culture. From our roots in Swiss precision, to our commitment to the latest certifications and audits, we are dedicated to ensuring that you and your aircraft are always in safe hands.
Corporate Social Responsibility
Being a good corporate citizen is a part of everything we do. From our people to our processes, we help make aviation sustainable. This is how we make you a part of the solution too.
Our People
Our people and their passion are what make us Jet Aviation. Our leaders nurture this passion, to ensure excellence at every turn.
Jeremie Caillet
President & Vice President General Dynamics
Prior to joining Jet Aviation, Caillet served as design engineer at Dassault Falcon Jet in the US. He holds a master’s degree in aerospace engineering from Estaca, France, and a master of science in aircraft design from Linköping University, Sweden.
A native of France, Caillet was raised in the Loire Valley area with a strong love for aviation and automobiles. Today he lives near Basel with his wife and two daughters.
David Best
Senior Vice President Regional Operations Americas & APAC
With over 20 years’ experience in the industry, Best served Signature Aviation as president Asia, chief commercial officer USA, and managing director EMEA prior to joining Jet Aviation. He is a graduate of the university of Strathclyde, where he earned his MBA, and is a member of the Institute of Directors.
Wim Buesink
Senior Vice President & Group Chief Financial Officer
Buesink began his career as an audit manager with Price Waterhouse Coopers in the Netherlands. He moved to Switzerland in 2003 and held senior group finance positions with Gate Gourmet Switzerland and Ascom (Schweiz) prior to joining Jet Aviation. Buesink is a graduate of the Erasmus University Rotterdam where he studied Business Administration; he is also a designated Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
Elouisa Dalli
Senior Vice President Marketing & Communications
Dalli began her career as a global commodities journalist, reporting from various locations across APAC, EMEA, and the U.S. Prior to joining Jet Aviation, she spent ten years with Syngenta, serving as head of communications Asia-Pacific out of Singapore from 2012, and as global company spokesperson from Syngenta’s Basel headquarters before that.
Dalli is native English and Maltese, with working knowledge of German, Arabic, and some Italian and French. She holds a degree in Economics from University College London.
Jane McVeigh
Senior Vice President Global Human Resources
She joined General Dynamics Canada in 1999 and is credited for successfully positioning the company as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers for five consecutive years. McVeigh holds an MBA from the University of Ottawa and a Bachelor of Arts from Carleton University. She is a certified Integral Coach, and has been recognized as Business Woman of the Year and Woman of Distinction in her home city of Ottawa, Canada.
Christie Nader
Chief Information Officer
Prior to joining Jet Aviation, Christie served as chief information officer at Perspecta. She also held senior IT positions at Centurion Managed Care and Edelman Financial Services.
Christie holds an MS, Management of IT from McIntire School of Commerce, University of Virginia, and a BA, Sociology from George Mason University.
Suzanne Reifman
Senior Vice President & Group General Counsel
Prior to joining General Dynamics, Reifman worked for Northrop Grumman where she held roles as corporate counsel and director, global trade management. She was also a partner at the law firm of Vinson & Elkins LLP and a former U.S. government contracting officer.
Reifman graduated with honors from George Washington University Law School and holds a B.A. in International Relations and History from Tufts University.
Vincent Rongier
Senior Vice President Regional Operations EMEA
Rongier holds a dual Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering & Industrial Design from Ecole d Arts Métiers, France, and Georgia Tech Institute of Technology, USA, and an MBA from MIT, USA.
Our people #IamJet
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1Taylor Burns — My team onboard aircraft and their records into Jet Aviation. We review compliance to regulations and airworthiness directives and organize historical information into processes or indexes that Jet Aviation employees can continue to use throughout the life of the aircraft. For commercial aircraft, we assemble data packages for FAA review and act as a primary point of contact while the aircraft is placed onto our air carrier certificate.
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1Raziel Saycon — As one of the customer service representatives in the FBO team and being the touchpoint of our customers, we ensure to provide an experience that exceeds the expectations of our customers. Their safety, seamless, authentic, and memorable experience are our top priorities.
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1Ying Ying Loo — I am responsible for successful MRO quotation, planning and invoicing whilst focusing on improving internal efficiencies and the customer experience. I derive a great sense of satisfaction and achievement out of overcoming challenges, as well as from nurturing a happy and cohesive team.
