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Citation X provides a speedy solution for Modesto
Modesto’s growing charter fleet now includes a Citation X, two PC-24 light business jets, two Nextant 400 light jets, King Airs and PC-12s. In addition to its charter work it is also responsible for an FBO in California.
The Citation X is renowned for refinement.
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Part 135 operator Modesto Jet Center, which runs the sole FBO at Modesto City-County airport-Harry Sham Field in Modesto, California, has added a super midsize Citation X jet to its aircraft management and charter fleet.

Located in the heart of California’s Central Valley, Modesto Jet is flight minutes away from the Bay Area, making it an ideal option for Bay Area private charter travellers. The company’s growing charter fleet now includes a Citation X, two PC-24 light business jets, two Nextant 400 light jets, King Airs and PC-12s.

The Citation X features an extensive range that is ideal for trips from San Francisco to New York, Miami or beyond.

“This aircraft represents the pinnacle of speed, efficiency and luxury in private aviation, allowing us to provide our clients with an unmatched travel experience,” says director of operations Scott Siemiller. “Whether flying coast-to-coast or on shorter regional trips, the Citation X offers the perfect blend of performance and comfort that our passengers expect.”

Modesto Jet Center offers customers fuel sales, line service, aircraft management, charter, and acquisition and brokerage services, with the attention to detail customers have come to expect from the FBO’s team. As an Avfuel-branded FBO, Modesto Jet Center offers customers competitive prices with Avfuel Contract Fuel and lucrative rewards with AVTRIP.

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