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United Aviation Group welcomes you onboard!

Seduced by The Skies

Fly United

Aircraft Charter

King Lear of the Skies - Challenger 600

Why not Buy a ‘Time Machine ’...?

Aircraft Maintenance

28 Hanger

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The Boeing Boardroom

Executive Lounges

Client Snapshot

Jetset Travel Card

United Aircraft Sales

Aircraft Type & Range

United Aircraft Specs

The United Aviation Group SA

Derby: Equestrian Excellence

The United Key to Adventure

106 United Maverick Magazine 108 Contact Us

Fixed Based Operations

OwenAir

Air Ambulance

Worldwide Cargo

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UNI T E D AV I AT ION GR OUP WELCOMES YOU ONBOARD! We are absolutely delighted to have the opportunity

We invite you to take a look through our brochure

to showcase our innovative and forward thinking

where we highlight some of the aircraft we have

organisation, our associated companies under the

available for charter purposes. We take you through

larger brand and of course the people that make

a history of the company and explain the growth

United Aviation Group the exceptional organisation

path and motivation behind some of the decisions

that it is today.

we have taken to invest and grow in Southern Africa, and of course we take you on a tour of the brands under our umbrella that have been proven to be such a tour de force in the aviation industry. It is with an absolute dedication to service excellence, innovation and a single-minded drive for growth that United Aviation Group has approached

the last few years of business, and it is this continued focus that has enabled us to build a strategic roadmap that will continue to deliver customer excellence well into the future. We believe that at the heart of the success for United Aviation Group is our flexibility of solution design, engaged focus on safety and innovation and a drive to delight customers and it is this ethos which will carry us forward into the future. Yours in flight, Jonathan Wolpe CEO

“HE MO V E S NO T T HROUGH DIS TA NCE , B U T T HROUGH T HE R A NGE S OF S AT IS FAC T ION T H AT C OME F ROM H AUL ING HIMS E L F UP IN T O T HE A IR W I T H C OMP L E T E A ND U T T E R C ON T ROL; F ROM K NO W ING HIMS E L F A ND K NO W ING HIS A IRP L A NE S O W E L L T H AT HE C A N C OME S OME W HE RE CL O S E T O T OUCHING, IN HIS O W N S P ECI A L A ND S OL I TA R Y WAY, T H AT T HING T H AT IS C A L L E D P E RF EC T ION.”

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Jonathan Wolpe may just have Jet-A1 fuel flowing through his veins. Not because of a fiery demeanour – he comes across as grounded and measured, choosing his words with care – but rather because of his passion and commitment to shaking up Africa’s aviation industry. by Sebastian Bartlett

For the past two decades Wolpe, founder and chief executive officer of United Charter Services and later the United Aviation Group, has made his mark both on the ground – pioneering new service offerings in the world of private aviation – and blazing innovative contrails across African skies. After finishing his tertiary studies in marketing, Wolpe started his training as a commercial pilot in 1999, but quickly grew disillusioned with the lack of opportunities open to young pilots in Southern Africa. However, showing trademark ingenuity and entrepreneurial flair he quickly identified a gap in the regional aviation market, launching Africa’s first aviation charter brokerage in 2000. Unlike traditional charter firms, which own and operate their own aircraft, when Wolpe launched United Charter Services (UCS) at the turn of the millennium it was with a bold vision for a new type of aviation company. As a broker, rather than operator, Wolpe could offer private charter clients a wider choice of aircraft, alongside unheard-of flexibility, costsavings, and convenience.

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“The distinct advantage of a brokerage like UCS is that you don’t have high overheads, or all the complexities of aircraft

in terms of aircraft and routing,” he says. To drive that philosophy of customer-centric service,

licensing,” explains Wolpe. “Instead, you have the ability

throughout the evolution of UCS, the focus has been on keeping

and flexibility to understand the client’s precise needs and

the company lean and efficient.

requirements, with the insights and experience to present them with the ideal solution for their specific flying requirements.”

“We’re a technology driven company,” adds Wolpe, who – from the very beginning – has poured huge energy and

It’s a jaded traveller who doesn’t relish the glamour of travel by

investment into building bespoke flight management software,

private jet, but for Wolpe the primary focus of UCS is on ensuring

custom-designed to streamline the UCS business and improve

a seamless journey for the client.

client service.

“We focus on the efficiency, not the glamour,” says Wolpe. “It’s certainly a wonderful way to travel, but I don’t believe that is the key to unlocking value in private aviation. It’s about the convenience and the flexibility, and how we can help the client to accomplish what they’re trying to achieve.” The need for expert knowledge is even more acute in

C ONS TA N T LY CL IMBING T O NE W HEIGH T S Over the past 20 years UCS has continually evolved in both

Africa, where the aviation landscape is not as defined, nor the

its service offering and its client base. While initially focused

regulations as clear-cut, as other parts of the world.

on corporate travel, increasingly UCS is sought after by

“Private aviation in Africa definitely has its own nuances, and an understanding of the market, as well as the technicalities in planning a private flight, are crucial. That’s where United

celebrities and high-net-worth individuals looking to avoid the inconvenience of commercial aviation. The preference for the privacy of air charters was certainly

Charter Services always proves its worth. We’re a brokerage

thrown into stark contrast in 2020, with both corporate and

with extensive experience, and an in-depth knowledge of the

private clients looking for a Covid-safe alternative to scheduled

aviation landscape, so we can always offer the perfect solution

commercial flights.

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“ WI T H OUR NE W FACIL I T IES IN P L ACE W E S EE S T RONG DEM A ND F OR OUR M AIN T EN A NCE A ND FI X ED OP ER AT ING BAS E BUSINES S AT L A NS ERIA , A ND W E’RE WORK ING AGGRES SI V ELY T O INCRE AS E T HE CH A R T ER BUSINES S; BO T H OUR S H A RE OF T HE M A RK E T A ND OV ER A L L DEM A ND.”

“To date we’ve probably had more enquiries than actual conversions into flights, but what’s interesting to us is that here’s a

those clients in a position to arrange private travel,” says Wolpe. Those clients were also varied, and far-flung, from dive crews

whole new market segment opening up, and a new niche which

salvaging a ship off Mozambique, to a corporate entity with

UCS is perfectly placed to serve.”

rotational staff stranded in the Nigerian capital, Abuja.

During the coronavirus lockdowns of 2020, UCS also played

“That particular flight took three weeks to organise,” recalls

a pivotal role in providing last-minute private aviation services

Wolpe. “But we took care of getting the clients a hotel in Abuja,

for a wide range of corporate clients, working to find loopholes

assisted them all the way through the crisis, put the permissions

in the system to create miracles in order to repatriate workers

in place, and got them on an aircraft home.”

stranded abroad. “When Covid-19 started and people around the world couldn’t

For the staff members stranded in a foreign country, there was enormous relief at being reunited with friends and family. For Wolpe

get home to family, friends or their businesses, the private

and the team at UCS it was just another day at the office, working

aviation market went crazy in terms of enquiries,” remembers

flat-out to get clients up in the air and en route to their destination.

Wolpe. “But flying privately is exceptionally expensive, and it was extremely difficult to get charter flights in the air.” However, with their unrivalled experience in African aviation, Wolpe and the UCS team worked wonders to arrange landing permits, flight plans and permissions to get their clients home. “Governments certainly made things very difficult, but the

While the global lockdowns due to Covid-19 have since kept many clients at home, in the post-pandemic world the impact and value of private aviation has certainly been further affirmed. “Although our corporate business has slowed down, we are confident it will return in 2021, but we have noticed a definite increase in the number of VIP and high-net-worth individuals who

entire team at UCS really went out of their way to carefully

are opting for private aviation, where they may in the past have

interpret the regulations, and we managed to find solutions for

considered a commercial airline.”

