Press Release

10.4.23

WHEELING, IL (OCTOBER 4, 2023) – With a growing base of national accounts and clientele, Priester Aviation announces the promotion of a sales specialist to lead its charter aircraft division. The private aircraft management, charter and management provider is promoting Victor Schaefer to National Director of Charter Sales. Schaefer, who served in a similar position […]

7.18.23

WHEELING, IL (JULY 18, 2023) – Family-led businesses have always delivered the most customer-focused aviation services, built on fostering long-term relationships and loyalty. Since 1945, Priester Aviation has prided itself on continuing to provide personal service while expanding its legacy to include greater resources and capabilities for its clients. Since 1955, Hill Aircraft has been […]

5.23.23

WHEELING, IL (MAY 23, 2023) – Private aircraft management, charter and maintenance providers Priester Aviation and Mayo Aviation announce the promotion of recognized industry safety advocate Carl Bennett to the role of Vice President of Quality and Safety. Since 2018, Bennett has served as Director of Safety for Colorado-based Mayo Aviation, which joined with Priester […]

5.9.23

WASHINGTON D.C., May 9, 2023 – The Air Charter Safety Foundation (ACSF.aero), a 501(c)3 nonprofit whose mission is to promote aviation safety among general and business aviation operators, has recently reregistered Priester Aviation and Mayo Aviation to its Industry Audit Standard (IAS) Registry. The ACSF’s audit is a detailed gap analysis of an operator’s management […]

9.15.22

For more than 75 years, Priester Aviation has created a history of building strong relationships within aviation and delivering an unmatched level of customer service. To enhance those strengths, the aircraft management and private travel provider has agreed to acquire Mayo Aviation, a similarly customer-focused, family-led private aviation company.   Priester Aviation, headquartered in Chicago, […]

7.13.22

With more clients discovering the advantages of private aviation through charter flights, Priester Aviation has expanded its offerings to answer market demand. The company announces that it will relaunch its Centerline Jet Card product to provide concierge-level service to customers who fly frequently. The invitation-only service provides clients access to immediate booking and guaranteed availability, […]