UAE-based business aviation services group Falcon has added the first Gulfstream to a charter fleet that now includes 16 jets. On Tuesday, the company confirmed that it has taken delivery of a G450, which is now available along with an Embraer Legacy 650 and an ERJ-145, as well as a mix of 13 Bombardier Global models and Challenger 605s.
Like the existing aircraft, the G450 is owned and operated by Falcon. It offers nonstop range from Dubai to destinations such as Zurich, the Maldives, and the Seychelles.
“We listen closely to what our clients want, [and] their preferences guide everything we do,” said Rashit Abdulla Rashit Al Shene, founder and chairman of Alex Group Investment, which owns Falcon. “The arrival of the Gulfstream G450 is our way to show that we are always one step ahead in meeting their expectations.”
Falcon is the private aviation division of Alex Group Investments, which has interests including real estate, restaurants and retail. Its aircraft operate under a UAE air operator certificate, as well as a separate San Marino AOC.
Apart from its charter operations, Falcon also operates FBO and MRO facility at Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport (OMDW), which it acquired from Abu Dhabi-based business aviation group Falcon Aviation. These businesses trade, respectively, under the names Falcon Elite and Falcon Technic. The pre-owned G450 aircraft was also bought from Falcon Aviation.
According to Falcon, the FBO achieved more than a 150% increase in traffic in the 10 months spanning August 2024 and May 2025. However, it declined to specify the total number of movements handled.
Private flights are marketed and arranged by the Falcon Luxe charter sales division. In May, Falcon Luxe started offering block-hour packages to private charter customers. The company said its team provides flexible terms for pre-agreed flight hours at preferential rates set according to a client’s specific travel needs.
This story was updated on August 18 to include more complete information about the Falcon group.