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“...A F UL LY-F L E DGE D A L LENC OMPA S S ING AV I AT ION C OMPA N Y...”

launch United Aircraft Maintenance in 2020.

Though UCS has revolutionised the regional charter market with

to its custom-built 2500m2 hangar at Lanseria International

its innovative brokerage model, in 2008 it made the bold choice to

Airport on the outskirts of Johannesburg, South Africa. Though

broaden its offering with the purchase of an established charter

the current hangar is already capable of handling service and

company, Owenair.

maintenance functions for most large jet aircraft, perhaps

With a seven-decade track record in African aviation to uphold, “we consider ourselves the custodian, not the owners,

“Launching an AMO and Fixed Base Operator was really the final piece needed to cement United Aviation Group as a fully fledged all-encompassing aviation company,” says Wolpe. In mid-2020 United Aircraft Maintenance opened the doors

unsurprisingly Wolpe has bigger ambitions. In 2021 United will expand into a second 2500m2 hangar which, with an additional three metres of roof height, will allow

of Owenair,” says Wolpe. The acquisition of Owenair added a dynamic new element

United Aircraft Maintenance to accommodate the largest

to UCS; now able to offer both its own managed and operated

executive jets in the skies, right up to the impressive Dassault

aircraft and those from its broader brokerage network. That

Falcon and Bombardier Global Express.

included Owenair’s respected air ambulance services through

It’s a bold new step into the future, and looking ahead to the rest

its partnership with International SOS and Air Rescue Africa

of the decade Wolpe is bullish about the prospects for both private

which is widely regarded as one of the finest medical evacuation

aviation, and the fortunes of United Aviation Group. “With our new facilities in place we see strong demand for our

specialists in Africa. With a fleet of aircraft added to the fold, Wolpe expanded the

maintenance and fixed operating base business at Lanseria, and

company further in establishing United Flight Support, providing

we’re working aggressively to increase the charter business; both

fuel and operational support to both its own aircraft and other

our share of the market and overall demand.”

aircraft owners and operators flying into the region. And as the

Two decades after Wolpe sent tremors through the industry

expensive hardware on the home front grew, and the need to

with his blue-sky thinking, it appears the engines of innovation are

look after it kept pace, it was a natural evolution for Wolpe to

revving up once more.

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FLY UNI T ED Our mission is to provide an unparalleled aviation experience from the booking of your flight to arrival at your destination. All our systems, staff and aircraft are designed with this one goal in mind.

Passion for aviation and commitment to service excellence have been an inherent part of United Charter Services since it was founded by professional pilot Jonathan Wolpe in 2002. Jonathan’s vision was to develop a premium charter service to provide a quality aviation experience for clients both locally and abroad. Over the years we have experienced exponential growth, allowing us to invest in a larger range of aircraft from twin piston to turboprops and, more significantly, various executive jets as well as long-haul airliners. This, coupled with our ability to offer multiple routes, means more options for our

clients, and a better, more personal experience.

S E RV IC E E XC E L L E NC E

critical travel solutions.

UCS offers a level of luxury

government officials, VIPs and celebrities, corporate clients,

United Charter Services specialises in complex and timeOur charter services extend to: presidential and

and seamless travel you

diplomatic flights, crew rotations, leisure charter, incentive

haven’t experienced. Our

travel, scenic flights, film work and cargo. Our aircraft are

flexibility, personalised

available worldwide.

service and unrivalled

Every detail of your flight is taken care of by our

selection of aircraft don’t

knowledgeable and professional charter team – from your

make UCS one of your

booking to your departure, throughout your flight, and your

choices, it makes us your

arrival at your destination. Our extensive fleet of aircraft are

only choice.

available at competitive prices and are capable of managing

S E R V IC E INNOVAT ION

any size/range flight or cargo requirement you may have.

We are the first charter

experience is as unique as you are. Flexible scheduling,

fastidious processes and

company in Africa to

luxurious lounges and aircraft, as well as personalised

safety procedures ensure

offer in-flight iPads with a

attention and budget options, allow you to design your travel

dependable, happy travels.

selection of the latest movie

to your own specifications.

S E RV IC E S A F E T Y Our impeccable safety record speaks for itself. Our

T HE UC S E X P E RIE NC E Every interaction with

and music releases for our passengers, on all our executive flights.

United Charter Services

L U X UR Y T R AV E L

is designed to make your

Experience the glamour and

travel easy, convenient

indulgence of having every

and luxurious. Personal

detail taken care of by your

service ensures a travel

professional charter team.

solution designed for your

Luxury air travel like you have

specific needs.

never experienced!

Experience flight as you never have before, with United Charter Services. Our dedicated staff will ensure that your

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At United Charter Services we are proud of our reputation for the finest attention to detail.

AIRCRAF T CHARTER We provide the highest VIP standard to all our clients. Our full

Safety, efficiency, comfort and privacy are the United

service operation begins by the selection of an appropriate

Charter Services commitments to you as our VIP guest. Our

aircraft for your trip, ready to fly to your destination anytime

fleet of private aircraft and jets are not only elegant, but are

(day or night). We ensure that the aircraft meets your travel

functionally and technologically advanced. We are dedicated

requirements, that the price is within your budget, and the

to handling customers and cargo on our aircraft with the

comfort is first class (or better).

utmost professionalism and efficiency.

Onboard you can look forward to five-star gourmet catering and locally sourced, proudly South African luxury amenities

OUR S E R V IC E S INC L UDE:

and treats, for your enjoyment. Our departure lounges are

• 24/7 flight support

designed to provide a quiet and relaxed environment for our

• Passenger logistics

passengers prior to departure or upon arrival. While you relax

• Ground handling

in one of our lounges we will pre-clear your passports, attend

• Use of our outstanding departure lounges

to the logistics and handle your baggage.

• State-of-the-art entertainment facilities

W ORL D W IDE AV I AT ION S P E CI A L IS T S

• Five-star catering

• Onboard silver service

Our experienced team will guide your decisions on aircraft,

• Passport clearance

route and cost - ensuring you have the best aircraft at the

• VIP concierge service

best rate. Your personalised United Charter team will have you travelling within a few hours after your charter or cargo confirmation. A full range of piston-driven, turbine and jet aircraft is available. Your choice of any destination within South Africa or indeed worldwide can be accommodated.

VA L UE -A DDED S ERV ICE S A IRC R A F T M A N AGE ME N T

IMP OR T A ND E X P OR T S E R V ICE S

United Aircraft Sales offers cost-effective, turnkey, aircraft management

If you have an aircraft that requires import to South Africa or have an

solutions making aircraft ownership simple, easy and enjoyable.

aircraft that needs to be exported – let United Aircraft Sales take all the

Our Aircraft Management solutions include:

hassle out of the process for you.

• Operations management

We have all the necessary import and export permits as well as

• Financial management

Reserve Bank clearances to enable us to assist you with all aspects of

• Regulatory change management

your transaction.

• Aircrew sourcing / training • Maintenance

A IRC R A F T M A IN T E N A NC E A ND PA R T S

• Parts

United Aircraft Sales works closely with a number of highly reputable

• Programmes and subscriptions

aircraft maintenance organisations and aircraft parts providers.

• Charter • Flight support

Let us show you how to save money on maintaining your aircraft and acquiring parts with savings that go straight to the bottom line.

