The acquisition merges STA’s existing operations—spanning hubs in Santa Ana, Van Nuys, San Jose, New York, and Fort Lauderdale—with a company boasting 47 years of industry history. International Jet, which relocated from California to the Denver area in 1980, holds the title of the longest-tenured operator at Centennial Airport. Beyond its standard charter and management services, the firm brings a specialized background in medical transport, having completed over 10,000 such flights during the last quarter-century.
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STA Jets Expands Mountain West Footprint with International Jet Buyout
Southern California-based STA Jets has signed a definitive agreement to acquire International Jet, a veteran private aviation firm operating out of Centennial, Colorado. This strategic move grants STA a long-standing foothold in the Rocky Mountain region and integrates a diverse fleet and charter operation into its growing national network.
Kurt Belcher, founder of STA Jets, emphasized that the integration aims to bolster fleet capacity and service breadth while maintaining the reputation for consistency established by International Jet. The Colorado-based operator holds FAA Part 135 certification and maintains a private passenger terminal alongside a maintenance program recognized with the Diamond Award of Excellence. By absorbing these assets, STA seeks to leverage a broader geographic reach and increased aircraft availability to enhance its comprehensive private aviation offerings.
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