Meridian, the award-winning private aviation company based at Teterboro Airport in Teterboro, NJ, is pleased to announce the addition of a Falcon 2000 (N411YF) to its growing West Coast fleet of private business jets. This large cabin aircraft, completed in 2001 and refurbished in 2014, seats up to ten passengers. It is based at San Jose International Airport in San Jose, CA, and it is immediately available for charter (Certificate IMJA053F).
The Falcon 2000 is a long range, twin-engine business jet that offers the perfect combination of luxury and efficiency. The aircraft has a range of up to 3,130 statute miles with a maximum cruise speed of 475 mph. It comes fully-equipped with all of the features and amenities expected from today’s discerning business traveler: leather club seating, a full galley with microwave and convection ovens, coffee maker and espresso machine, private lavatory with sink, and berthable seats that can accommodate three beds that could sleep up to four people.
The aircraft also features the latest technology, including complimentary domestic Wifi, two iPad Pro tablets, an inflight satellite phone system, large 18” bulkhead monitors with Airshow® 3D moving maps, individual viewing monitors, and a multimedia entertainment center that features a DVD/CD player.
Chris Battaglia, Director of Charter Sales, says, “This Falcon 2000 is a great addition to our Northern California fleet. It is our second aircraft based near Silicon Valley, but it’s our first heavy jet in the region. This means that we can now offer our customers more versatility for both domestic and international trips. As we continue to build our West Coast fleet, our focus will be to increase the range of options with late-model aircraft while always maintaining our high safety standards.
Meridian currently manages a wide range of aircraft types that are available for private charter: Global 5000, Gulfstream G550, Gulfstream GIV-SP, Falcon 7X, Falcon 900EX EASy, Falcon 2000EX EASy, Falcon 2000, Challenger 605, Challenger 604, Challenger 601, Gulfstream G200, Hawker 900XP, Hawker 800XP, Citation XLS, and Citation VII. Other aircraft types can also be obtained through Meridian’s extensive network of qualified operators.
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Meridian Air Charter is very pleased to announce that it has been named the top subcontract provider for NetJets in the Northeast region for the third quarter of 2015. NetJets is a private aviation company that specializes in fractional ownership of business jets. While the company operates its own fleet of aircraft, sometimes it may require additional lift from third party operators. NetJets, like Meridian, will only select available aircraft from a trusted network of business jet operators with a proven safety record. Meridian Air Charter has worked diligently to meet the rigorous requirements of the industry’s highest standards, including ARG/US Platinum, Wyvern Wingman, and IS-BAO Stage 2.
Chris Battaglia, Director of Charter Sales for Meridian Air Charter, says, “This award is a testament to the hard work and dedication that our team has for not only servicing our customers, but for also supporting our charter partners in the industry. Sometimes it’s hard to appreciate the level of detail and difficulty that goes into planning a successful charter trip and then making it happen, but our charter sales team of experienced professionals meticulously runs through all phases of the process until the trip is completed. We are honored to be recognized by NetJets and we are looking forward to continuing the trend into 2016.”
Meridian pilot Joanna Brinkerhoff went back to school recently, but not to renew her pilot’s license. She went to Clara E. Coleman elementary school in Glen Rock, NJ, to speak to a local Girl Scout troop about her career in aviation and the opportunities available today for women. Joanna is a charter pilot for Meridian Air Charter based in Teterboro, NJ, and she flies business jets for a living. Captain Brinkerhoff wanted to ‘give back’ because she was once a Girl Scout herself, and this was a great opportunity for her to share her professional experiences with the Girl Scouts of today.
Among the scouts was Hanna Liliebladh, daughter of Lisa Liliebladh, a charter sales representative at Meridian for over 19 years. Lisa was very excited for her daughter and the other Girl Scouts because they would get to learn firsthand about her chosen career path in aviation directly from a female pilot and fellow colleague. “Joanna was great. She arrived in uniform and talked to the girls about how to become a pilot, and then she spoke about her experience as a woman pilot. She told the story of how she first became interested in aviation at a young age when her father’s friend flew them in his small piston airplane. At that point, she knew immediately that she wanted to become a pilot. Joanna did some show-and-tell as well, bringing her headset, plotting charts, pilot’s license and aviation maps. As a bonus, she even brought her old Girl Scouts uniform, and her mother’s uniform too!”