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Historically the cost of developing private jets capable of flying

At the time of writing, 1 100 Challenger 600 series aircraft

fast and far was prohibitive, and so comfort - even perhaps

have been manufactured and have logged some 7.3 million

fuel and maintenance - were ‘compromised’. Although this is

flying hours over 4.5 million flights. These impressive statistics

no longer the case, we should perhaps consider the ‘journey’

ensure that the Challenger 600 holds the position as leader in

private air travel has taken.

the business jet industry.

In the early 1970s, Bill Lear, the father of the renowned Learjet

Comfortable and luxurious, the Challenger 600 is one of those

(and inventor of the first car radio – his slightly lesser-known

rare aircraft with an adoring public in both pilots – who love to fly

accomplishment), had conceptualised the prototype ‘Lear

them – and passengers who love to fly in them.

Star 600’ business jet. Canadair accepted the project and

Even as a more economical mid-size business jet, it has

using Bill’s personal ties with the then future prime minister of

impressive performance. It cruises at 41 000 feet at 443 knots

Canada, Jean Chrétien, the company helped fund the further

(some 820 km/h) and achieves a range of 2 909 nautical miles

development of the ‘Lear Star 600’.

while still complying with regulations and fuel reserves.

In the late ‘70s, Canadair (which was later purchased by

This remarkable performance is achieved by two turbo-fan

Bombardier Airspace) dropped Bill Lear and proceeded with the

Lycoming ALF 502 L engines with thrust reversers and four

development of the Challenger 600 series aircraft without him. In

sources of backup power, as well as an APU (auxiliary power

1978, the first test flight was performed, wowing its audience, and

unit) that provides the ever-needed ‘redundancy’ as well as

by the early 1980s, commercial production had begun.

power and air-conditioning, while the engines are shut down

The Challenger 600 was, and in many aspects, remains, one-ofa-kind. It was the first aircraft that offered a wide body, airliner style

and the aircraft is parked. With a maximum take-off weight of 41 250 pounds, it

cabin with ‘walk about’ experience for its passengers. Apart from

requires only 1 737 metres of runway at sea level and a mere

providing additional comfort to its passengers, it was also the first

930 metres of runway elsewhere to complete landing at

time that supercritical airfoil (or wings) were designed for business

maximum landing weight.

jets, allowing the Challenger 600 excellent economy while retaining speed and range.

Even though the Challenger 600 was released before EFIS was available (electronic flight instrument system – what pilots like to

by Rob Gobac

KING LE AR OF THE SKIES - CHALLENGER 600 Business jet flight was once associated primarily with an extravagant lifestyle. Now, it’s an essential mode of transport for many business professionals and private individuals who want the reliability of airliners, combined with the comfort and safety of modern-tech business jets.

call the ‘glass cockpit’), its electromechanical instrumentation was

As a pilot, I feel privileged to have an opportunity to fly this

well- designed and reliable. Most of the Challengers flying today

beautiful aircraft and enjoy every aspect of its comfort, safety

will have one or another modification to their instrumentation

and performance.

panels, with partial or full EFIS panels installed. The flight deck is

I am looking forward to having you on board our Challenger,

spacious with well-placed instruments and controls, and even

and sharing with you the pure pleasure of business jet flying in

though it might lack Bombardier’s more modern, ergonomic

this magnificent aircraft.

layout, it’s in no way uncomfortable. Nose wheel steering is operated by tiller, which allows for improved manoeuvrability of this 21 metre-long aircraft (with an elegant 20 metre wingspan) in the confined spaces of crowded, modern airports. The passenger cabin is around 1 146 metric feet of space (some 350 cubic metres) and boasts a forward galley and, ordinarily, an 11-seat configuration. The seats are designed in club seating configuration with a divan at the back and a spacious lavatory separated by wall and lockable door from the rest of the cabin. In this 8.2 by 6.1 foot cabin, luxury is all but humble. There is a noticeable feeling of space in the Challenger 600, equivalent to a rather comfortable lounge, and distinguishable from the typically cramped, business-jet-cabin-feel of its competitors.

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WHY NOT BUY A ‘ T I M E M A C H I N E ’...? Time. It’s our most precious commodity.

23 A commodity that we are all encouraged to spend or use

If you answered yes to one or more of the above, then private

wisely. One that we never seem to have enough of no matter

aircraft ownership may just be a good fit for you. Your ‘time

what structures we put in place. So what if we said that we can

machine’ may come in different forms. For example, it may be

give you back some of your time, can in fact help you buy time,

a helicopter that whisks you away to your project locations,

so to speak.

halving your travel time by road, leaving you more time to focus on your core business, while still being able to return home the

But buying time... isn’t that impossible?

same day, thus doing away with the need to stay in hotels.

When it comes to travelling though, it is entirely possible to buy back time, or at the very least put you back in control of the time

Your ‘time machine’ could also come in the form of a private

you spend – the time you waste and the time you invest. In that

jet, allowing you to travel with speed and greater efficiency to

context, our United Aviation Group aircraft can be considered

multi-city or country destinations.

‘time machines’. Perhaps your ‘time machine’ is a robust turboprop aircraft Commercial airlines with their set routes and laborious airport

that can land on the grass or gravel airfield at a farm, mine, or

check-in procedures still present many drawbacks for those

rural town – certainly not places commercial airlines are able

who value their time and wish to be efficient time travellers.

to serve.

CONSIDER THIS:

So, if you want to be in control of your time when you travel, why

•

Do you often travel at short notice?

•

Do you need to travel to places that are not served by

Speak to one of our ‘time machine’ experts at United Aircraft

commercial airlines?

Sales about the perfect aircraft to suit your requirements

Do you have multi-city/country business interests, or

today.

•

not buy a ‘time machine’ of your very own?

business interests that are far away from major airports? •

Do you need to work without interruptions when you travel?

•

Do you want more time to spend with your loved ones?

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United Charter Services, led by founder and CEO, Jonathan Wolpe, has an unparalleled record of excellence in the aviation industry in South Africa. This is largely due to their commitment to safety, reliability and quality, and this is no less true for their maintenance division. Certified with the CAA of South Africa as an AMO (Approved Maintenance Organization) and MRO (Maintenance Repair Overhaul) organisation, United Charter Services offers fully comprehensive maintenance services to owners, operators and VIP clients. Aircraft maintenance is complicated, and can be costly with the wrong supplier, which is why United Charter Services not only follows a stringent hiring process, ensuring the best aircraft engineers are on staff, but has also built extensive networks of trusted partners around the world, thus extending the skillset as well as the geography of this service offering. Our maintenance services can be used on an ongoing or once-off basis, and our efficient team will be able to build a package that suits your exact requirements.

AIRCRAF T MAINTENANCE United Aviation Group Maintenance Division provides competitively priced maintenance for the Hawker HS-125 series, Challenger 600/601/604, Gulfstream GIIB/GIII and Beechcraft King Air 200 & 300 and various other types of aircraft.

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UNI T E D AV I AT ION GROUP IS C OMMI T T E D T O M A K ING A IRCR A F T M A IN T E N A NCE SIMP L E A ND S A F E F OR OUR CU S T OME R S. OUR S ER V ICE OF F E RING IS C ONS TA N T LY E X PA NDING A ND OUR M A IN T EN A NCE S ER V ICE S C A N BE U S E D ON A N ONGOING OR ONCE -OF F B A SIS , W I T H UNIQUE PACK AGE S B UILT T O S UI T OUR CUS T OMER S. SERVICES INCLUDE:

• Aircraft repair and maintenance

• Communications maintenance

• Aircraft modifications

• Autopilot maintenance

• Pre-purchase inspections and

• Navigation system maintenance

reporting • Avionics maintenance and inspections

• Transponder testing and certification • Aircraft maintenance reporting

• Structural repairs

• Annual instrument inspections

• Component repairs

• Stall-warning systems maintenance

Give us a call with your requirements and your dedicated account manager will compile a bespoke package suitable for your specific needs.

