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(Bloomberg) -- A Swiss aviation billionaire paid the U.S. government $16 million to resolve a dispute over a Los Angeles mansion he acquired from a Nigerian businessman accused of corruption. (Bloomberg) -- A Swiss aviation billionaire paid the U.S. government $16 million to resolve a dispute over a Los Angeles mansion he acquired from a Nigerian businessman accused of corruption. The property’s current owner, a company belonging to Thomas Flohr, transferred the cash sum on April 22, according to an order issued by a federal judge in Houston on Monday closing the case. Flohr is the founder and chairman of private-jet provider VistaJet Group Holding Ltd. The litigation formed part of U.S. efforts to push for forfeiture of real estate and a yacht initially bought for more than $165 million by Kolawole Aluko, who allegedly acquired the assets with profits generated in Africa’s largest oil producer through bribing a senior Nigerian minister. Aluko purchased the 15,000-square-foot, six-bedroom Bel Air mansion for $24.5 million in 2012, according to legal filings. Sarbonne Estate Inc., a company controlled by Flohr, told the court it subsequently took over the property in April 2016 to allow Aluko, then a VistaJet client, to settle a $21.6 million debt he owed for “exclusive, owner-like access” to a Bombardier Global 6000 aircraft. Aluko designed the transaction to conceal or disguise “the proceeds of specified unlawful activity,” the U.S. government said in the lawsuit it initiated in July 2020. The buyer’s existing relationship with Aluko means Sarbonne Estate “knew and/or had reasonable cause to believe” that the property could be subject to forfeiture, it alleged. Flohr “did not reasonably have cause to believe” that Aluko had acquired the property with funds traceable to crime, Sarbonne Estate countered in court. He understood Aluko to be a wealthy man of legitimate means, the company said. The U.S. and the Swiss entrepreneur now believe the $16 million cash payment, rather than the sale of the mansion at 755 Sarbonne Road, is the “most efficient way to resolve this claim,” according to an unopposed motion filed by the U.S. government on April 24. Risk of Confiscation
In reaching the agreement, neither side has admitted any fault, wrongdoing or liability, it said. Sarbonne Estate has agreed to dismiss another lawsuit it filed against the government in May 2020, seeking to ward off the risk of confiscation. The Justice Department, Flohr and U.S. lawyers representing the VistaJet chairman and Sarbonne Estate didn’t respond to requests for comment. VistaJet, which Flohr founded in 2004 with three planes, now operates hundreds of business aircraft that ferry wealthy clients around the world. The company declined to comment on the settlement. Flohr isn’t accused of playing any role in the Nigerian scandal. ©2022 Bloomberg L.P.