Assisting her was her husband, Sean Falzarano, who is also a pilot. Sean is a commercial pilot flying for Express Jet Airlines. After the aviators gave their presentation to the Girl Scouts, the children of Daisy’s Troop 96867 wrote letters and drew pictures to show their appreciation.
Meridian, the award-winning private aviation company based in Teterboro, NJ, is pleased to announce the addition of its second Bombardier Challenger 605 (N529DM) to its growing fleet of private business jets. This large cabin aircraft began service in 2012 and seats up to nine passengers. It is based at Manchester-Boston Regional Airport (MHT), and is immediately available for charter (Certificate IMJA053F).
This impressive business jet comes fully-equipped and loaded with amenities: leather club seating, conference tables, berthable divan, full galley with sink, microwave and convection ovens, coffee machine, and private lavatory with sink. It also features the latest technology: Inmarsat® satellite phone, Gogo Biz® high-speed wifi, bulkhead video monitors with Airshow® (3D moving maps), and a dual multi-media player.
Mike Moore, Vice President of Aviation Sales, says, “We are very excited about adding a second Challenger 605 to our charter fleet. This aircraft comes fully furnished with everything a business traveler would expect to find in his or her office-in-the-sky. With a range of 4,000 (nautical) miles, this late-model aircraft is a great fit for our portfolio because it increases the depth of our heavy jet offerings for our customers, who are now flying farther and more often.”
The Challenger 605 is an evolution from its predecessor, the Challenger 604, offering best-in-class cabin comfort combined with its ability to operate cost effectively. Bombardier added numerous enhancements when it designed this model. In the cockpit, avionics include an impressive Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 with four large flat-panel displays. The cabin was enlarged with space-efficient interior wall panels to increase usable head-room and width for passengers. Even cabin windows were enlarged to allow 30% more light than previous Challenger 600 models.
Meridian currently manages a wide range of aircraft types that are available for private charter: Global 5000, Gulfstream G550, Gulfstream GIV-SP, Falcon 900EX EASy, Falcon 2000EX EASy, Challenger 605, Challenger 604, Challenger 601-3R, Challenger 601-3A, Gulfstream G200, Hawker 900XP, Hawker 800XP, Hawker 800SP, Citation XLS, Citation VII, and Citation Mustang. Other aircraft types can also be obtained through Meridian’s extensive network of qualified operators.
Meridian, the award-winning private aviation company based in Teterboro, NJ, is pleased to announce the addition of a Bombardier Challenger 605 (N605MM) to its growing fleet of private business jets. This large cabin aircraft was completed in 2008 and seats up to nine passengers. It will be based at Teterboro Airport (TEB), and is immediately available for charter (Certificate IMJA053F).
This aircraft was impeccably refurbished and repainted in December 2014, offering passengers a ‘like-new’ aircraft experience. This stunning private jet comes fully-equipped and loaded with amenities: leather club seating, conference tables, berthable divan, full galley with microwave and convection ovens, coffee machine, and private lavatory with sink. It also features the latest technology: Iridium satellite phone, Gogo Biz® high-speed wifi, bulkhead video monitors with Airshow® (3D moving maps), and a dual multi-media player.
Dennis O’Connell, President of Meridian Air Charter, says, “We are thrilled about adding this Challenger 605 to our charter fleet. When you are inside the cabin, you feel like you are in a brand new plane that has just rolled off the assembly line. This aircraft increases both the breadth and quality of our fleet offerings, and demonstrates the high level of commitment that we have to improving the flying experience of our clientele.”
The Challenger 605 is an evolution from its predecessor, the Challenger 604, offering best-in-class cabin comfort combined with its ability to operate cost effectively. Bombardier added numerous enhancements when it designed this model. In the cockpit, avionics include an impressive Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 with four large flat-panel displays. The cabin was enlarged with space-efficient interior wall panels to increase usable head-room and width for passengers. Even cabin windows were enlarged to allow 30% more light than previous Challenger 600 models.
