US charter and aircraft management specialist Talon Air Jets has been recognised with a 2019 Friendly Flyer award by Van Nuys airport. The recognition is given to aircraft operators that achieve 99 per cent or greater compliance with the Californian airport's voluntary noise abatement programmes.

According to Talon CEO James Chitty: “We appreciate this honour, which demonstrates our commitment to the environment and to being a good neighbour at the airports we serve. This is also a testament to our pilots' high degree of professionalism and the pride they have in being a Talon pilot.”

2020 has been a period of substantial growth for Talon. In the past year, the company has added several new aircraft, including a Teterboro-based Gulfstream 550 and GV, a Scottsdale, Arizona-based Falcon 2000 and two Challenger 300s, one in White Plains and the other in Teterboro. All Talon Aircraft feature modern cabins, including high speed wi-fi, and are available for worldwide charter.

Talon has also seen a significant increase in flight activity to pre-pandemic levels among existing clients and new customers. “With so many people seeking a safe and healthy option for their leisure and business travel, we have welcomed many people who are new to private aviation,” says Chitty. “Talon assures passengers of something we all value in these uncertain times: peace of mind.”