Charter Broker · A Business Air News publication

The world's most comprehensive business air charter directory

3,996 operators, 2,086 brokers, 20,596 aircraft across 186 countries. Search the whole marketplace.

Operator Directory
3,996 operators · 20,596 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
2,086 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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Latest updates

News and fleet changes

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The expansion broadens Luxaviation's offering across several aircraft categories.
Luxaviation adds nine aircraft in key regions
July 20, 2026
A Bombardier Challenger 604 and a Gulfstream G550 have joined the Luxaviation UK fleet and are available for charter. A further Challenger 604 is scheduled to enter service with Luxaviation UK in the coming weeks. Full Story
Ken Price comes with 37 years of relevant experience.
Price is right to take on Northern Jet broker role
July 20, 2026
Throughout his career, Ken Price has arranged charter flights ranging from small private aircraft to commercial airliners, including passenger charter, air cargo, air ambulance, specialty aircraft and scheduled shuttle services. Full Story
Vince Essex, CEO, founder and accountable manager of above.
above places time as the most valuable asset for travellers
July 20, 2026
Operating from its base at Birmingham's XLR Executive Jet Centre, above launches with 25 published fixed-price, city pair destinations across the UK and Europe, alongside flexible on-demand private charter services. Full Story

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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