Meridian currently manages a wide range of aircraft types that are available for private charter: Global 5000, Gulfstream G550, Gulfstream GIV-SP, Falcon 900EX EASy, Falcon 2000EX EASy, Challenger 605, Challenger 604, Challenger 601-3R, Challenger 601-3A, Gulfstream G200, Hawker 900XP, Hawker 800XP, Hawker 800SP, Citation XLS, Citation VII, and Citation Mustang. Other aircraft types can also be obtained through Meridian’s extensive network of qualified operators.
Teterboro, NJ, November 19, 2014 – Meridian, the award-winning private aviation company based in Teterboro, NJ, is pleased to announce the addition of its second Challenger 604 (N604PV) to its growing fleet of private business jets. The aircraft has been completely renovated from top to bottom, including new paint, a fully-renovated cabin, and the installation of high-speed wifi. It will be based at Teterboro Airport (TEB), and is immediately available for charter (Certificate IMJA053F).
This heavy jet was completed in 2001 and seats up to twelve passengers. It is ideal for both short and long haul trips, and it has a maximum cruise speed of Mach 0.82 (541 mph; 870 km/hr) with an intercontinental range of over 4,600 statute miles (7,403 km). The cabin is both spacious and quiet because it has over six feet of stand-up room and includes a passive noise insulation system.
The luxuriously designed aircraft is complete with the comforts that discerning clients have come to expect: leather club seating, berthable divan, full galley with microwave and convection ovens, coffee machine, and private lavatory with sink. It also features the latest technology: Inmarsat® wireless satellite phone, Gogo Biz® high-speed wifi, 19” bulkhead monitors with Airshow® (moving maps), individual plug-in monitors, and CD & Blu-ray players.
Mike Moore, VP of Aviation Sales, says, “The addition of another Challenger 604 increases the depth of offerings in our diverse fleet of business jets. The versatility of the Challenger series always keeps this model in high demand. With new paint on the exterior and a newly refurbished cabin interior, we are confident that our customers will be pleased. It was designed with the business traveler in mind, especially the wireless connectivity onboard.”
Meridian currently manages a wide range of aircraft types that are available for private charter: Global 5000, Gulfstream G550, Gulfstream GIV-SP, Falcon 900EX EASy, Falcon 2000, Challenger 604, Challenger 601-3R, Challenger 601-3A, Gulfstream G200, Hawker 900XP, Hawker 800XP, Hawker 800SP, Citation XLS, Citation VII, and Citation Mustang. Other aircraft types can also be obtained through Meridian’s extensive network of qualified operators.
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For the second year in a row, Meridian Air Charter is pleased to announce that it was a proud partner and sponsor of the 2014 Giant Steps Charity Classic, held from July 29 to August 3, 2014, at Sonoma Horse Park in Petaluma, CA. Meridian is a full-service private aviation company based at Teterboro Airport in Teterboro, NJ, located only minutes from New York City. Bob Platten and Jim Reyes were on-hand to represent the company, and to participate in the award ceremony at the Winner’s Circle for the JR/AO Hunter Classic. Congratulations to the winner, Sloan Barnett!
The 5th annual Giant Steps Charity Classic was a six-day horse show that showcased top regional, national and international equestrians – from up-and-coming junior athletes to the best of the best, including Olympic competitors. Over $140,000 in prize money was at stake as horses and riders of all ages and levels competed throughout the week. The two title events of the weekend were Saturday’s Gala and Sunday’s Grand Prix. All of the proceeds benefit Giant Steps Therapeutic Equestrian Center. For final results, go to https://showgroundslive.com/headlands/results/ShowChamps
Giant Steps Therapeutic Equestrian Center was founded in 1998 to offer life-changing therapy to people of all ages with a wide range of physical, emotional and developmental challenges ranging from autism to cerebral palsy to Downs syndrome. Giant Steps also serves veterans living with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), wounded service members, active duty military members, and children considered to be “at-risk.” Giant Steps is a non-profit corporation that receives no state or federal funding.
