Jessie Naor and Preston Holland | Experts in Private and Corporate Aviation

The VIP Seat: Private Aviation News

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Join Jessie Naor and Preston Holland on The VIP Seat for the latest insights in private aviation, covering business aviation trends, private jet reviews, and more. We break down the biggest stories of the week in corporate aviation, from jet charter trends and Part 135 shenanigans to aviation safety news that the big players hope you'll miss. Expect hot takes, sharp analysis, and real talk with industry insiders, operators, and disruptors. Whether you’re flying private or an industry insider, buckle up and let's take off.

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Jessie Naor and Preston Holland | Experts in Private and Corporate Aviation

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Leisure

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thevipseat.com

Latest episode

Jul 8, 2026

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Episodes

Gulfstream Installing Starlink Fleetwide and Virtual Reality Becomes a Reality in Flight Training 07.11.2024

Subscribe at www.theVIPseat.com Summary In this episode of the VIP seat, host Jessie Naor and Matt Thurber, Editor-in-Chief, discuss the latest trends and challenges in the private aviation industry. They cover regulatory changes, innovations in fuel technology, the impact of government regulations on private jets, and the potential for a jet market bubble. The conversation also highlights advance...

Infamous Jet Tracker Jack Sweeney Banned from Meta; Boeing is Getting Out of Space 31.10.2024

Subscribe at www. TheVIPSeat.com Summary In this conversation, Jordan Scales discusses the recent successes of the NBAA's Young Professional Council, highlighting record attendance at events and the growing inclusion of senior professionals. News on private jet tracker, Jack Sweeny's, ban from Meta and X. The discussion then shifts to the eVTOL industry, exploring its rapid growth, current challen...

Wheels Up Buys GrandView Fleet; FAA Issues Rules for eVTOLs 24.10.2024

Subscribe at www. TheVIPSeat.com Summary In this episode, Jessie Naor and Tom Lelyo discuss the latest developments in private aviation, including Wheels Up's acquisition of Grandview Aviation, the challenges and opportunities in the market, and the unique design competition hosted by FlexJet. They also touch on labor issues in aviation manufacturing, the infrastructure challenges for EVTOLs, and...

Hello, this is your pilot sleeping; Vistajet continues the PR battle 17.10.2024

Subscribe to our weekly newsletters at www.thevipseat.com Summary In this episode of The VIP Seat, hosts Jessie Naor and Preston Holland discuss various topics in the aviation industry, including the FAA's quick response to the Moss interpretation, the controversy surrounding pilot napping regulations, and the ongoing legal battle between VistaJet and AirX. They also touch on the implications of L...

New FAA Interpretation Threatens BizAv; Civilian Rescue Teams and Feds Feud 10.10.2024

Summary In this episode, Jessie Naor and Delray Dobbins discuss significant developments in the aviation industry, including Textron's eVTOL concept, the challenges faced by civilian responders during the Helene disaster, and a concerning FAA interpretation affecting aviation mechanics. They explore the implications of these changes on the industry, particularly regarding the future of aviation me...

Elon Musk calls for FAA Administrator to Resign; Private Jets and Helicopters Assist Helene Victims 03.10.2024

Sign up for our newsletter at: https://vipseat.beehiiv.com/ Story update: After the time of recording, reports were released that Textron will now attend NBAA BACE after customer requests. Summary In this episode, Jessie Naor and Lee Brewster discuss current events in aviation, including the impact of Hurricane Helene and the response from the private aviation sector. They explore the future of av...

$116 Million Helicopter Settlement; Electronic Warfare Impacting Business Jet Flights 26.09.2024

Summary In this episode of the VIP Seat, hosts Jessie Naor and Caleb Stitely discuss the latest developments in private aviation, including the impact of global warfare on aviation operations, legislative changes regarding aviation security, and a significant wrongful death settlement in a helicopter crash. They also explore emerging trends in advanced air mobility and the current state of charter...

Employees Sue Volato and it's Superyacht Shopping Season; September 19th, 2024 19.09.2024

Get our weekly email digest here: https://vipseat.beehiiv.com/ Summary In this episode, Jessie Naor discusses the latest developments in private aviation, including legal challenges faced by companies like Volate and ATP Flight School, the rise of eVTOLs and how China may be first to market, the NBA builds its own private jet fleet for players, the implications of taxation on luxury industries, up...

Overtime Sep 12, 2024: Private Jet Empty Leg Flights 12.09.2024

In the first overtime edition of the VIP Seat, private aviation expert and tech wiz Shaan Bhanji (Founder, FlyEasy) and Jessie Naor (Former President & Founder, GrandView Aviation) talk about how operators are underutilizing a key marketing tool at their disposal.

Private jet flights still struggling; the Coast Guard is in charge of a flying boat? 12.09.2024

Summary In this conversation, Jessie Naor and Shaan Bhanji discuss various topics related to private aviation. They talk about the new lease deal for Atlantic Aviation at the Aspen airport, the transportation of 💩 by helicopter in Scotland, the decline in charter flights in North America and Europe, the pilot pay parity issue in Canada, and the testing of the Regent Viceroy Sea Glider. They also...

College Athletes Make Bank on BizAv Deals and Someone tries to steal a GIV 05.09.2024

Subscribe to our Weekly Email Digest . Co-hosted by Jessie Naor (Founder, VIP Seat) and Jacquie Dalton (Founder & CEO of Sparrow Executive Jets). Summary This conversation covers various topics in private aviation, including a seizure of the Venezuelan President's jet, an attempted business jet theft, and college athletes cashing in on the private jet market. The hosts discuss the importance o...

Burning Man Private Flights; Starbucks CEO private jet outrage 29.08.2024

Subscribe to our weekly digest: here . Summary This week's top stories in private aviation include the controversy surrounding the new Starbucks CEO's use of company jets, the progress of autonomous flights with XWing and Joby, the upcoming commercial spacewalk with billionaire Jared Isaacman, the possibility of pilotless airplanes in the future, plus how to fly privately to Burning Man 2024, and...

The G400 Flies, and an inflight Wifi provider goes out of business 22.08.2024

Subscribe to our Weekly Digest at vipseat.beehiiv.com On this week's edition, Jessie Naor and co-host Preston Holland discuss the top stories in private aviation: SAF may not be living up to its promises, Gulfstream's G400 takes off, SmartSky networks shuts down, Volato to furlough pilots and return leased aircraft, and the National Business Aviation Association sells its share in the European Bus...

Trailer - The VIP Seat 09.08.2024

Welcome to The VIP Seat, the ultimate podcast for all things private aviation! Join us each week as we take you behind the scenes of the glamorous world of private flying, covering the top stories, trends, and insights for investors, fliers, and industry insiders alike. From exclusive interviews with industry leaders to in-depth analysis of the latest developments in private aviation, The VIP Seat...

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