Australia – Flight Options, a Sunshine Coast-based training, charter, and aircraft sales aviation organisation, has announced the introduction of a Learjet 45 XR into charter service, specialising in local and overseas medical retrievals.

The Learjet 45 XR is a high-performance business jet that can carry up to nine passengers and two crew members. It has a maximum range of 3,389 km and a cruising speed of 860 km/h. The Learjet is known for its reliability, efficiency, and versatility, making it a popular choice for business jet travellers. Its spacious, climate-controlled cabin, sumptuous double-club seating, well-stocked galley, and abundant luggage storage space make it a comfortable and convenient option for longer flights.

Steve Padgett OAM, Founder and Managing Director of Flight Options, commented on the fleet expansion: “The launch of our Learjet 45 XR marks an exciting new chapter for Flight Options. By investing in additional aircraft for charter and advanced training with the recently launched new A320 flight simulator, we are reinforcing our commitment to meet growing charter demand by delivering the highest standards in aviation services. We have a small but dedicated crew at Flight Options to provide a personal approach to everything we do.”

Flight Options’ fleet now includes the newly acquired Learjet 45(XR), a Citation X, a Falcon 2000(LX), a Phenom 300, and a Phenom 300E.

About Flight Options (Australia) Pty Ltd
Flight Options is an Australian owned and operated aviation company based on the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, offering a full range of services including:

• Advanced Simulation and Training
  • Type Ratings
  • Airline Transport Pilot Rating
  • Multi Crew Cooperation Course
    • APS MCC (subject to regulatory approval)
  • Scenario and LOFT based HFNTS
  • Jet Conversion Course
  • Introduction to Upset Prevention and Recovery Training
• Aircraft Training
  • Class Rating PA44T Seminole
  • Instrument Rating Training
    • PA44T Seminole
    • Frasca PA44 based simulator
  • Aircraft Charter supported by a fleet of aircraft based at the Sunshine Coast, Brisbane, Sydney, and Essendon Airports
  • Aircraft Management
  • Aircraft Sales by SJP Aviation
  • Aircraft Maintenance by Universal Aircraft Services
  • Fixed Base Operation (FBO) services by the Sunshine Coast Jet Centre

The Sunshine Coast Jet Centre was introduced in 2023 to provide VIP Fixed Base Operations for business aircraft arriving and departing from the Sunshine Coast Airport.

Source: Flight Options