Wheeling, Illinois

George J. Priester Aviation expands managed fleet, highlighting year of growth

George J. Priester Aviation added 14 business jets to its fleet of fully managed aircraft in 2024, extending a year of growth and development for the private aviation specialist.

The company, which specializes in aircraft management and private travel solutions, now manages nearly 90 aircraft across its three brands.

“Aircraft owners are responding to the expertise, support and capabilities our teams offer at our regional bases,” President & CEO Brent Moldowan said. “They value the personalized attention and values we can provide, along with the nationwide and international resources to enhance their ownership experience.”

George J. Priester Aviation has seen growth across all three divisions with Priester Aviation in the Midwest, Mayo Aviation in the Rocky Mountain West and Hill Private Aviation in the Southeast.

Bombardier Challenger 350.

The aircraft include a Cessna Citation XLS, XLS+, CJ1, CJ3 and X; a Gulfstream G150 and G550; a Learjet 60, a Nextant 400XT, a Bombardier Challenger 350, a Dassault Falcon 2000LX, an Embraer Praetor 500 and two Phenom 300s. They are based in Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Illinois, and New York in the U.S., and internationally in Singapore.

The aircraft addition followed 2024 milestones including the rollout of its 1945 Card expanding its customizable jet card program nationwide and the elevation of key leaders to the larger George J. Priester Aviation team.

Other highlights include bringing in experienced professionals to augment its team, including CFO Ron Carlstrom and Rustin King as National Charter Sales Director. Andy Priester, Chairman and third-generation family leader of the company, was the recipient of the NATA Distinguished Service Award in November.

“Serving our base of aircraft owners and travelers has been a tremendous honor this year,” said Moldowan. “We’re grateful for the opportunity to build on our nearly 80-year legacy of experience and share our passion for aviation with them.”