News Release

Wyvern applauds Planet Nine Private Air for renewing Wingman PRO

Van Nuys, California-headquartered business jet operator Planet Nine Private Air has once again renewed its Wyvern Wingman PRO certification after achieving safety excellence through ongoing participation in Wyvern's Flight Leader Program (FLP). Wingman PRO validates organisational safety culture utilising the most advanced safety culture evaluation tools recognised by safety experts and regulatory bodies worldwide. A safety benchmark set above Wyvern's flagship Wingman programme, Wingman PRO is the aviation industry's highest safety standard.

“Achieving and maintaining our Wyvern Wingman PRO certification is a testament to the relentless dedication and commitment to safety that defines Planet 9. This rigorous evaluation process validates our continuous efforts to elevate the safety culture within our operations, ensuring that we provide our clients with the highest level of security and reliability. It's an honour that reflects our compliance with the most stringent standards and our proactive stance in exceeding industry expectations,” said Matthew Walter, co-founder of Planet Nine Private Air.

Wyvern Wingman PRO is issued when an already established Wingman operator demonstrates effectiveness in all areas of SMS, excellence in the addressing of human factors and organisational safety culture, and continuous conformity to international standards through an internal audit programme.

“Planet Nine's certification as a Wyvern Wingman PRO operator sets it apart from other operators in the air charter industry. This achievement validates its commitment to attaining and maintaining an enduring safety culture that elevates its performance above other operators who are just beginning to embrace the value of formal safety risk management,” says Andrew Day, Wyvern senior vice president, operations. “Planet Nine's continued certification demonstrates its dedication to maintaining superior safety protocols and ensuring reliable service for its clients.”