There is a fancy new bird flying the friendly skies these days. On September 17th, 2025, Flexjet unveiled the Gulfstream G700 as the newest addition to the Flexjet family at its global headquarters in Cleveland. Redefining luxury travel, the ultra-long-range Gulfstream G700 seats up to 15 passengers and one cabin server. The lavishly appointed and generously configured time machine can achieve speeds of up to 567 knots while flights soar for 16 hours. The fastest aircraft in the Flexjet fleet that Gulfstream has ever produced, the G700 is capable of encompassing 7,750 nautical miles thanks to its innovative winglet design, paired with the powerful Rolls-Royce Pearl 700 engines for a smoother, faster, and more fuel-efficient flight.
Current and prospective Flexjet aircraft owners have immediate access to not one but three of these $96 million aircraft, which will bring their fleet total to more than 340 aircraft by year-end 2025. This includes more than 60 large cabin aircraft with an international range, consisting of Gulftsream G450s, G650s and now the G700s. All of them have unique, custom cabins from the LXI Cabin Collection which is home to over 50 custom interior designs that tell their own story with the help of in-house artisans who have collaborated with aircraft manufacturers and aviation specialists. The Red Label program ensures that super-midsize aircraft owners and above experience a dedicated captain and crew for a personalized experience for each flight. Whether it’s having your favorite vintage waiting onboard to knowing your breakfast preference, the Red Label approach to cabin service exceeds even the most discerning expectations.
With a maximum cruise altitude of 51,000 feet, the G700 actively reduces the physical toll that air travel has on the body through its best-in-aviation cabin altitude of just 2,840 feet while 100% of the plasma-ionized air is replenished every two to three minutes. To further reduce the affects of jet lag, an ultra-high definition circadian lighting system mimics sunrise and sunset. Additionally, its airframe and engines have been carefully constructed to produce exceptionally low noise, as the G700 meets the most stringent standards with a Stage 5 noise certification.
Owned by Directional Aviation, whose Principal is Flexjet Chairman and aviation entrepreneur Kenn Ricci, Flexjet focuses on fractional and lease programs for the high-net-worth individual who wants convenience combined with ultra-luxury and safety. Flexjet’s state-of-the-art Global Operations Control Center provides real-time data regarding flight schedules, aircraft availability, weather and flight tracking which allows for an instant overview of the entire operation.
Flexjet Chairman Kenn Ricci started his aviation career as an Air Force ROTC cadet at the University of Notre Dame and his love of aviation led him to found, acquire and finance a broad range of aviation companies throughout his illustrious career. In 2019, he was inducted as a Living Legend of Aviation, one of the most prestigious honors which recognizes people such as astronauts, pilots, and innovators who have acquired remarkable achievements throughout their careers.
In a groundbreaking move for the aviation industry, Ricci successfully secured an $800 million equity investment from an investment group led by L Catterton, an affiliate of LVMH. The investment marks the largest equity investment that has ever been committed to a private jet travel provider and it will fund Flexjet’s technological advancements and fleet expansion plans in addition to assisting with scaling the operations globally.
Every year, Flexjet creates curated experiences for its owners around the globe, such as Snow Polo in St. Moritz, Wimbledon and the Royal Ascot in England, and the prestigious Concours d’Elegance worldwide. Flexjet’s premium flyers receive private invitations and VIP access to these prestigious social events. These can range from dinner in the French countryside, to rare wine tastings in Napa Valley amd even closed-course racing challenges. Many of these invite-only events are not only immensely enjoyable but further showcase multiple philanthropic initiatives that Flexjet engages in with impactful, charitable organizations.
With helicopter bases in Southern Flordia, London, and the New York metropoloitan area, Flexjet is the first private jet provider to offer lease and fractional helicopter ownership along with on-demand charter access and helicopter management services. Flexjet owns, operates and maintains its global fleet of Sikorsky S-76 helicopters which serve locations throughout the northeastern United States, Florida, United Kingdom and Italy.
