The aircraft has completed onboarding for Hop-A-Jet's FAA Part 135 certificate and awaits final regulatory review before entering charter service.
Hop-A-Jet has added a Gulfstream G280 to its fleet, growing the Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport-headquartered operator's flight services and management portfolio.
The aircraft has completed onboarding for inclusion on Hop-A-Jet's FAA Part 135 certificate and is currently under final FAA review. It is expected to enter charter service in the near future, putting one of business aviation's most sought-after super-midsize aircraft within reach of travellers. The addition follows last month's inclusion of a Cessna Citation X under management, which expanded Hop-A-Jet's aircraft management portfolio beyond its traditional Bombardier fleet, with further aircraft types expected to join throughout 2026.
The G280 offers a range of up to approximately 3,600 nautical miles, a certified ceiling of 45,000 feet and a maximum operating speed of Mach 0.84, capabilities designed to handle coast-to-coast missions across the United States. Its performance allows operators to connect major business centres and leisure destinations while retaining the flexibility expected in the super-midsize segment, making it well suited to the regional and transcontinental trips frequently requested by private aviation clients.
Barry Ellis, president of Hop-A-Jet Worldwide Jet Charter, says: “The G280 has become one of the most respected and requested aircraft in its class and we're excited to bring that capability to our customers.”
The cabin ranks among the largest in the super-midsize category, with a stand-up design, flat floors and generous baggage capacity suited to business materials, golf clubs and skis alongside standard luggage. The layout supports productive business travel while remaining comfortable for family and leisure trips over longer journeys.
The G280 joins Hop-A-Jet during a period of fleet growth spanning both its charter and management operations. Alongside the Citation X addition to the managed fleet, the operator continues to invest in pilot training, maintenance capability and technical expertise beyond its established Learjet and Challenger platforms.
