Premier Air Charter

U.S.A.

Charter operator profile. Bases, aircraft, certification and contact details.

Telephone
+1 858 381 3435
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Charter bases and aircraft

Carlsbad (McClellan-Palomar)
2 × Bombardier Challenger 601-3R
Passenger
1 × Bombardier Challenger 604
Passenger (12 pax)
1 × Cessna 525A CJ2
Passenger (7 pax)
2 × Cessna 525B CJ3
Passenger (6 pax)
4 × Cessna 750 Citation X
Passenger (8-9 pax)

People

People mentioned in news coverage for this company.

Ross Gourdie
CEO
Vincent Monteparte
Chairman
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Aircraft types

Cessna Citation CJ2
The Citation CJ2 (Model 525A) is an upgraded CJ1 with stretched cabin and wingspan, first delivered in 2000. The CJ2+ variant features updated avionics and different engines, certified in 2005.
Cessna Citation CJ3
The CJ3 is a Cessna Model 525B CitationJet, a stretched version of the CJ2. First flew in 2003, FAA certified in 2004, powered by two Williams FJ44-3A turbofans with 1,900+ nm range.
Challenger 601
The Challenger is a low-wing jet with two aft-mounted turbofans and spacious cabin. Variants include the 601-1A, 3A, and longer-range 3R with increased fuel capacity. Total deliveries: 66 (601), 134 (601-3A), 59 (601-3R).
Challenger 604
The Challenger 604 intercontinental business jet accommodates up to nine passengers and has a range of 4,077nm. First flight was in 1994, certified in 1995, with 365 jets built before production ended in 2006.
Citation X
The Citation X (model 750) became the fastest civilian aircraft when introduced in 1996. First delivered to Arnold Palmer in July 1996, it featured highly swept wings, T-tail configuration, and Rolls-Royce engines.

News

The addition of the PAC CL604 has expanded long-range charter capability.
April 27, 2026
Growth in corporate and high-net-worth travel demand has driven expansion as the company outlines plans to scale operations and profitability in 2026. Full Story
The company says it is ‘scaling with intention’.
February 28, 2026
High‑speed charter capabilities position the company to meet rising demand from business and leisure travellers seeking efficient coast‑to‑coast and transcontinental service. It will enter service shortly. Full Story
The aircraft is part of an ongoing growth strategy.
December 22, 2025
The acquisition underscores Premier’s commitment to scaling operations in response to rising demand for business aviation, while positioning the company to deliver enhanced service availability in the weeks ahead. Full Story