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HANGER United Aviation Group’s stateof-the-art 2 500m2 space is the final word in full FBO (fixed-base operator) services for domestic and international customers.

Able to accommodate several large business jets concurrently, the hangar has been equipped with the latest in tooling, equipment and technology from all over the world, ensuring premium Maintenance and Hangaring services. Just as with all other aspects of United Aviation Group, our hangar is run with precision and dedication to service excellence, but also with a view to continuous improvement. It is with this in mind that the next steps for the hangar have been planned with an expansion in the offing which will double the size of the hangar space and will allow United Aviation Group to cater for even the biggest of corporate jets such as the Bombardier Global Express and Dassault Falcon.

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If it’s more than just hangaring services that you’re after, the United Aviation Group Maintenance Division offers fully comprehensive maintenance services to owners, operators and VIP clients. Certified with the CAA of South Africa as an AMO (Approved Maintenance Organisation) and MRO (Maintenance Repair Overhaul) organisation, our team will ensure we get your aircraft into the sky as quickly, safely and cost-effectively as possible. Specialising in Business Jet and Turbo propeller aircraft maintenance, our professional, expert team of aircraft maintenance engineers, led by Werner Nothnagel, have considerable aircraft maintenance experience gained from both military and private sector experience.

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THE BOEING BOARDROOM Also based in our dedicated hangar is our executive suite featuring our Boeing Boardroom.

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“F EE T, W H AT DO I NEED Y OU F OR W HEN I H AV E W INGS T O F LY ?” F RIDA K A HL O

This elegantly designed space includes hi-tech video conferencing, voice conferencing, sound and lighting and is perfect for that quick meeting before you board your flight to your next destination. Coffee from a-one-of-a-kind imported Italian coffee machine, and 5* catering is available to augment your experience. Many executives need to be able to make calls and join in on meetings till the very last second on the ground and our Boeing Boardroom caters for their needs perfectly.

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EXECUTIVE LOUNGES

Our beautifully appointed, luxurious lounges at Lanseria, Cape Town and Oliver Tambo international airports cater for your every travel need.

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“JUS T AS MUSICI A NS F EEL A B OU T S CORE S A ND MEL ODIE S , DA NCER S A B OU T T HE S T EP S A ND F L O W OF MUSIC, S O W E’RE ONE W I T H T HE P RINCIP L E OF F L IGH T, T HE M AGIC OF BEING A L OF T IN T HE W IND!” RICH A RD B ACH

A vintage aviation theme is complemented by state-of-the-art multi-media and internet facilities to keep you connected while in transit. Indulge in select South African and International wines chosen by our knowledgeable, qualified sommeliers, or sip on freshly brewed coffee while nibbling on gourmet snacks. Enjoy being spoiled by the exceptional service from your own personal host or hostess.

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RELAX AND UNWIND AS WE TAKE CARE OF YOUR PRE-FLIGHT FORMALITIES, ENSURING THAT YOU DON’T HAVE TO!

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43 At United Aviation Group we are dedicated to customer excellence and service. This is enormously appreciated by our customers, many of whom have enjoyed long-standing relationships with us over the years. Our deep understanding of complex travel needs, our ability to service our clients in hard to reach, or remote places as well as our depth of service offerings ensure that once you engage with United Aviation Group you never look back.

OUR C L IE N T S INC L UDE: • Celebrities • Government officials • The mining sector • Socialites • Corporate Executives • Dignitaries • Politicians • Elite families • Sports teams • TV / Movie crews Talk to our team today for a quote on your travel needs. info@unitedcharter.co.za

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JE T S E T T R AV E L C A R D A VIP LOYALTY PROGRAMM E F O R O UR F R E Q UE N T F LY E R S

The United Charter JetSet Card is a bespoke block hour

HOW DOE S T HE JE T S E T C A RD W ORK?

programme with a difference. By purchasing a block of

Members purchase in advance a block of flying hours, and

flying hours in advance, you join the United Charter JetSet

can choose to purchase additional hours according to their

loyalty programme. Our VIP JetSet cardholders are afforded

needs. You decide whether the 20-hour entry level suits you, or

special privileges and gain the benefit of total travel freedom:

whether you need to purchase additional hours.

no ownership or maintenance costs, no hidden charges, no management fees, no multi-year commitments, credit that

T HE B E NE F I T S

never expires and refunds on unused flight time. We know

Members purchase a block of flying hours in advance, and

our more regular on-demand private jet charter clients plan

can choose to use those hours as and when they want. We

their flights for the year, in advance. United Charter Services

simply deduct the used hours from your credit balance at

have designed the JetSet programme specifically for these

the agreed fixed hourly rates. Our JetSet Card allows for

high-volume flyers. Whether you fly for business or pleasure,

pre-paid flight time, ensuring easy management of budgets

you can now experience the full benefits of being a United

and flexibility of destinations and timing, while protecting you

Charter JetSet member.

against fuel price fluctuations.

UNL IMI T E D DE S T IN AT IONS

T R AV E L IN S T Y L E

A IRCR A F T S A L E S

We have gone to extraordinary

Our reputation for integrity

United Charter Services will

lengths to ensure that your

and reliability ensures that

fly you to the destination of

experience is memorable.

we are your first, and in fact

your choice, when it suits

Gourmet menus and extensive

only choice, when looking to

you. Convenience has never

in-flight entertainment are all

purchase aircraft.

been easier.

part of your journey.

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F L IGH T OP E R AT IONS

United Charter JetSet Card

With the ability to have you in

members gain the advantage

the air less than three hours

of fixing costs, in advance, at

after your booking, United

a reduced rate. A savings of

Charter Services comes with a

between 10% and 15% for all

pedigree of service excellence

card members.

and smooth operations.

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UNITED FLIGHT SUPPORT United Flight Support’s breadth of services and depth of staff experience underpins their commitment to making your flight support experience seamless and easy. We have the expertise and ability to assist with every detail of

United Flight Support was founded to reduce the

your trip requirements, from flight planning, fuel arrangement

operational costs experienced by using third-party Flight

and ground handling, to our bespoke concierge services.

Support businesses to arrange aircraft and passenger

United Flight Support offer a true 24/7 service and are on

handling, fuel, cargo handling, overflight clearances and

hand to ensure that all your trip planning is handled with the

permits and concierge services. The benefits of forming

utmost care and efficiency.

United Flight Support were instantly realised by our

customers, as our flight recovery savings directly influenced our charter prices. With flexible scheduling, personalised service, and an unrivalled fully fledged in-house operational centre, our experienced support specialists and highly trained flight dispatchers stand ready to cater to your international or local trip support requirements 24/7.

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FIXED BASE OPERATIONS Our dedicated team will work closely with you from your initial pre-trip planning stages through to your flight and beyond giving you the best advice on flight operation, weather, fuel and travel scheduling.

Our vast international agent network and full access to sophisticated technical tools means we are able to meet any potential challenges and promptly secure access to any destination worldwide, ensuring a stress-free trip.