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New York, April 4, 2022: The best sports stars are choosing to travel with VistaJet , the first and only global business aviation company. Ahead of The 2022 Masters Tournament commencing this week, Champion male golfer, Jon Rahm, is officially unveiled as a VistaJet Program Member and Brand Ambassador. The announcement comes at a time when demand for safe, reliable, and conscious travel solutions has become a top priority for clients around the world. The Champion, opted into VistaJet’s carbon offset program , shares why he chose the brand over any other way of flying — inspiring and connecting with like-minded Members and golf enthusiasts around the world. VistaJet’s new golf program , exclusive to Members, grants access to bespoke courses and event experiences across the globe. Partners in excellence — Jon Rahm and VistaJet
A previous fractional jet owner, Jon Rahm became a VistaJet Program Member in 2021 to support his quest for even greater success professionally and personally saying, “fractional simply doesn’t offer this level of flexibility”. Flying VistaJet eliminates risk and limitations that come with ownership, ensuring its Members can fly with guaranteed availability in as little as 24 hours’ notice, anywhere, anytime. Jon has flown on a range of VistaJet aircraft including the Challenger 350 and Global 6000, and has been one of a limited few to experience the record-breaking Global 7500 jet. Having flown the jet to a tournament in Spain he said “after flying VistaJet’s Global 7500 it’s hard to fly anything else — nothing else is comparable, to be honest. I felt like I had a house in the air — I slept a solid eight hours, easily. It was the only time I’ve ever flown over the Atlantic with such a big-time zone change and never had any jet lag”. Whether flying for a tournament, with friends or family, Jon has also benefited from VistaJet’s consistently exceptional service. The brand is one of the only providers to have a Cabin Hostess on every flight, including super-midsize jets. Trained by the best institutions, including the British Butler Institute, WSET, Norland College, and more, VistaJet prides itself on providing a service in the air that is unparalleled and personal. Jon notes,“the amount of work the VistaJet crew has done for us is beyond. They consider things that most would overlook. And knowing that every single Cabin Hostess on board is trained to take care of kids is amazing! We trust them”. Ian Moore, Chief Commercial Officer at VistaJet added: “Golfing great Jon Rahm is the perfect VistaJet Brand Ambassador as golf, much like private aviation, relies on precision, timing, and a commitment to excellence.”
To further inspire Program Members in their passion for the sport, VistaJet’s new golf program will grant its Members access to some of the most private courses, tournaments, golf experiences, and destinations, as part of its Private World collection, including:
Mandarin Oriental, Canouan
Canouan has the only championship 18-hole golf course in the Grenadines archipelago. Located within the 1,200 acre private sanctuary of Grenadines Estate, the par-72 Jim Fazio course is played over two nine-hole loops, with the front nine meandering around the bay for epic views of the beaches and reef, and the second nine climbing up the hillside, presenting incredible vistas of Canouan and the surrounding islands including Mustique and Tobago Cays Marine Park. Rosewood Castiglion del Bosco, Tuscany
The Club at Castiglion del Bosco, Tuscany, is Europe’s finest golf and wine experience at Italy’s only private, members-only golf club. The 18-hole golf course is one of the finest private courses in Europe and the only Continental European design of Champion golfer Tom Weiskopf. Weiskopf’s Tuscan masterpiece is exquisitely blended into the soft curves and contours of the estate’s rolling hills and valleys. For more information about VistaJet’s new golf program please visit: vistajet.com/golf
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VistaJet announces new golf program for Members with Champion Jon Rahm as Global Ambassador

