In addition to the operations support team, Solairus provides complete, transparent fiscal management of your aircraft. The Solairus accounting department is staffed with industry-experienced personnel and managed by a Chief Financial Officer who has over 15 years of experience in the aircraft management business. Customized processes and procedures have been implemented to ensure accurate and timely analysis and processing of all aviation-related expenses. The funds required to operate your aircraft are placed in a segregated account in your name, and from which Solairus directly pays your aircraft expenses. There is no commingling of your funds with Solairus’ operating account.
Owner Benefits Via Vendor Discounts
The Solairus purchasing group has developed programs that leverage the buying power derived from a fleet of over two hundred aircraft as well as long-term vendor relationships. This enables Solairus to deliver significant cost savings on fuel, insurance, crew training, and maintenance.
Any discounts we negotiate are passed on to you 100% in full, with no mark-up and no commission.
Fuel Savings
Solairus has developed a national fuel purchasing program to ensure preferred pricing wherever you fly. Our program relies on a multiple vendor approach to fuel purchasing with worldwide contract fuel capabilities.
A substantial portion of your fuel will be purchased at your home base, and Solairus will negotiate specific rates on your behalf. If you wish to provide us a list of common destinations, we would be happy to quote discounted fuel pricing away from your home base.
Flight Crew Training
Solairus works with FlightSafety and CAE Simuflite, the industry leading providers of training programs, as our pilot and maintenance training services suppliers.
Through your agreement, Solairus offers routine turnkey training for pilots and maintenance technicians at a significant discount; 30-40 percent below the industry average.
Maintenance
On behalf of our aircraft owners, Solairus spends more than $35M annually on aircraft maintenance labor, maintenance documentation, maintenance tracking programs, engineering services and parts.
This has allowed us to negotiate volume purchasing discounts with OEMs and service providers averaging 10% below retail.
Maintenance Service providers include: Midcoast, Duncan Aviation, Dassault, West Star Aviation, Standard Aero, Leather Institute Summary, CASP, HAPP, and MPP.
Insurance
Solairus is one of the largest insurance purchasers in corporate aviation. Our size and relentless commitment to safety enable us to achieve considerable premium savings – 100% of which is passed directly to Solairus owners. The Solairus experience rating, fleet size, training programs, safety standards and proven safety record allow owners to receive fleet-rate insurance coverage with significant savings.
WIFi and Aircraft Services
Solairus works with all industry leading data providers (ARINC, GoGo, Honeywell Forge and Satcom Direct) to provide flexible and cost efficient programs for our owners. These providers offer services for both cockpit data communication and in-flight WiFi. Solairus develops tailored solutions evaluating owner usage and marketplace alternatives, affording discounts up to 30% below the industry average.
Travel Logistics
Solairus is a member of International Air Transport Association (IATA) and has negotiated significant discounts with hotels, rental car providers and limousine services such as Marriott, Hilton, National Car Rental, Hertz, Go Rentals, G3 Visa, Southwest, and Delta Airlines. These discounts are extended to aircraft owners and flight crews for fully managed aircraft clients.Solairus employs a dedicated full-time Travel Coordinator who works directly with Flight Coordinators and Crew members to ensure that the best rates and options are sourced for each trip.
Trip Support
Solairus Flight Coordinators utilize trip support vendors such as Universal, Rockwell Collins, and ITPS to aid with logistics during international trips. Trip support provides guidance on the requirements for permits, slots, and handling, resulting in faster, more efficient worldwide trip planning.
Emergency Response
Solairus utilizes Fireside Partners to help develop and maintain the emergency response plan (ERP.) Fireside Partners also assist in training the in-house Solairus Safety Team on emergency contact notification procedures, family assistance, accident investigation, public relations, and business continuity.
Solairus Managed Fleet Locations
Our customers’ flight operations exhibit the responsiveness and personal touch of an in-house flight department, while benefiting operationally and financially from being part of a larger fleet of aircraft. Solairus manages a diverse fleet of turbine aircraft at more than 100 locations in the United States.
Our specialty is managing flight operations at the owner’s choice of location that meet their specific needs. We know the processes and systems that enable this type of remote operation to work and are continually enhancing them to improve our service.
Introducing the Improved Solairus Aircraft Management App
Solairus is excited to announce that our new Aircraft Management App is ready for takeoff!
This new tool helps you and your support staff conveniently plan, monitor, and adjust your aircraft’s schedule at any time.
- Integrate seamlessly with your Solairus Flight Coordinator, Crewmembers, and anyone else you choose to add to your account’s distribution list.
- Schedule and plan upcoming trips, check itineraries, communicate trip changes.
- Track your aircraft with Flight-Following
- Contact the Solairus Charter Sales team for Supplemental Lift.