OUR S E R V IC E S INC L UDE: • Trip planning (including Overflight clearances, landing permits, Foreign Operator permits, airport departure / arrival slots, operations to airports/ airfields, Prior Permission Required) • Dispatch (flight routing, flight logs, flight plan submissions, weather briefings and flight tracking services) • Government missions (including short notice, remote location support and confidentiality) • Concierge services (including hotel bookings, car rental, airport transfers, crew air tickets, meet and assist services, travel insurance, VIP transport) • Ground support (including settlement of local airport charges, aircraft cleaning, catering, aircraft specific towing services, aircraft parking, cargo handling, dangerous goods handling and coordination, fuel arrangements, toilet servicing, potable water services, weather briefings) • Fuel dispatch (24/7 fuel arrangements by our Fuel Contract Experts)

Our team of experts is ready to assist you 24/7, 365 days a year and we look forward to being of assistance for your next flight!

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YEARS ANNIVERSARY

WORLDWIDE

AIRCRAFT CHARTER • AIRCRAFT MANAGEMENT • AIRCRAFT SALES OUR CHARTER SERVICE OFFERS A COMPREHENSIVE FLEET OF AIRCRAFT AT YOUR DISPOSAL. However complex or time critical your travel requirements may be, we can provide any type of aircraft for your private aircraft

charter requirement. We offer Aircraft, Helicopters, Turbo Props, Executive Jets, Business Jets, Airliners, Cargo Planes. Enjoy the comfort and pleasure of executive VVIP service, 24/7 flight support, 5* catering, privacy, comfort and luxurious planes, direct routing, access to 10 times as many airports as commercial airlines, executive in-flight amenities, freedom from crowded terminals and private check-in by our staff in our exclusive lounges. You can fly whenever and wherever you want, while we manage the logistics. With a 24/7/365 operations centre you can take to the skies in under two hours from confirmation. With Owenair, the sky is no longer the limit... it’s the backdrop to your travel and flight dreams.

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OWENAIR At Owenair, we know that owning an aircraft should be a pleasure not a burden. Our vast experience in managing complex operations

audits, conducted by our SACAA approved quality and

and aircraft ownership allows our clients to enjoy the

safety department. You can be confident that your aircraft is

incomparable feeling of owning an aircraft – without any of

flying within its peak performance and safety levels. We take

the paperwork. You do the flying, we’ll take care of the rest.

safety seriously – evidenced by our accident-free safety record. Every aircraft that we place on our certificate has

All Owenair clients enjoy unsurpassed VIP treatment. A

passed a rigorous conformity qualification process. Once

dedicated customer service specialist, available 24/7,

a part of our fleet, your aircraft is maintained to international

provides a single point of contact, to ensure personalised

aviation standards.

service with an individual who knows your preferences. operation provide you with detailed data that is completely

W E OF F E R T W O M A N AGE ME N T S OL U T IONS F OR Y OUR A IRCR A F T:

transparent, including all supporting cost documentation.

1. The 3rd party charter management programme: you

Our monthly financial reports on the cost of the aircraft

The secure 24/7 dispatch service that we offer allows you

continue to maintain the operation of your aircraft, while

to get airborne at short notice – offering you the flexibilty you

we procure 3rd party charter opportunities on your behalf

may require.

by placing your aircraft on the Owenair Aircraft Operating Certificate – for unutilised time on your aircraft.

A IRCR A F T M A N AGEMEN T AS E AS Y AS A ,B,C... O W E N A IR S AV E S Y OU T IME A ND MONE Y We manage every aspect of aircraft ownership, including:

2. The full Owenair aircraft management programme: we take care of all the day-to-day responsibilities and management of your aircraft. Owenair will procure income-producing 3rd party charters as required by you. The Owenair team includes technical experts specialising in fleet maintenance, ground and flight operations, aircraft insurance and accounting, all working together harmoniously, ensuring that you get the best price and most efficient point of service.

maintenance, air crew, training, insurance, fuel contracts and trip planning, therefore minimising downtime and ensuring the highest dispatch rates. Under our bespoke aircraft asset management programme, your aircraft is maintained at its peak performance level. All aircraft are checked, in both annual as well as ad-hoc

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If there was a moment when the burgeoning air ambulance market came into its own, it was following the arrival of Covid-19.

Even before the pandemic, demand for air ambulances was expected to grow – but the introduction of travel restrictions between countries changed the game overnight. For insight into how this happened, take the story of Abdul Rashid Sahari (64) and his wife Safiah (56). For 20 years, Sahari had been working in Jakarta in Indonesia as a quality control officer for a power plant, according to The Straits Times. But the couple wanted to celebrate their 33rd wedding anniversary in their home country, Singapore, along with their daughter and three grandchildren. A fancy dinner was planned, travel arrangements were made, and the family was gleefully anticipating the reunion. Then Rashid and Safiah both caught Covid. While Safiah’s condition soon stabilised, Rashid’s went downhill fast, and he was eventually admitted to a private hospital in Jakarta on December 3rd. “What started with him still fighting through and smiling for the family in video calls became video calls of him struggling to breathe,” said his son-in-law Haikel Fahim. The family realised they had to get him back home “to give him a better fighting chance”. But with commercial air travel impossible for the seriously ill Rashid, the family realised an emergency air evacuation was the only option.

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T HE FA MILY RE A L IS ED T HE Y H A D T O GE T HIM B ACK HOME “ T O GI V E HIM A BE T T ER F IGH T ING CH A NCE”. BU T W I T H C OMMERCI A L A IR T R AV EL IMP O S SIBL E F OR T HE S ERIOUS LY IL L R AS HID, T HE FA MILY RE A L IS ED A N EMERGENC Y A IR E VACUAT ION WAS T HE ONLY OP T ION.

It wouldn’t be cheap though. “The family has used Rashid’s retirement savings and needed further help,” said Fahim.

International SOS and Air Rescue Africa for, but not limited to, the Sub-Saharan region.

So, they set up a blog, detailing Rashid’s illness and what had

Rashid could be airlifted back to Singapore on a private jet

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retrofitted with medical equipment.

related cases, performed over 750 air ambulance movements

happened, to ask for help raising the $64 000 needed for an air ambulance, his hospitalisation, and rehabilitation. Unexpectedly, donors flooded the website, and thousands came in, shooting past the original $64 000 goal. It meant

From there, he was put into the ICU and intubated. The photographs on Fahim’s blog trace Rashid’s progress, from an initially dispiriting sight, strapped up in an ICU, to far more

International SOS has been run off its feet during the pandemic. At this point, it has “assisted over 55 000 Covid-19

for Covid-19 and other patients, and operated 32 charters with over 2 000 passengers from 146 countries”. Evidently, the company knows what it’s doing. In its 35-

encouraging ones where it now looked as though the story

year history, it has handled sensitive evacuations from the

might end well after all.

remotest places, such as offshore oil rigs and small islands.

By mid-December, Rashid had begun to speak again. As

Its record includes being called in to do evacuations during

Fahim said, although “he’s still in ICU, with a nasogastric tube

the SARS epidemic in 2003, the Sri Lankan Boxing Day

for feeding, he’s looking a lot better”.

tsunami in 2004, the Japanese nuclear fallout emergency in

The point is that without an air ambulance, Rashid would have remained stuck in Jakarta, away from his family, and in a far more vulnerable position, one possibly leading to a much more tragic ending. In recent months, you can read many variations of this story.

2011, and the Ebola epidemic in 2014. And yet, despite all this experience, Covid-19 was still a shock to the system. Dr Rahul Kalia, medical director for International SOS in India, said the way Covid-19 has evolved in recent months

With lockdowns and quarantine now the order of the day

was “very surprising and caught most of us off guard,

across the globe, the air ambulance market is booming.

individuals and organisations”.

Recent research by Coherent Market Insights put the size

One complication was that it wasn’t just Covid-19 patients

of the global air ambulance market at $4.5-billion by 2019. But

who needed help. Often the travel restrictions implemented to

more relevant is that it expects that market to grow by about

curb the pandemic led to other problems, requiring evacuation.