The milestone marks the 100th Global 7500 that Bombardier has delivered and makes VistaJet the owner of 10% of the world's 7500s. Taylor Rains/Insider
Bombardier has recently consolidated its products to focus solely on business aircraft, with its Global 7500 being considered the best of the best. Inside a Bombardier Global 7500 demonstration aircraft at the Dubai Air Show. Thomas Pallini/Insider
The $75 million plane is the largest and longest-ranged purpose-built private jet on the market, boasting an incredible 7,700 nautical mile range and capacity of up to 19 passengers. Inside a Bombardier Global 7500 demonstration aircraft at the Dubai Air Show. Thomas Pallini/Insider
The jet has become a staple of luxury travel that can connect nearly any city pair on Earth, like from New York to Hong Kong or from London to Tokyo. A VistaJet Bombardier Global 7500. VistaJet
At a ceremony in Montreal on Tuesday, Bombardier CEO Éric Martel officially handed the keys to VistaJet founder and chairman Thomas Flohr. Taylor Rains/Insider
"This industry has achieved a great deal, partially through COVID, and the world has actually discovered how efficient it is to use a business jet," Flohr said at the event. Taylor Rains/Insider
Not only is it more convenient for travelers to fly private because they can skip busy airports and security checkpoints, but it is also more sustainable, Flohr explained. Private passengers can many times drive straight up to the plane. Pictured is VistaJet’s Global 5000. Taylor Rains/Insider
Private jet at the airport for the Super Bowl in February 2022. Courtesy of Levi Stockton
Media were welcomed onboard VistaJet's historic Global 7500, which the company has dubbed the "Ferrari of the Skies." Take a look inside the stylish cabin, complete with four separate living spaces. Taylor Rains/Insider
The first room passengers will see when they board is the club suite, which has four seats and a pull-out table in between each pair, allowing for plenty of space to work or discuss business. Taylor Rains/Insider
The seats are zero-gravity loungers called Nuage that are exclusive to the Global 7500. They feature a unique tilt that allows the chair to have a deep recline and floating base. Taylor Rains/Insider
"It feels like you're floating," Flohr told Insider. "They are a new development, and they are just more comfortable and a more modern look for passengers." Taylor Rains/Insider
The seats have plenty of storage space for phones, as well as USB and power outlets to charge electronics. A VistaJet Bombardier Global 7500 at the Dubai Airshow 2021. Thomas Pallini/Insider
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According to Flohr, the space is relatively new in the industry because it has six dining seats instead of the standard four. Taylor Rains/Insider
In partnership with Bombardier, VistaJet developed a unique table that can fold out into a larger surface space but can also connect to the table across the aisle via a leaf in the middle. VistaJet
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Flohr explained that this can be used to relax, watch movies, view a presentation, or have a private business conversation. The room is divided from the conference and club suites via a soundproof pocket door. Taylor Rains/Insider
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"You cannot fly 15 hours in a seat or you'll arrive wrecked, so we have installed a proper bed, not a pull-out, with a permanent mattress so passengers can actually sleep," he told Insider. Taylor Rains/Insider
After the bedroom is a full lavatory with a toilet and sink. It was spacious with plenty of room to change or freshen up. A shower can also be installed, though VistaJet did not have one onboard. Taylor Rains/Insider
During the tour, Flohr emphasized the large size of the windows throughout the cabin, which he said makes passengers feel like they are "floating." Taylor Rains/Insider
Moreover, the seats always align with the windows, which have blinds that can be closed to create a dark cabin. Taylor Rains/Insider
In addition to the four rooms, there is also a full galley and crew rest area at the front of the plane. Taylor Rains/Insider
The rest area has space for three crew members to sit, or one to lay down and rest in between shifts, particularly on flights reaching 16 hours. Taylor Rains/Insider
The galley has plenty of room for the crew members to prepare meals, drinks, or anything else a passenger may need, complete with two refrigerators and two ovens...
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Also in the crew rest area is a second lavatory, which is smaller than the aft bathroom but still spacious. Taylor Rains/Insider
As far as the colors and textures used in the cabin, Flohr told Insider that it started with the color of espresso. Taylor Rains/Insider
"If you pour an espresso, it's obviously very dark but there is also that foam on top," he explained. "So, we felt it was a very balanced color scheme that we could use to design the seats, carpet, and wood." Taylor Rains/Insider
"We're just trying to make the cabin calm and not loud because life is already so stressful, so we wanted a peaceful environment," he continued. VistaJet
According to Jennifer Farquhar, VistaJet's head of group communications, the company is focused on providing a consistent uniform cabin across each plane so passengers have the exact same experience regardless of which Global 7500 they are on. Taylor Rains/Insider
"We've had some of our cabin hostesses take photos upon landing, particularly families with kids, of the exact location of the coloring books or stuff animals left out," she told Insider. Taylor Rains/Insider
"But then it's a whole different crew that will pick the passengers up, but they can place that teddy bear where the child left it, so it makes them feel like they're coming back to their home," she continued. Taylor Rains/Insider

Bombardier just delivered its 100th Global 7500 business jet built for the ultra-wealthy that features a private bedroom &mdash; see inside the 'Ferrari of the Skies'

