Charter Broker · A Business Air News publication

The world's most comprehensive business air charter directory

3,985 operators, 2,080 brokers, 20,483 aircraft across 186 countries. Search the whole marketplace.

Operator Directory
3,985 operators · 20,483 aircraft

Search charter companies worldwide by country, airport, aircraft category and type. Every AOC/Part 135 charter operator, not just those who subscribe.

Broker Directory
2,080 brokers worldwide

Find a broker by country and experience type. Compare expertise in business, group, cargo, ambulance and commercial charter before you book.

Trip Planner
Route-based operator search

Enter departure and arrival airports to shortlist suitable operators and aircraft. Includes FBO/handler options, ground transport, catering and local services.

News & Fleet Bulletin
Updated several times a week

Fleet changes, new operators, broker appointments, industry developments and coverage from The Air Charter Association and Air Charter Expo.

Business Air News Bulletin
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Credentials

Independent coverage and collaboration

Charter Broker is published by Business Air News, the world's leading magazine for business aircraft owners and operators. 127,900+ professionals in our universe.

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Lead organiser of the Air Charter Expo every September, bringing charter professionals together to meet and build relationships.

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Working in cooperation with The Air Charter Association, supporting standards and collaboration across the charter sector.

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Latest updates

News and fleet changes

All news Fleet Bulletin
Flyte is a technology-enabled company operating a growing fleet of Cirrus Vision Jets.
Flyte forges partnership with US Open star
June 28, 2026
Through this partnership, Flyte will showcase how its growing fleet of Cirrus Vision Jets can provide a faster, more flexible alternative to traditional travel options for short-haul regional routes. Full Story
The seal was launched at London Southend.
Seal of Accreditation marks out ACA members
June 28, 2026
Accreditation is important as it instils confidence in clients that the operator/broker/service provider is reliable and operating legally. Any breach of these standards would result in revocation of the accreditation. Full Story
Wheels Up reinforces relationship with Surf Air Mobility
June 28, 2026
SurfOS is validation that Surf Air's opinion as an operator translates, and the Palantir Ontology and backbone ensures it can deliver at scale, with enterprise-grade security, governance and access to cutting-edge AI. Full Story
Passengers will feel right at home.
DC Aviation Al-Futtaim onboards luxurious ACJ318 Elite+
June 28, 2026
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For travellers and organisers

What is a charter broker?

A charter broker is a specialist intermediary who matches your trip requirements to suitable aircraft and operators. They source quotes, compare options, coordinate logistics and support you through changes — saving you time and often money.

Source and compare
Find suitable aircraft, compare quotes, negotiate routing and pricing.
Coordinate logistics
Handling, catering, ground transport, permits — managed for you.
Operational support
Schedule changes, weather, tech issues — your broker handles it.
Questions to ask
What's in the quote? Extra costs? Luggage? What if timings change?
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For charter professionals

Search operators by aircraft type and location, identify locally based aircraft for a route, and use the trip planner to include handling options and local services at both airports. Designed to list suitable operators, not just subscribers.

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