9.3% per year, between 2019 and 2027. This growth is due, in part, to the fact that medical

For example, in the middle of the year, International SOS was asked to evacuate a 46-year-old Kenyan man working in

insurance providers are now increasingly willing to cover at

Kandahar in Afghanistan, who’d had a pulmonary embolism.

least part of air ambulance expenses.

He’d initially been sent to a military clinic, but with so many

In South Africa, there are only 14 air ambulance operators approved by the Civil Aviation Authority. One of those, Owenair, is owned by United Aviation Group and is the exclusive Air Ambulance service provider to

travel restrictions in place, it had become tricky to get him to a regional hospital when his illness had worsened. Still, Kalia said, if there’s been one positive outcome to emerge from Covid-19, it’s that technology will become a far

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UNI T ED AV I AT ION GROUP, F OR E X A MP L E , SINCE I T S F IR S T ME DE VAC IN 2 0 16 , H A S C OMP L E T E D 4 6 1 F L IGH T S A ND 3 4 8 6 F L IGH T HOUR S A ND IS NO W S O MUCH IN DEM A ND T H AT I T H A S A IR A MB UL A NCE S B A S ED IN B O T H JOH A NNE SB URG, S OU T H A F RIC A , A ND AC CR A , T HE C A P I TA L OF GH A N A . more fundamental part of healthcare in future. Air ambulances, clearly, will be at the front of that queue, as demand soars. United Aviation Group, for example, since its first medevac in 2016, has completed 461 flights and 3 486

flight hours and is now so much in demand that it has air ambulances based in both Johannesburg, South Africa, and Accra, the capital of Ghana.

IC U IN T HE S K Y

Those who’ve never been in an air ambulance – and that’s most of us – would want to know exactly how such an aircraft is kitted out. Owenair’s Hawker business jet air ambulances, for one, are state-of-the-art. Besides portable ultrasound equipment, cardiac monitors with defibrillators and pacemakers, infusion pumps and syringe drivers, they even carry universal donor blood. For an infectious disease like Covid-19, the aircraft also has an “isolation medical unit,” as well as adult, paediatric and neonatal intensive care ventilators. Owenair can “dispatch an Air Ambulance Rescue flight worldwide, within 2-3 hours of activation, using a dedicated Flight Crew who are highly trained and experienced”. After a year in which the importance of medical technology has been profoundly demonstrated — leading to the creation of the fastest vaccines ever developed — we really do need to ask why air ambulances have taken so long to catch on in the public imagination.

E ACH OF OUR E XCL US I V E OW EN A IR OP E R AT E D A IR A MB UL A NCE A IRCR A F T IS EQUIP P E D W I T H T HE F OL L OW ING: • Portable Ultrasound • Powered Lifeport™ Stretchers with built-in long range oxygen supply • Adult, paediatric and neonatal intensive care ventilators • Cardiac Monitors – Defibrillators with pacemaker, 12 lead ECG, Spo2, CO2 • In-flight arterial blood gas analysis • Invasive and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring • Infusion pumps and syringe drivers • Suction units with backup • Standard, rescue/immobilisation equipment and vacuum mattresses • Patient Isolation Medical Unit – for transportable VHF, Covid-19, Avian flu or other infectious diseases

• Thrombolytics and snake bite anti-venom • Universal donor blood when required

A IR A MB UL A NCE A IRCR A F T C ON TAC T DE TA IL S For a highly competitive and reliable service, using a dedicated fleet of expertly equipped Air Ambulance aircraft, contact International SOS (Operated by Owenair). For an immediate response, call +27 11 541 1300.

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WORLDWIDE CARGO MOV ING C A RGO M A DE E A S Y !

Handling of cargo is a specialised affair that requires

envelope needing to be delivered to London or 100 tonnes of

considerable experience and knowledge. United Charter

supplies to a remote village in Africa. Our cargo specialists are

Services offers highly customisable solutions for all your

available to handle all the logistics.

cargo needs. Using an unparalleled database of material assets and

GO NO W !

knowledge our team will assist with special handling, overflight

There are some things that just can’t wait. An urgent

permits, aircraft supervision and up-to-the-minute monitoring

document, passport, a piece of life-saving medical or industrial

to ensure the smooth transit of your cargo from point to point.

equipment – United Charter Services can have such items in

Our superiority lies in our ability to design a bespoke solution

the air in just a few short hours from you making contact. Our

to meet your specific need; even though you are hiring the

large fleet ensures that we have the right aircraft to meet your

entire aircraft we can accommodate anything from a single

‘Go Now’ requirements.

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R EM O TE DES TIN ATIO N S

Hard-to-move cargo can present a challenge for transport

Sometimes you need to go where commercial airlines can’t,

professionals to move from place to place, and it is for this

and if that’s the case then United Charter Services can assist.

reason that United Charter Services has employed cargo

Remote destination cargo flights can include humanitarian

professionals with decades of experience. Our team is able

aid, industrial materials, and vehicle and/or helicopter delivery,

to critically assess your load for suitable aircraft, adjudge

among other things. United Charter Services has extensive

which specialised moving and packing material you might

experience in all aspects of remote destination management

need, and will build a quote to suit your requirements.

and has built a network of contacts to facilitate easy access to the required permits and visas.

DA NG ERO U S G O O D S Moving dangerous goods requires specialised knowledge of

If your expected take-off time is less than 8 hours away,

IATA and ICAO regulations and our team is uniquely qualified

please call our 24-hour hotline on +27 11 788 0813 for

to manage this process on your behalf.

immediate assistance.

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As leaders in the aircraft sales industry, we have the expertise

The United Aircraft sales team are highly knowledgeable

to guide you through the aircraft purchase and sale process,

and passionate about the aviation industry, and excel in

making it seamless while ensuring you get the right aircraft to

understanding each individual’s particular requirements.

suit your unique needs.

They can be trusted to connect you with your perfect aircraft.

Specialising in turboprops, airline aircraft, airline business jets,

United Charter Services is delighted to offer a fine selection

piston aircraft and helicopters, we can expose you to a broader

of quality pre-owned aircraft, all backed by our Aircraft

range of options than would otherwise be available.

Management and Operations capability, should this be required. Many of the aircraft offered are currently deployed

Being part of the United Group of Companies allows us to

with United Charter Services on our charter licence. New

provide value-added services, such as dedicated aircraft

aircraft can be purchased through United Charter Services

management solutions, aircraft operations support and we

often at a cost far below the advertised retail prices, negotiated

can turn your aircraft into an income-earning asset, by placing

directly with the aircraft manufacturer.

it onto our charter licence, thus creating a unique opportunity for increased return on investment.

UNITED AIRCRAF T SALES Purchasing your own aircraft should be an easy and pleasurable experience.

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A IRC R A F T M A N AGE ME N T A ND OP E R AT IONS In conjunction with our subsidiary, Owenair, United Charter Services offers a comprehensive aircraft management and aircraft operations solution. Our expertise can be trusted when it comes to the careful management of your asset, ensuring: • Financial transparency; • Monthly reporting on utilisation; • Monthly reporting on maintenance costs; • Monthly reporting on maintenance planning [this does require a maintenance tracking subscription]; • Aircrew management; • Hangarage; • Aircraft interior and exterior cleaning services; • Cost plus benefit for Flight Support Services [via United Flight Support].

As an aircraft owner who has enrolled on our Aircraft Management and Operations program you can choose from two financial models relating to our management fees, namely: 1. Fixed Monthly Management fee; or 2. Variable Monthly Management fee [activity related]. In essence, United Charter Services can provide you with a highly cost-effective, turnkey Corporate Flight Department.

