As governments balance revenue generation with regulatory oversight and sustainability goals, operators face a complex global landscape. Around the world it seems that political convenience can trump economic logic.

Charter rates have been climbing across much of the market, particularly for heavy and ultra-long-range jets where demand has skyrocketed. But pricing shifts are not universal and some markets have remained stable.

Trident had a huge year in 2021, more than doubling the size of its managed fleet. But it doesn't stop there; it will also be adding four super-mids and several turboprops to its 135 certificate this quarter.