VistaJet brings the popular Cessna Citation XLS aircraft in VistaJet silver and red livery to the UK market, operated by new partner Saxon Air, a leading provider of non-scheduled aviation services in the UK.
This milestone marks VistaJet’s response to a surge in demand for domestic UK flights, and reinforces its commitment to offering clients reliable, flexible and trusted flying solutions through its global and regional infrastructure.
Saxon Air will operate the aircraft in the UK on behalf of VistaJet, offering clients unparalleled flexibility to fly point-to-point across the UK — from major cities to remote locations — with ease and efficiency.
Optimized for journeys up to three hours, the Citation XLS combines light jet economics with mid-size jet performance. Its exceptional runway capability, speed, range, and comfort make it the perfect aircraft for domestic travel within the UK, whether for business or leisure.
Nick van der Meer, chief operating officer of Vista comments: “At VistaJet, operational efficiency and client convenience are paramount. Welcoming this Citation XLS onto a UK Certificate, in partnership with Saxon Air, allows us to offer domestic services on the Vista Members’ fleet. This not only enhances our ability to meet short notice demand, but also strengthens our scheduling flexibility, ensuring we continue to deliver seamless, end-to-end travel for our clients throughout the UK and beyond.”
Alex Durand, Saxon Air CEO added: “We are delighted to be working with VistaJet to enhance its UK presence. Saxon Air’s understanding of UK operations and VistaJet’s global reach and leading client service standards will create new dynamic opportunities. It’s also a great boost to the UK register to be adding such a popular aircraft type and reflects the strong demand for business aviation that continues to be seen in this country.”
A key driver of VistaJet’s growing client demand is the increasing number of UK businesses turning to private aviation to reach major commercial hubs such as London, Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Bristol, Cambridge, Reading and Milton Keynes.
Ian Moore, Vista’s chief commercial officer, added: “Access and ease are at the heart of what we offer at VistaJet. The ability to fly within the UK — reliably and on demand — has been a key focus for us. Whether it’s a business trip, a weekend escape, or an urgent flight, our clients now have a dedicated domestic solution ready to go. VistaJet consistently sets the standard in offering the best aircraft in each cabin class, and clients can choose the most efficient option for every trip.”