RE V E NUE F ROM Y OUR VA L UE D A S S E T Additionally UCS can facilitate the recruitment of your cockpit and cabin crew, provide fully transparent financial reports detailing costs of operation, and issue monthly

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aircraft utilisation and status reports. We will also dispatch

United Charter would be delighted to facilitate the sale of

your aircraft via our secure 24-hour dispatch service, any

your aircraft.

day of the week. You can schedule your own departure and

Please complete the form on our website

take off, within minutes of your arrival at the airport.

(www.unitedcharter.co.za) and we will contact you. All submissions are treated with the utmost confidentiality.

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S HOR T R A NGE

MID R A NGE

L ONG R A NGE

Up to 3 hours at 650 km/h

Up to 4 hours at 720 km/h

Up to 8 hours at 720 km/h

Flights up to 3 hours ideal for

Flights up to 4 hours,

For flights of 8+ hours,

domestic travel and travel to

ideal for global and

ideal for transoceanic and

bordering countries.

regional travel.

intercontinental travel.

AIRCRAF T RANGE & TYPE

Fly when you want, wherever in the world you want, on a superior fleet of new generation jets.

V IP A IRL INE R S VIP airliners offer the highest standards of comfort, luxury, and diversity of amenities. Championed by world-famous offerings

like the Boeing Business Jet, VIP airliners truly offer you a home or office in the sky. With ample space for passengers, luggage, and even cargo, these airliners are the optimal choice for those who want to travel long distances in luxurious comfort, without concern for aircraft limitations.

A IRL INE R S Airliners are designed for large groups of passengers, and/or large cargo transportation. Passenger capacity can range from 30 passengers to upward of 500 passengers, depending on the particular aircraft chosen. Ideally suited for domestic and regional travel, the airliners generally need to operate into and out of larger airports.

T URB OP ROP Turboprop (turbine propeller engined) aircraft are not quite as cost-effective to operate as piston-engined aircraft, but can provide greater average range, speed and comfort than piston aircraft. Turboprops can maintain speeds of up to 450 km/h and typically have a range of some 1800 km. Turboprops are cheaper to operate than jets and are commonly used for short to medium-distance flights – with the added advantage of being able to take off and land using virtually any airport runway (including grass or sand).

JE T S Business jets can be chosen to meet diverse requirements. Business jets are the optimal choice for fast luxury transport – short, medium or long range. Business jets are available with various performance attributes and passenger capacities.

HE L IC OP T E R S Helicopters (selectable from a wide variety of models) allow short to medium-distance flights. They are useful where landing strips are not available. Helicopters can be reconfigured to serve diverse missions. Our helicopters are often called upon to provide VIP transport for executives travelling city to city. They can also perform cargo missions, medical evacuation flights, and offer versatile passenger transport.

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UNITED CHARTER AIRCRAF T SPECS

PLEASE NOTE: The following list is just a snapshot of the available aircraft we have on offer. For a full list and specifications on fixed wing, turbo

props, helicopters and cargo aircraft, please view our website on: www.unitedcharter.co.za

CITATION MUSTANG

A business jet that has been specifically designed with the new jet-set in mind. Comfortable club seating is the order of the day, and given the ample external and aft baggage areas, there is no need to pack light. This plane has true jet speed that will chew 630km in an hour and keep doing so over a three-hour period. It effortlessly combines efficiency, performance, and a great, sleek look. PASSENGER CAPACITY

1-5 PAX

CABIN HEIGHT

1.37 M

MAXIMUM SPEED

772 KM/H

MAXIMUM RANGE

2150 KM

FLIGHT DECK CREW

2 SHORT-RANGE • MULTI-ENGINE JET

United Charter Services is proud to be a leading brand on the African continent, having flown an extensive number of global government officials, ministers, state presidents, celebrities, mining executives and corporate executives to almost every corner of Africa, Europe, China and the United States of America. With a firm focus on simplifying complex travel needs, and

United Charter has access to an unparalleled fleet of

a belief in offering services to suit all of our passengers,

aircraft, including modern wide-bodied, luxury jets from

United Charter Services can provide solutions that range

the Falcon, Challenger and Gulfstream series, all with

from light aircraft and helicopter transfers to global air cargo

intercontinental capability and customised seating for up

and executive travel. Our extensive fleet ensures that we

to 15 passengers. For larger parties, specific long-range

can accommodate all your needs irrespective of where you

airliners such as the V.I.P. Boeings and Airbus aircraft,

may be based. Our flexible scheduling and personalised

specially configured for between 25 and 100 passengers,

service will ensure that whether you are flying for business or

are also available for charter.

pleasure, your experience will be effortless and relaxed.

BEECHCRAFT KING AIR 200

BEECHCRAFT 1900 C/D

The Beechcraft King Air might just be the world’s most popular turboprop aircraft. Originally developed as a compromise between piston-engine and jet aircraft, the King Air flies further than a piston-driven engine can, and lands on runways far shorter than a jet can handle. This T-tail, twin-engine, craft remains a firm favourite in commercial and civil aviation, as well as with military buyers.

The big brother of the King Air 200, the Beechcraft 1900 was developed for the regional airline market. The lengthy fuselage (there is stand-up head room in the D model), powerful engines, modified tail with tailets and stabilons on the lower rear fuselage, offer improved comfort and hot and high performance.

PASSENGER CAPACITY

1-10 PAX

CABIN HEIGHT

1.8 M

19 PAX

MAX LOAD (TONNES)

1.95T

MAXIMUM SPEED

518 KM/H

MAXIMUM SPEED

460 KM/H

MAXIMUM RANGE

2500 KM

MAXIMUM RANGE

2000 KM

FLIGHT DECK CREW

MID RANGE • MULTI-ENGINE TURBOPROP

2 MID RANGE • MULTI-ENGINE TURBOPROP

BOMBARDIER LEARJET 45

BOMBARDIER LEARJET 60

A ‘private’ high-quality jet that combines new technology with a tried and tested design; the cruise performance is fabulous, and it handles exceptionally well. One can swivel, recline, or track in the comfortable cabin space that includes a dedicated temperature control system separate to the cockpit, fold-down tables, and a noise level that does not exceed 72dB.

The Learjet 60 serves a niche market for jets that climb to cruise altitude quickly, have an impressive cruise speed, operate economically and of course, are exceptionally reliable. It has the largest cabin in the Learjet line and has added space where it counts the most. The aircraft was built using NASA/Boeing Tranair CFD software, resulting in a particularly aerodynamic design.

PASSENGER CAPACITY CABIN HEIGHT

1-8 PAX 1.5 M

PASSENGER CAPACITY CABIN HEIGHT

MAXIMUM SPEED

860 KM/H

MAXIMUM SPEED

MAXIMUM RANGE

3350 KM

MAXIMUM RANGE

FLIGHT DECK CREW

2 MID RANGE • MULTI-ENGINE JET

FLIGHT DECK CREW

1-6 PAX 1.73 M 850 KM/H 4000 KM 2 MID RANGE • MULTI-ENGINE JET

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BEECHCRAFT HAWKER 800XP

BEECHCRAFT HAWKER 900XP

The Hawker 800XP (a variant of the Hawker 800) offers improved payload capabilities, enhanced performance, and updated systems. Two TFE731-5BR engines power the Hawker 800XP, each offering 4 660 pounds of thrust and using 217 gallons per hour (GPH). The cabin volume for the Hawker 800XP is 551 cubic feet.

The Hawker 900XP retains many of the distinguishing features of the Hawker 850XP such as the winglets, Proline 21 avionics and cabin design. Its upgraded engines allow it to climb more efficiently and give it an increased range.

