Volato Group’s Vaunt empty leg booking platform has launched a premium membership tier, Vaunt Cabin Plus, and has rebranded its existing membership as Vaunt Core.

Vaunt Core, formerly known as the standard Vaunt membership, offers access to light jets for up to four passengers. Members enjoy unlimited access to Core Flight waitlists, the ability to purchase one Core Flight Priority Upgrade per year and standby access to Cabin Plus flights.

Vaunt Cabin Plus expands access to midsize and larger jets and is tailored for larger groups or those seeking more spacious aircraft. Members can also purchase one Cabin Plus Priority Upgrade per year in addition to one Core Priority Upgrade per year and have access to the same flexible, convenient booking process.

Vaunt president Nicholas Cooper says: “These membership tiers deliver value to our members and are designed to support the growth of our recently announced Third Party Operator Program, while increasing our flight inventory for members.”

Vaunt Core memberships are $1,995 per annum, and Vaunt Cabin Plus memberships are $7,495, with a special launch offer available within the app. As a benefit to existing members, any existing Vaunt Core memberships as of 30 November, 2024 may renew their memberships at the original launch price of $995.

Vaunt has also unveiled Version 2.0 of its app, featuring a refined design built for scalability and an ambitious growth roadmap. The update prioritises simplicity, with clear, intentional touches that enhance communication and usability.

“Our goal was to create an experience distinct from commercial travel,” says Tim Graves, head of marketing at Volato Group. “This redesign nurtures the allure of flying private, with an elevated aesthetic and streamlined user experience. It’s a crucial step in scaling the app, laying a foundation for future innovation and new features.”

Vaunt has achieved 50 per cent revenue growth since June 2024 and has expanded flight inventory with the integration of the first Cessna Citation Excel/XLS flights from flyExclusive’s fleet, ahead of an additional 58 jets from flyExclusive's fleet to Vaunt's inventory. These aircraft will be gradually made available to Vaunt members and are anticipated to accelerate the growth of Vaunt’s financial performance.

“Following the positive feedback from members flying on flyExclusive’s CJ3+ fleet, the addition of Excel/XLS aircraft further underscores our mission to make private aviation more accessible and enjoyable for all,” says Cooper. “The Excel/XLS offers a winning combination of comfort, performance and range, and for the first time offers our members a nine-passenger cabin experience. As always, Vaunt members can bring their friends and family at no additional cost to join them and fly.”