M&N Aviation, based at Denver Centennial Airport, has added its first Gulfstream G450 to its FAA Part 135-certified fleet as of July 28, 2025. This move marks a major step for the company, allowing it to enter the long-range, large-cabin charter market and offer new options for clients seeking premium air travel.
The Gulfstream G450, registered as N882DL, is a 13.2-year-old jet that previously flew for Phantom Air in Florida. After being grounded in Provo since June 11, 2025, it returned to service with M&N Aviation on July 25, 2025, flying to Santa Ana, California. With this addition, M&N Aviation’s Part 135 fleet now includes one Gulfstream G450, three Challenger 300s, one BAe-125-800A, eight Hawker 800XPs, one Hawker 800XPi, one Premier I, and one PC-12. The company retired its last Learjet 60 earlier in 2025, showing a clear focus on modernizing its fleet.
Integrating the Gulfstream G450 into the Part 135 fleet requires M&N Aviation to update its operations to meet FAA rules. This includes new pilot training, maintenance checks, and safety systems. These steps are necessary to keep the high safety and service standards that Part 135 charter operators must follow. The FAA’s official Part 135 operator list allows clients to check the status of the aircraft and operator by tail number or name.
The addition of the Gulfstream G450 positions M&N Aviation to compete more strongly in the premium charter market. Industry experts say this move could lead other operators to upgrade their fleets or adjust pricing. Phantom Air, the previous operator of the G450, recently upgraded to a Gulfstream G650ER, showing a wider trend of fleet improvements in the industry.
M&N Aviation continues to use its Hawker Beechcraft jets for medical missions and executive charters, while the Gulfstream G450 is aimed at high-end, long-range clients. Charter clients can book the G450 through M&N Aviation’s usual process, with best availability if booked 24–48 hours in advance. The jet seats up to 14 passengers and offers a large-cabin, long-range experience. Charter rates for jets like the G450 typically range from $10,000 to $21,000 per hour, depending on the route and timing.
Clients can ask for proof of the aircraft’s Part 135 status or request a copy of M&N Aviation’s Air Carrier Certificate and Operations Specifications D085. For the latest details, contacting M&N Aviation directly or checking the FAA’s database is recommended.
According to analysis by VisaVerge.com, the addition of the Gulfstream G450 is expected to help M&N Aviation grow in the long-range charter market and may lead to more fleet investments. As of late July 2025, the G450 is not yet listed on the company’s website, but updates are expected soon. This change reflects M&N Aviation’s ongoing efforts to meet market demand and offer more choices to charter clients.
Learn Today
FAA Part 135 → Certification allowing commercial on-demand charter flights under FAA-regulated safety standards.
Gulfstream G450 → A large-cabin, long-range business jet seating up to 14 passengers, known for luxury travel.
Part 135 Operator → An entity authorized by the FAA to conduct on-demand and commuter charter flight operations.
Air Carrier Certificate → FAA-issued document permitting an airline to conduct commercial air transport operations legally.
Operations Specifications → Detailed FAA-approved documents defining limits and operational rules for a Part 135 operator.
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M&N Aviation’s Gulfstream G450 addition on July 28, 2025, boosts long-range, luxury flights. This expansion modernizes their FAA Part 135 fleet, increasing premium charter options and setting a new standard in service and safety for executive air travel clients.
— By VisaVerge.com
