Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (OTE) – VistaJet, the first and only global
private aviation company and part
of the Vista group, announces that it is the first foreign operator
to offer flights internally within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This
exciting agreement is a commitment to dedicate VistaJet services and
expertise to facilitate the strategic goals of the Kingdom, and with
the leadership’s vision and implementation of the General Authority
of Civil Aviation (GACA).
Given the nature of Vista’s fully-owned floating fleet, the
company is best positioned to offer immediate private aviation
services throughout the Kingdom, while ensuring the operational
efficiencies of its worldwide operations continue to best serve local
clients. With the largest international fleet of Global 7500
aircraft, and soon Global 8000 jets, VistaJet clients can
additionally reach any point around the globe non-stop directly from
the Kingdom, thanks to its strategic central geographical position.
Nick van der Meer, Chief Operating Officer at Vista, said: „The
approval and recognition from GACA marks a significant milestone for
Vista’s operations in the Kingdom. By expanding our domestic
capabilities, we are not only strengthening our regional presence,
but also amplifying the efficiency of our global fleet. We are proud
to support Vision 2030 and grateful to the leadership and the GACA
team for making this possible. This enables us to serve our clients
with seamless access across the Kingdom and beyond, ensuring that
every journey reflects Vista’s commitment to reliability, consistency
and world-class service.“
Saudi Arabia’s aviation industry is undergoing a historic
transformation, positioned as a key pillar of the Kingdom’s Vision
2030. With bold ambitions to become a global hub for travel, trade
and investment, the Kingdom and GACA are rapidly modernizing the
country’s aviation landscape through regulation, infrastructure and
innovation, connecting Asia, Africa and Europe like never before.
This vision is symbiotic to Vista’s operations as the most advanced,
sustainable and interconnected flying solutions at the very best
value, anytime, anywhere around the world.
VistaJet has served the market for more than 15 years — more than
any other international operator — and is committed to ensuring it
adds true value to the Kingdom. Saudi Arabia has proven a key growth
market for VistaJet, and continues to deliver numerous opportunities.
During the first half of 2025, the company saw a 32% increase in
VistaJet Program Members in the Kingdom year-over-year, highlighting
the drive in demand for both domestic and global flying solutions for
both local and international clients.
„We are delighted to be working with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
and GACA, reinforcing our commitment to offering clients reliable,
flexible and trusted flying solutions through our global and regional
infrastructure,“ comments Mazen Obaid, President — Middle East at
Vista. „As a Saudi myself, I am extremely proud and excited for this
new venture, and of all the opportunities that I know we can achieve
together. We thank the Kingdom and its leadership for its dynamic
Vision 2030, and we very much look forward to hiring many local
experts and investing locally.“
Vista has innovated the industry for over 20 years, flying
corporations and private clients to over 200 countries and
territories on the Vista Members‘ fleet of over 270 iconic silver and
red business jets, across a range of aircraft types, focusing on
super-midsize and global range. From Challenger 350 to the flagship
Global 7500, Vista offers the best aircraft in each cabin class for
every trip.
This announcement follows Vista successfully closing an Equity
and Term Loan B transaction totaling $1.3 billion in the first
quarter of this year. These transactions are a strong endorsement of
Vista’s strategy and long-term vision for the future. With enhanced
operations, increased services and expanding geographical presence in
emerging markets, the business continues to evolve to demand — the
agreement with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and GACA is another major
milestone, strengthening Vista’s position in a key market.
About VistaJet
VistaJet Limited is a European air carrier that operates 9H
registered aircraft under its Maltese Air Operator Certificate No. MT
-17. VistaJet US Inc. is an air charter broker that does not operate
aircraft. VistaJet-owned and U.S.-registered aircraft are operated by
properly licensed U.S. direct air carriers, including XOJET Aviation
LLC (DBA Vista America), JetSelect LLC (DBA Vista America), Western
Air Charter Inc (DBA Vista America), and Red Wing Aeroplane LLC (DBA
Vista America).
About Vista
„Vista“ is a trade name forVistaGlobal Holding Limited.Vistadoes
not operate any aircraft. All flights are performed by properly
licensed operators, which may include subsidiaries such asVistaJet
Limited orVistaJet GmbH.Vistaalso holds a non-controlling minority
stake in FAA-licensed and DOT registered US direct air carriers XOJET
Aviation LLC (DBAVistaAmerica), Red Wing Aeroplane LLC (
DBAVistaAmerica), Western Air Charter, Inc. (DBAVistaAmerica), Jet
Select, LLC (DBAVistaAmerica), and Talon Air LLC.
VistaJet is the first and only global business aviation company.
On the unrivaled Vista Members‘ fleet of over 270 aircraft, VistaJet
has flown corporations, governments and private clients to over 200
countries and territories, covering 96% of the world. Founded over 20
years ago, the company pioneered an innovative business model where
customers are granted access to an entire fleet while paying only for
the hours they fly, free of the responsibilities and asset risks
linked to aircraft ownership and fractional ownership. VistaJet’s
signature Program membership offers customers a bespoke subscription
of flight hours on its fleet of mid and long-range jets, to fly them
anytime, anywhere, with as little as 24 hours‘ notice.
VistaJet is part of Vista Global Holding (Vista) — the world’s
leading private aviation group, headquartered at the DIFC in Dubai,
integrating a unique portfolio of companies offering asset-free
solutions to cover all key aspects of business aviation.
More VistaJet information and news at .
Vista Global Holding Limited () is the world’s leading global
business aviation company providing worldwide business flight
services through its network of subsidiaries and a team of over 4,000
experts. A global group headquartered in Dubai, Vista integrates a
unique portfolio of companies to offer asset free services to cover
all key aspects of business aviation, including guaranteed and on
demand global flight coverage, subscription and membership solutions,
and trading and management services.
Innovating the industry for over 20 years through continuous
investment in talent, technology, and infrastructure, Vista’s mission
is to provide the most advanced flying services at the very best
value — anytime, anywhere around the world.
Vista’s extensive industry expertise enables it to deliver
comprehensive end-to-end solutions and technology to meet the needs
of business aviation clients around the world.
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