Volato, which operates one of the world’s largest fleets of HondaJets, has now added the super-midsize Gulfstream G280 to its fractional ownership program fleet. Two years ago, the company announced its order for a quartet of the twinjets, and it expects to take delivery of its first G280 next week.
To celebrate the aircraft's arrival and the expansion of the fleet to a higher weight class, the Atlanta-based operator will immediately take the G280—which seats up to 10 and has a range of up to 3,600 nm—on a tour for prospective buyers starting on August 9. It will begin in its hometown, followed by stops in Chicago, Los Angeles, Dallas, Miami, New York, and Houston on the following days. The company anticipates receiving a second G280 by the end of the year, with the remainder of the order expected to arrive in 2025.
“Our customers’ travel needs are diverse, and while the majority of private aviation missions are efficiently served by the HondaJet, there is significant demand for larger aircraft for longer journeys and bigger groups,” explained Volato CEO Matt Liotta. “The G280 addresses these needs, ensuring we continue to provide the right aircraft for every mission.”