The International Aircraft Dealers Association (IADA) has increased its reach with eight new members, including three IADA-accredited dealers and five IADA-verified products and services members. This latest expansion brings the organization’s total membership to a historic high of 169 companies.
Among the new dealer members to earn accreditation are Aviation Sales Associates in Costa Mesa, California; Flightline Group in Tallahassee, Florida; and San Francisco-based Global Elite Aviation. Being granted initial IADA accreditation—a requirement for full dealer membership—means customers receive efficient, ethical, and effective aircraft transactions, and dealers must be re-accredited every three years.
IADA also lists among its members vetted companies that provide ancillary services to the aircraft transaction sector. Its five newest representatives in that category include lenders Fifth Third Bank based in Cincinnati, Ohio, and First National Capital in Irvine, California; law firms Jaffa & Co. in the UK and Florida-based Lapayowker Jet Counsel; and aircraft management provider Silver Air Private Jets in Santa Barbara, California.
“This unprecedented growth underscores the trust and respect that IADA members command in the business aircraft resale community,” said Wayne Starling, the trade organization's executive director. “Our newest members are recognized leaders in their respective fields, and they epitomize the high standards of professionalism, integrity, and expertise that IADA represents.”