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The VIP Seat: Private Aviation News

by Jessie Naor and Preston Holland | Experts in Private and Corporate Aviation

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  • Trump Targets Bombardier, Honda Backs Thrive & L.A. County Hunts Private Jet Taxes

    September 9, 2026 · 30 min

    Trump is taking aim at Bombardier again—threatening to stop the Canadian manufacturer from selling aircraft in the United States unless it builds more of them on U.S. soil. But is this a real policy move, another tariff negotiating tactic…

  • Vista Global's $10B IPO Pitch, Atlantic Aviation Sells Again

    September 2, 2026 · 36 min

    Vista Global is reportedly eyeing a European IPO that could raise over $1 billion at a valuation north of $10 billion, and Jessie and Preston break down what that means against a $600 million RRJ Capital investment, looming 2027 debt, and…

  • Sky Harbour CEO on Hangar Shortages, Ground Leases, and Wall Street

    August 26, 2026 · 1 hr 9 min

    Every general aviation airport in America is owned by a city or a county, and almost none of them can afford to build you a hangar. That is not a market failure. That is the system working exactly as it was designed. This week on The VIP…

  • flyExclusive Q2 Results, LA Goes After Private Jet Tax Revenue

    August 19, 2026 · 31 min

    flyExclusive reported a $111 million Q2, but behind the headline are improving margins, positive adjusted EBITDA, a complicated capital structure, and a $5 million loan carrying a stated 26.5% rate. This week on The VIP Seat, Jessie Naor…

  • Solairus Aviation Gets Bigger, Wheels Up Still in a Turnaround?

    August 12, 2026 · 31 min

    Is Wheels Up finally building momentum—or simply burning more runway? We break down their latest financial release (not financial advice!). This week, we battle it out over the Wheels Up Q2 results. The fleet transition is done early, the…

  • Inside the Mind of a Jet Owner: XplusLuxe on What Operators Get Wrong With Private Fliers

    August 5, 2026 · 1 hr 11 min

    An anonymous, but infamous, aircraft owner known as XPlusLuxe joins The VIP Seat Podcast for one of our most fascinating conversations yet. Known online for his legendary aircraft collection and viral aviation content, “Mr. T” shares what…

  • $3B Bombardier Order, NYC Helicopter Bird Strike?

    July 29, 2026 · 32 min

    Saudi Arabia’s The Helicopter Company, backed by the PIF, signs a Farnborough LOI with Bombardier for a firm order of 12 Challenger and Global jets plus options that could take the deal to around $2.8–3B and up to 60 aircraft. We break…

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About the show

Join Jessie Naor and Preston Holland on The VIP Seat for the latest insights in private aviation, covering business aviation trends, private jet reviews, and more. We break down the biggest stories of the week in corporate aviation, from jet charter trends and Part 135 shenanigans to aviation safety news that the big players hope you'll miss. Expect hot takes, sharp analysis, and real talk with industry insiders, operators, and disruptors. Whether you’re flying private or an industry insider, buckle up and let's take off.