The Sky is Not the Limit for Flexjet

Flexjet, a recognised global leader in private aviation, has secured an equity investment of $800 million from a consortium of strategic investors.

L Catterton, a prominent consumer-focused investment firm with a strong global presence, leads this group. It includes affiliates of KSL Capital Partners, LLC, and the J. Safra Group.

This transaction represents the largest equity investment in the history of private aviation and marks a significant milestone in Flexjet’s continued evolution.

The capital will support Flexjet’s ambitious vision to transform the private jet experience. By investing further in its global workforce, advanced infrastructure and a modernised fleet, the company is redefining what discerning travellers can expect from private aviation.

Clients are increasingly seeking larger aircraft and international routes, and Flexjet is meeting this demand with a focus on personalisation and service excellence.

Central to its vision is a highly tailored approach that begins with seamless access via private terminals and extends to exclusive destinations, curated experiences and access to luxury products unavailable beyond the Flexjet community.

Much of the company’s success lies in its ability to directly oversee key service components, including operating the largest in-house maintenance network in private aviation, managing its own private terminals and training crew through its dedicated Cabin Attendant Academy.

At present, Flexjet has eleven private terminals either in operation or under development, with its London Farnborough terminal scheduled to open early next year.

Expanding control over its service ecosystem remains a core strategic priority, alongside deepening partnerships with luxury brands such as Ferretti Group’s Riva Yachts and Bentley Motors, reinforcing the brand’s alignment with elite lifestyle experiences.

Kenn Ricci, Chairman of Flexjet, commented: “L Catterton’s special relationship with LVMH and its portfolio of prestigious brands creates an ideal platform for collaboration in areas such as consumer insights, brand development, retail strategy and luxury product delivery.”

This landmark transaction establishes a distinctive strategic partnership between Flexjet’s leadership and its existing shareholders, who will retain control, and the three global investment firms.

L Catterton, KSL Capital Partners and the J. Safra Group all bring a long-standing record of success investing in high-end consumer businesses, with deep expertise in luxury goods, experiential branding and premium travel and hospitality.

Speaking on behalf of the consortium, Scott Dahnke, Global Chief Executive Officer of L Catterton, noted: “Flexjet exemplifies our commitment to investing in category-leading brands. As the company celebrates its thirtieth anniversary, it continues to demonstrate a relentless drive to innovate and elevate the private aviation experience for a discerning clientele.”