The VIP Seat
Claim This Podcastby Jessie Naor and Preston Holland | Experts in Private and Corporate Aviation
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<p>Join Jessie Naor and Preston Holland on The VIP Seat for the latest insights in private aviation, covering business aviation trends, private jet reviews, and more. We break down the biggest stories of the week in corporate aviation, from jet charter trends and Part 135 shenanigans to aviation safety news that the big players hope you'll miss. Expect hot takes, sharp analysis, and real talk with industry insiders, operators, and disruptors. Whether you’re flying private or an industry insider, buckle up and let's take off.</p>
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Recent Episodes
June 17, 2026
Steve Varsano Joins Flexjet, FlyHouse Reshuffles & AeroVanti Founder Convicted
<p>This week on The VIP Seat, Jessie Naor and Preston Holland unpack a packed week of private aviation headlines. FlyHouse announces a leadership change, raising new questions about its ambitious “Uber for private jets” strategy. NetJets files for an exemption to extend certain crew duty limits, sparking a bigger conversation about fatigue, rest rules, and whether safety practices should be shared across the industry.</p><p>Plus, Cirrus faces federal restrictions tied to Chinese ownership, AeroVanti’s founder is convicted in a major wire fraud case, Steve Varsano sells The Jet Business to Flexjet/Directional Capital, and Mile High Madness brings mini cows on a private jet and PE guy comedy to the cabin.</p>
June 10, 2026
Kenny Dichter on Billion Dollar Revenues, Leaving Wheels Up, and Keeping it REAL
<p>This interview with Kenny Dichter and Robert Withers of REAL Jet covers the founding of Marquis Jet, the success of Avion Tequila, the experience with capital markets, the growth of Wheels Up, and the impact of going public on the industry. It also highlights the importance of authentic conversations and the journey to becoming a billion-dollar company.</p><p></p><p>The conversation delves into the challenges faced during COVID, lessons learned, and the evolving landscape of the aviation industry. It also explores the transition from Wheels Up to RealJet, the vision for RealJet and Real SLX, and the unique hospitality model of RealJet. The synergy of REALJet, REAL SLX, and REAL come from learnings at Wheels Up.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Authentic conversations are what drive our industry forward</li><li>Success in the private aviation industry requires strategic partnerships and innovative business models. Adaptability and resilience are crucial in navigating challenges in the aviation industry.</li><li>Safety, trust, and quality are essential components of a successful aviation business.</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 RealJet Sponsorship</li><li>05:21 Founding of Marquis Jet</li><li>10:54 Success of Avion Tequila</li><li>17:56 Growth of Wheels Up</li><li>23:13 Journey to a Billion Dollar Company</li><li>28:47 Going Public and Industry Impact</li><li>34:12 Lessons Learned in Challenging Times</li><li>40:07 Safety and Trust in Aviation</li><li>45:25 The Vision for RealJet and Real SLX</li><li>53:28 RealJet's Unique Hospitality Model</li><li>01:00:45 Encouragement for the Future of Aviation</li></ul><p></p><p>Thanks to <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="abjets.com" target="_blank">AB Jets </a>and <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="realjet.com" target="_blank">REALJET</a> for sponsoring this week's episode of The VIP Seat!</p><p></p><p>Check out our newsletter at <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="thevipseat.com" target="_blank">The VIP Seat.</a></p><p></p>
June 3, 2026
Biffle Crash Litigation: Pilot Liability, LLCs & Aviation Insurance Gaps
<p>Aviation attorney Joe LoRusso joins Jessie Naor and Preston Holland to explain the lawsuits following the Greg Biffle aircraft crash, including aircraft LLC liability, pilot qualification issues, insurance coverage questions, operational control, and why litigation often begins long before an NTSB final report is released.</p><p></p><p>The episode also covers responsible crash commentary, underinsurance in private aviation, Flexjet’s win against the IRS over federal excise tax, the GAO’s eVTOL infrastructure report, V2 Jets’ acquisition of Corporate Aviation, and the possible sale of ICE’s Gulfstream G700s.</p><p></p><p>Thank you to AB Jets and RealJet for sponsoring this week’s episode.</p>
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<p>Join Jessie Naor and Preston Holland on The VIP Seat for the latest insights in private aviation, covering business aviation trends, private jet reviews, and more. We break down the biggest stories of the week in corporate aviation, from jet charter trends and Part 135 shenanigans to aviation safety news that the big players hope you'll miss. Expect hot takes, sharp analysis, and real talk with industry insiders, operators, and disruptors. Whether you’re flying private or an industry insider, buckle up and let's take off.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
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