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Craft introduces first light jet to charter certificate
The Premier 1A is based in Miami, and its nimbleness and reliability make it a fantastic option for clients needing efficient and luxurious short hop travel.
Read this story in our July 2024 printed issue.

Provider of premium charter services Craft has added its first light jet, a Premier 1A, to its charter certificate. The airCraft will primarily be based out of Miami, a strategic location that provides optimal convenience for quick, regional flights.

The Premier 1A is ideal for intimate groups, accommodating passengers comfortably for short hops within a two and a half hour flight radius. Its versatility and speed make it a good choice for those seeking quick, reliable and luxurious air travel solutions.

CEO Israel Slodowitz says: “The Premier 1A holds a special place in my heart as it was the first jet I was type-rated on. Adding this airCraft to our fleet represents both a personal and professional achievement for me. The Premier 1A’s nimbleness and reliability make it a fantastic option for our clients who need efficient and luxurious travel.”

EVP Natan Benchimol, whose first engineering job was at Raytheon, adds: “It is exciting to see this airCraft in our fleet.”

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