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Planet Nine secures Wingman PRO status once again
The California-based operator renewed its certification after demonstrating ongoing safety excellence and commitment to Wyvern’s highest industry standards.
Planet Nine's co-founder, Matthew Walter.

Planet Nine Private Air has renewed its Wyvern Wingman PRO certification, reaffirming its commitment to safety through participation in Wyvern’s Flight Leader Program. Wyvern awards Wingman PRO status to operators that not only meet its flagship Wingman standards but also demonstrate effective safety management, address human factors and maintain ongoing compliance through internal audits.

“Achieving and maintaining our Wyvern Wingman PRO certification is a testament to the relentless dedication and commitment to safety that defines Planet Nine,” says Planet Nine's co-founder Matthew Walter. “This rigorous evaluation process validates our continuous efforts to elevate the safety culture within our operations, ensuring that we provide our clients with the highest level of security and reliability.”

“Planet Nine’s certification as a Wyvern Wingman PRO operator sets it apart from other operators in the air charter industry,” adds Andrew Day, Wyvern’s senior vice president, operations. “This achievement validates its commitment to attaining and maintaining an enduring safety culture that elevates its performance above other operators who are just beginning to embrace the value of formal safety risk management.”

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