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Supporting the next generation of air charter
The ACA has been the core of the Air Charter Industry from its very beginning, over 75 years ago, and forms the global air charter network.
We lead industry self-regulation, promote the best supply chain relationships and our members are accredited as experienced and trustworthy professionals. The ACA is the “go-to” source of industry information, proactively represents our members to government and regulators, provides expert guidance, support, training and organises unrivalled networking events.
Chartering an aircraft requires extensive knowledge to locate the most suitable, legal and cost effective solution. Clients recognise the value and security of booking and managing their air charter through ACA accredited members.
Why use air charter?
Air charter plays a key part in business and private travel, providing time critical transport with flexibility, local direct access, security and discretion.
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Join more than 430 global member companies and gain access to the global air charter network and latest industry information and training.
Sustainable Air Charter
The Air Charter industry has lead the way in efforts to reduce environmental impacts and the introduction of new technology.
Latest News
Air Charter Expo sets new record attendance for third year in a row
The Air Charter Association (The ACA) marked another record-breaking Air Charter Expo (ACE’26) on Tuesday 8 September 2026, in partnership with Business Air News and London Biggin Hill Airport. Air Charter Expo is the leading one-day show in the air charter industry calendar and once again saw over 2,200 registered attendees, comfortably surpassing last year’s… Read more
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The ACA continues to drive career opportunities for young people at Internship Training Week 2026
The ACA hosted its 2026 internship training week in August at London Biggin Hill Airport. The internship scheme, now in its third year, provides an outstanding opportunity for fifteen young people aged 18-25 to access dedicated aviation training and experience practical onsite visits at one of Europe’s busiest business airports. The ACA is grateful to… Read more
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The ACA NextGen Group welcomes five new members from leading air charter companies
The Air Charter Association (The ACA), welcomes five new members to its NextGen Group, a team of leading young professionals aged 35 and under, working for member companies across the air charter industry. The new members joining the NextGen Group are Alexandre Fabre, Key Account Executive, Luxaviation ONE; Alexandra Robinson, Head of Charter Sales, DragonFly… Read more
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The Air Charter Excellence Awards 2026 – The Finalists
Aircraft Manufacturer Airbus Bombardier Dassault Aviation Embraer Gulfstream Textron Broker of the Year Enterprise (26+ staff) Air Charter Service Avico Chapman Freeborn Hunt & Palmer Volanteus Wheels Up (Air Partner) Broker of the Year SME (1-25 staff) Air Charter Travel BLAK Aviation Flapper jetlogic Le Bas International OdinJets Business Service Supplier Avinode Drivania FCG OPS… Read more
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The Air Charter Association launches Member Seal of Accreditation to highlight importance of industry standards
Global trade body The Air Charter Association (The ACA), has launched its new member Seal of Accreditation. The purpose of the Seal is to highlight that members of The ACA are accredited as professional and trustworthy, having successfully passed due diligence checks and referencing from industry partners. The Seal demonstrates a commitment to uphold the… Read more
What is illegal or ‘grey charter’?
The Air Charter Association is focussed on the safety of the travelling public. We work tirelessly with regulatory authorities and governments to ensure that users of charter aircraft have information and support about how to fly legally with the highest standards of safety.