WITH THE ACQUISITION OF JET EDGE’S PLATFORM
Acquisition of the private aviation services platform of Jet Edge, the fastest-growing North American charter operator, significantly scales up Vista’s U.S. presence;
The acquisition provides additional flexibility, infrastructure and scale to support its growing client base and demand across North America;
Vista clients to access 100 additional aircraft , including the largest charter fleet of Gulfstream jets in the U.S.;
Jet Edge Reserve Members and Aircraft Owners will benefit significantly from Vista’s broader global fleet and platform;
Bill Papariella, Jet Edge CEO, to join Vista’s executive team as Chief Business Officer and Jet Edge’s experienced management team remaining in place, in accordance with U.S. DOT requirements;
Transaction expected to complete in the second quarter of 2022, subject to customary closing conditions;
Follows the recent successful integrations of Red Wing Aviation, Apollo Jets and Talon Air into Vista’s ecosystem and AIR HAMBURG acquisition announcement. Dubai, March 31, 2022: Vista Global Holding (Vista), the world’s leading private aviation group, announces that it has entered into an agreement to acquire the private aviation services platform of Jet Edge, the fastest-growing North American charter operator. Founded in 2011, Jet Edge is an integrated charter, management and brokerage platform and a leading U.S. provider of large cabin and super-midsize private jet charter and aircraft management services. At the time of this announcement, Jet Edge has a run rate of 60,000+ yearly flight hours, exclusively in the large-cabin and super-midsize category. Following the completion of the transaction in Q2 2022 Vista expects its fleet availability to expand to approximately 350 aircraft. The move highlights Vista’s continued investment into the U.S., the largest and fastest-growing region, and follows the recent announcement of a deal with AIR HAMBURG, balancing its fleet to respond to the significant demand it experienced across the two the largest aviation markets. Thomas Flohr, Vista’s Founder and Chairman, said: “Vista’s commitment is to provide the most comprehensive range of flying solutions in private aviation. Today’s announcement brings significant value to our clients, with access to a further 100 aircraft, expanding our fleet at a time of unprecedented demand for business aviation services. “Our vision is to provide the best services, anytime and anywhere, for every client. Bringing Jet Edge, the fastest-growing large-cabin and super-mid on demand company in the U.S., into the Group scales up our presence in North America, giving Vista the opportunity to turbocharge growth in the most dynamic business aviation market. It also means expanding our offering and presenting our Members with the chance to fly on the largest fleet of Gulfstream aircraft available for charter. “I am also delighted to welcome Bill Papariella to Vista’s executive team as Chief Business Officer. As we continue to revolutionize the private aviation market, we are ready to integrate the extensive expertise of our new colleagues across the whole Jet Edge family. This acquisition is the latest example of Vista’s ability to capitalize on key opportunities in the highly fragmented and fast-growing business aviation world.”
Bill Papariella, Jet Edge's CEO, said: “Vista is, without a doubt, the best operational platform in private aviation, and it aligns with our company’s promise of safe operational service and a superior flight experience. Thanks to industry-leading technology, the most coveted global fleet and the personal expertise of everyone on the team, this merger takes the Jet Edge platform to the next level overnight. Our Members will now get access to an extensive global fleet, programs, services and a network able to fly them anywhere in the world. Our Aircraft Owners will be able to take advantage of the enormous charter demand, global infrastructure and procurement advantages that Vista generates via its iconic brands VistaJet and XO. “We are proud of the personal relationships we have built with each one of our Reserve Members and our Aircraft Owners — this has been the main driver behind our tremendous growth in the past few years, at a time when aircraft availability was at a historical minimum. We cannot wait to be able to offer them additional value through our integration with Vista. I couldn’t be more proud of the hard work of our teams, and I am excited about our long future together as a Vista company”. The values of maximum safety and customer service excellence are critical for both organizations and the acquisition of the private aviation services platform of Jet Edge is the latest chapter of a longstanding partnership between the company and XO, VistaJet and Apollo Jets. The acquisition brings together two long-established companies with the shared vision of delivering the best flying solutions and experiences to their Members. The merger is the latest step in Vista’s relentless transformation of the highly fragmented business aviation ecosystem. Vista’s maintenance services in North America will expand with the acquisition of Jet Edge’s Part 145 maintenance facility, located strategically on the West Coast. It will provide a full suite of maintenance services to a wide range of aircraft types, augmenting the maintenance capacity across the U.S. and securing better access to parts. The acquisition will also provide two branded lounges in Van Nuys and Teterboro, ready to welcome all guests departing from these strategic terminals. In accord with U.S. DOT requirements, Vista will acquire Jet Edge aircraft, hospitality and maintenance facilities, while its U.S. strategic operating partner XOJET Aviation will acquire a majority stake of the Part 135 certificates of Jet Select and Western Air Charter. — Ends —
About Vista
Vista Global Holding’s (Vista) subsidiaries provide worldwide business flight services. A global group headquartered at the DIFC in Dubai, Vista integrates a unique portfolio of companies offering asset-free services to cover all key aspects of business aviation: guaranteed and on demand global flight coverage; subscription and Membership solutions; and cutting-edge mobility technology. The Group’s mission is to lead the change to provide clients with the most advanced flying services at the very best value, anytime, anywhere around the world. Vista’s knowledge and understanding of all facets of the industry deliver the best end-to-end offering and technology to all business aviation clients through its VistaJet and XO branded services and duly licensed carriers. Vista is not a direct air carrier and does not operate or charter flights. More Vista information and news at www.vistaglobal.com
About Jet Edge
Jet Edge is a leader in full-service global private aviation. As an integrated super-midsize and large cabin management operator and maintenance provider, Jet Edge services aircraft owners and charter flyers with a world-class operational platform. Jet Edge extends individual clients and corporations 365-day-a-year access to one of the most well-appointed aircraft fleets in the world. Backed by award-winning safety programs and overseen by a leadership team with wide-ranging experience in commercial and private aviation operations and management, Jet Edge delivers excellence in aircraft management, charter management, on-demand charter, aircraft sales, and maintenance. More information can be found at  www.flyjetedge.com
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Vista Global Holding Limited (“Vista”) does not own or operate any aircraft. All flights are performed by FAA-licensed/DOT-registered EASA or U.S. certified Vista group direct air carriers and/or partner operators. Vista holds non-controlling minority stakes in XOJET Aviation, GMJ Air Shuttle, Red Wing Aviation and Talon Air.

