ExecuJet's fixed base operator (FBO) facility in Auckland (NZAA) is the first FBO in New Zealand to achieve International Standard for Business Aircraft Handling (IS-BAH) Stage I accreditation, following a successful audit in July 2026.

Feedback from the audit highlighted the professionalism of the Auckland operation and the maturity of its supporting systems. The accreditation is the first step towards ExecuJet Auckland's longer-term objective of achieving Stage III.

Patrick Hansen, CEO of Luxaviation Group, of which ExecuJet is part, says: “Achieving IS-BAH Stage I accreditation in Auckland as the first FBO in New Zealand to do so is a recognition of the standards we apply across ExecuJet. Safety remains fundamental to how we operate and standards such as IS-BAH are key to maintaining consistency across our global FBO network.”

Darren McGoldrick, vice president Asia Pacific, Luxaviation Group, says: “The audit highlighted the way the team works together and the value of the wider ExecuJet and Luxaviation management framework supporting the operation. We look forward to building on this foundation as we continue to develop our Auckland operation.”

The Auckland accreditation comes as ExecuJet continues to build its FBO presence across Asia-Pacific. Sydney and Melbourne achieved IS-BAH Stage III accreditation in 2023 and earlier this year ExecuJet was appointed sole FBO operator at Sydney International Airport.

IS-BAH is a globally recognised safety standard specifically for FBOs, with accreditation issued by the International Business Aviation Council (IBAC). The standard focuses on risk management, safety culture and the ongoing development of operational best practices.