Solairus, a US aircraft management and charter services provider, has announced that founder and chief executive officer Dan Drohan has been recognised by the Living Legends of Aviation at the organisation's recent 23rd Annual Awards.

The Living Legends of Aviation Awards are among the industry's most respected honours, recognising pioneers and leaders whose contributions have helped shape the industry across business aviation, aerospace, military flight and space. Drohan's inclusion reflects both his leadership and the evolution of Solairus into a scaled, trusted aviation platform with lasting impact on the industry.

“I'm deeply grateful for this recognition, which reflects the extraordinary team at Solairus and the standard of excellence they uphold every day,” comments Drohan. “From the beginning, building this company has been about people and culture, prioritising safety, integrity and impeccable client service. Any success we've achieved is the result of aviation professionals who bring that commitment to their work every day, and I'm proud to lead that effort alongside them.”

Founded with a long-term vision for excellence in aircraft management, Solairus today manages more than 360 aircraft and supports a team of over 2,300 aviation professionals. Under Drohan's leadership, Solairus remains at the forefront of modern aircraft management and charter as owners and flight crews seek partners with the scale and infrastructure to operate reliably over the long term.

“This recognition underscores the journey Solairus has been on for nearly 17 years,” Drohan concludes. “We remain focused on doing the fundamentals exceptionally well and continuing to build an organisation that our clients and team members can rely on for the long run.”