Vista strengthens its global and U.S. leadership with the acquisition of Jet Edge's platform

Scuderia Ferrari Club organizes charitable events for Ferrari Formula 1 enthusiasts, supporting the Ferrari Formula 1 Team during the US Grand Prix, as well as all the races during the season. It is based in Maranello, Italy.

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Ahead of the first race in Bahrain , VistaJet announces a fourth year as Scuderia Ferrari 's partner , helping the team to enjoy a safe and seamless flying experience as they travel around the world to compete in the 2022 Formula One season .

VistaJet partners with the Scuderia Ferrari team for a fourth year

Bombardier (TSE: BBD.B) is a manufacturer of both planes and trains. The company's extensive and diverse portfolio of mobility solutions includes business jets, commercial aircraft, high-speed trains, and public transit.On July 31, 2002, Bombardier was acquired by Alstom, terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

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Éric Martel , President and Chief Executive Officer , Bombardier Inc. , said : `` We are extremely proud of our long-standing partnership with VistaJet and are thrilled that they have again chosen Bombardier Inc. aircraft to support their fleet expansion plans .

Bombardier Confirms VistaJet as Customer for Previously Disclosed Order for 10 Challenger 350 Aircraft

SkyNRG develops and sells sustainable jet fuel for the global aviation market.

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As a fundamental step to further increase sustainability , VistaJet Ltd has signed a new partnership with SkyNRG , offering all VistaJet Ltd customers around the world access to sustainable aviation fuel .

Posted By: VistaJet - September 23 2020.
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