To learn more, please visit their website: www.giantstepsriding.org
Teterboro, NJ, April 1, 2014 – Meridian, the award-winning private aviation company based at Teterboro Airport, is pleased to announce the addition of a Gulfstream G550 (N474D) business jet to its ever-growing managed fleet. With a range of up to 6,750 nautical miles, the Teterboro-based aircraft is well-suited for both domestic and international destinations. The interior of this beautiful G550, which seats up to 14 passengers, was commissioned by famous designer Thierry W. Despont. The aircraft is now available for charter (Certificate IMJA053F).
This Ultra Long Range jet was fully refurbished and repainted in March 2014, and has been loaded with amenities that are ideal for international travel: berthable seats (up to 6), Aircell® Axxess (satellite phone) and Gogo Biz® (domestic WiFi), Inmarsat SwiftBroadband HD710 (international WiFi), 17” LCD monitors with Airshow® 4000, Blu-Ray Disc players, full galley with sink, microwave & convection ovens, coffee makers & espresso machine, private lavatories with sink, FAA-certified crew rest area, FANS 1/A Compliant, and onboard safe & security system.
Andrew Ladouceur, VP of Charter Sales, says, “We are extremely pleased to offer our customers another great option for long haul trips. The G550 is the perfect complement to our fleet of other heavy jets, and it is equipped with all the latest technology and fine appointments needed for a productive and comfortable flight.”
Meridian currently manages a wide range of aircraft types that are available for private charter, including: Global 5000, Gulfstream G550, Gulfstream GIV-SP, Gulfstream GIV, Challenger 601-3A, Challenger 601-3R, Falcon 900EX EASy, Falcon 2000, Gulfstream G200, Hawker 900XP, Hawker 800XP, Hawker 800SP, Citation XLS, Citation VII, and Citation Mustang. Other aircraft types can also be obtained through Meridian’s extensive network of qualified brokers.
Teterboro, NJ – On Wednesday, March 27, 2013, Meridian will be proudly hosting a new IS-BAO course offered by ARGUS International Inc. The one-day course, Advancing Through the 3 Stages of ISBAO, focuses on progressing the IS-BAO registered flight department from stage 1 to stage 3. ARGUS performs over 60 IS-BAO audits annually, and this course is designed to help operators qualify for Stages 2 and 3 of the certification process. The course will be held in the 3rd floor training room at Meridian’s headquarters, located at 485 Industrial Avenue in Teterboro, NJ.
IS-BAO is a code of best practices designed to help flight departments worldwide achieve a high level of safety and professionalism. At the core of IS-BAO and the ARGUS Platinum standard, lies the requirement for a comprehensive and effective aviation safety management system. ARGUS International Inc. (ARGUS) is a specialized aviation services company with global expertise whose mission is to provide the aviation marketplace with the information needed to make informed decisions and manage risk.
For a full course description, click here.
Teterboro, NJ, July 19, 2012 – Meridian, the full-service private aviation company based at Teterboro Airport, is pleased to announce that Robert Platten has been appointed as its new Outside Sales Executive. Mr. Platten will have responsibility for generating new business by promoting sales of all company services with a focus on Air Charter. This will be accomplished by working in conjunction with key marketing initiatives to develop new customer relationships and sales leads while maintaining and growing the existing customer base.
Mr. Platten has over 23 years of diversified accounting and aviation experience. Before joining Meridian Air Charter, “Bob” was Director of Business Development for TWC/ACM Aviation, Vice President-Northeast Sales for New World Aviation, Vice President of Charter Management for Atlantic Aviation, and Director of Client Relations for Jet Aviation in Teterboro, NJ. He has earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Financial Management from Franklin Pierce University.
Mike Moore, Director of Aircraft Management, says, “Bob brings a wealth of aviation experience and knowledge that will help us to expand our retail business. His role will be critical to our growth strategy as we look to explore new markets, while also supporting our existing customer base. We are very excited to have Bob join the Meridian family, and his addition is the perfect complement to our inside sales team.”