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1Eugene Xu — I am responsible for the data migration of all key master and transitional data, and for supporting ERP applications. Many people rely on this system, and this motivates me to work hard and exercise my diligence to ensure the system is working seamlessly.
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1Dan Hoisington, Carli Kline, & Brian Milneonal — Decades of experience tailoring bespoke travel scenarios culminate in effortless hospitality for this crew, based in the Americas. However, it’s clear that no matter how many flights they have made, they are constantly working on their craft to deliver a seamless, personalized experience, every time.
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1Sonal Thakkar — Challenging, engaging, and rewarding is how I describe working at Jet Aviation Dubai. I provide thoughtful and dynamic solutions to customer needs, whilst striving to achieve the highest levels of safety. My proactive attitude supports collaborative problem solving and ensures our customer’s assets are maintained to the highest standards.
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1Debora Desousa — My day-to-day varies enormously. But I embrace any new task, and treat all of my activities with the same level of priority and professionalism to ensure exceptional customer service for everyone – that’s what gives me a sense of accomplishment at the end of the day.
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1MikeTyley-Plank — I work for RBI Hawker in Dubai, overseeing the repair of rotor blades for Bell and Leonardo helicopters. I have worked on helicopter blades for 13 years, and it has been fascinating to see how the technology and construction has evolved.
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1Balakrishnan Gurusamy — I am responsible for the inspection of incoming goods and outgoing shipments, and also manage the packing and shipping of outgoing good. Passion and the people I work with are what drive me day-to-day. I am satisfied when I know that the job has been well done.
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I Am Roger1
1Roger Barchha — I enjoy that my role is so diverse – there is no ‘typical day,’ and every customer is unique. I might be meeting a contact, dealing with complex requests or documentation, or working on designing a personalized sales offer.
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I Am Yuki1
1Yuki Yueng — Arranging ad hoc flights for customers is anything but routine. It’s my constant attention to all the variable details that helps ensure a safe and seamless customer experience.
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I Am Duane1
1Duane Hogan — I am a people pleaser. My interactions and relationships with customers is where I find the most joy, and why this job is so meaningful to me.
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1Noelie Stehle — I disassemble, record and distribute furniture parts that require further processing. I need to be thorough and precise to ensure that the next team has the information they need to create stunning pieces that meet customer expectations.
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1César Barros — I have one of the best teams! The spirit is always high and we take great pride in delivering the highest quality on each and every cleaning or paint job to ensure our customers leave with a big smile.
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1Abdul Waris — Taking care of my team is the best way I can meet the needs of our customers. I focus on the smallest details to ensure my team has the resources and guidance they need to go above and beyond.
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1Victoria Reina-Duffy — I believe our commitment to doing what is right, and not what is easy, is what makes us the best. We do this without compromising on customer care.
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1Issac Lemos — I approach each day with a clear mind and a positive attitude. I take great pride in anticipating what our customers need before they even have to ask.
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I Am Tom1
1Tom Zacharias — As a specialist in warranty invoicing, it is my job to ensure customers are charged correctly. I need to fully understand the projects I work on and am in frequent contact with our maintenance team, the OEMS, and our end customers.
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I Am Michael1
1Michael Gampert — I love translating a drawing into reality to see a beautiful design come alive. It is a real pleasure to share my knowledge with my colleagues. It keeps me feeling young.
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I Am Shannon1
1Shannon Chieng — I enjoy the practical part of applying technical knowledge to fix aircraft defects. Working with the team to deliver an aircraft in its best condition is immensely satisfying.
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1Ilyas Sultan — I love the challenge of finding better ways of doing something. It’s very rewarding work. I know many of my customer personally, and there’s nothing more satisfying than knowing I’ve made them happy by solving their problem, quickly.
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1Nazarulrizal bin Ibrahim — I really enjoy towing aircraft. It requires skill and brings me great satisfaction. With my years of experience in ramp support, I often know what customers need even before they ask for it.
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1Michel Lehmann — My priority as an Engine Mechanic is to keep the engines safe and efficient for operation.
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1Cathy Moore — I love working with my team. We are a family and truly have a passion for helping others. When you can make a customer happy it is the best feeling.