PASSENGER CAPACITY

1-8 PAX

CABIN HEIGHT

1.8 M

PASSENGER CAPACITY

1-8 PAX

CABIN HEIGHT

1.75 M

MAXIMUM SPEED

820 KM/H

MAXIMUM SPEED

870 KM/H

MAXIMUM RANGE

3350 KM

MAXIMUM RANGE

4600 KM

FLIGHT DECK CREW

MID RANGE • MULTI-ENGINE JET

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BOEING 737-500

BOMBARDIER CHALLENGER 300

The Boeing 737-500 is a twin-engined narrow-body airliner with the longest range among the 737 series. The wing is designed to enhance the aerodynamics, while the cabin of the aircraft has a height of 2.13 and width of 3.54 meters.

The Bombardier Challenger 300 started life as the ‘Continental’ due to its ability to fly coast-to-coast in the USA. A large cabin, lower direct operating costs, and its capacity for relatively short field performance also sets it apart.

PASSENGER CAPACITY CABIN HEIGHT

1-132 PAX 2.13 M

PASSENGER CAPACITY CABIN HEIGHT

1-8 PAX 1.85 M

MAXIMUM SPEED

796 KM/H

MAXIMUM SPEED

850 KM/H

MAXIMUM RANGE

4398 KM

MAXIMUM RANGE

5500 KM

FLIGHT DECK CREW

8 MID RANGE • MULTI-ENGINE JET

FLIGHT DECK CREW

3 LONG RANGE • MULTI-ENGINE JET

BOMBARDIER CHALLENGER 601

GULFSTREAM GV

The jet of choice for governments, the armed forces and the rich and famous – more airliner than private jet – the Challenger 601 is economical and large among its class, particularly where it matters: in the cabin. The cabin is also well isolated from noise and vibration, and the plane has two engines and four back-up power systems.

The first ultra-long range ‘private’ jet that can fly nonstop from New Zealand to San Francisco or Cape Town to Beijing, the Gulfstream is an extremely reliable, high performance aircraft. In an exclusive and competitive class, the Gulfstream GV holds its own. It is ideal for anyone who needs to go cross-country or fly internationally quickly and reliably.

PASSENGER CAPACITY

1-9 PAX

CABIN HEIGHT

1.8 M

1-5 PAX

CABIN HEIGHT

1.86 M

MAXIMUM SPEED

850 KM/H

MAXIMUM SPEED

900 KM/H

MAXIMUM RANGE

6200 KM

MAXIMUM RANGE

6100 KM

FLIGHT DECK CREW

LONG RANGE • MULTI-ENGINE JET

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BOMBARDIER GLOBAL 6000

DASSAULT FALCON 900EX

The Global 6000 features the widest cabin, fastest internet connection, safe access to baggage, smoothest ride, and greatest reach – features all carefully designed to provide maximum comfort to its passengers. It is the most luxurious business jet manufactured by Bombardier Aerospace.

Apply the latest aerodynamic technology and advanced avionics to an already ultra-efficient trijet, and you have an aircraft that will take you places its competitors cannot, like short runways and hot-and-high airports. You also gain range and efficiency.

PASSENGER CAPACITY CABIN HEIGHT

1-14 PAX 1.91 M

PASSENGER CAPACITY CABIN HEIGHT

1-14 PAX 1.88 M

MAXIMUM SPEED

900 KM/H

MAXIMUM SPEED

830 KM/H

MAXIMUM RANGE

6100 KM

MAXIMUM RANGE

8150 KM

FLIGHT DECK CREW

3 LONG RANGE • MULTI-ENGINE JET

FLIGHT DECK CREW

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BELL 206 JET RANGER

BELL 206 LONG RANGER

The Bell 206 helicopter is a single engine turbine seating up to six passengers and is perfect for flying domestic distances in and around your region.

The Bell 206 Long Ranger is a light helicopter with greater capacity and utility than the Jet Ranger. It is powered by a single turbine engine and has a maximum cruise speed of 230 km/hr with a non-stop range of 690km. The Long Ranger seats up to 6 passengers.

PASSENGER CAPACITY

1-5 PAX

PASSENGER CAPACITY

1-6 PAX

MAXIMUM SPEED

200 KM/H

MAXIMUM SPEED

230 KM/H

MAXIMUM RANGE

700 KM

MAXIMUM RANGE

690 KM

MAXIMUM RANGE (TIME): FLIGHT DECK CREW

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HELICOPTERS • SINGLE-ENGINE TURBINE

The Bell 407 integrates reliability, speed, performance, and maneuverability, with a cabin configurable for an array of missions and payloads. Its Rolls Royce 250-C47B turbine FADEC engine delivers hot and high performance, with the ability to cruise at 140 knots (259 km/ hr). The 407’s spacious cabin seats up to five passengers in wide-open club passenger seating. For added passenger comfort, the Bell 407 also provides an exceptionally quiet and smooth ride in virtually all weather conditions. 1-6 PAX

MAXIMUM SPEED MAXIMUM RANGE MAXIMUM RANGE (TIME): FLIGHT DECK CREW

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EUROCOPTER EC120

BELL 407

PASSENGER CAPACITY

3 HRS

The Eurocopter EC120 is a single engine turbine helicopter and seats up to six passengers. The design of the helicopters cabin makes it suitable for a wide variety of missions, such as utility transport and corporate transport. This is a popular charter helicopter owing to its versatility, range and speed.

PASSENGER CAPACITY

1-6 PAX

246 KM/H

MAXIMUM SPEED

611 KM

MAXIMUM RANGE

710 KM

MAXIMUM RANGE (TIME):

3.2 HRS

3.5 HRS 1

HELICOPTERS • SINGLE-ENGINE TURBINE

FLIGHT DECK CREW

223 KM/H

1 HELICOPTERS • SINGLE-ENGINE TURBINE

BOEING 737-200 CARGO

BOEING 747-CARGO

The B737-200 Cargo is a twin-engine, short to medium range jet aircraft and has a max load of 15 tonnes.

The B747 is a 4-engine, long range jet aircraft and has a max load between 95 - 120 tonnes.

MAX LOAD (TONNES): CARGO HOLD (LXWXH CM):

15T 2100 X 310 X 220

USEABLE VOLUME (CUBIC M):

105

MAX LOAD (TONNES) CARGO HOLD (LXWXH CM)

95-120T 5050 X 486 X 304

USEABLE VOLUME (CUBIC M)

764

MAXIMUM LOAD RANGE

3439 KM

MAXIMUM LOAD RANGE

13180 KM

FERRY RANGE (KM):

4688 KM

FERRY RANGE (KM)

15540 KM

CRUISE SPEED (KM/H)

938 KM/H

CRUISE SPEED (KM/H):

905 KM/H

FLIGHT DECK CREW: PALLET POSITIONS (M):

2 7 MAIN DECK

FLIGHT DECK CREW

PALLET POSITIONS (M)

30 MAIN DECK

CARGO • TWIN-ENGINE

CARGO • 4-ENGINE

BEECHCRAFT 1900

ILYUSHIN IL76

Short to medium range twin-turboprop aircraft with a max load of 1,95 tonnes.

The IL76 is a 4-engine, medium to long range jet aircraft and has a max load of 45 tonnes.

MAX LOAD (TONNES): CARGO HOLD (LXWXH CM): USEABLE VOLUME (CUBIC M):

1.95T 10000 X 137 X 140 18

MAX LOAD (TONNES): CARGO HOLD (LXWXH CM): USEABLE VOLUME (CUBIC M):

45T 2000 X 346 X 340 180

MAXIMUM LOAD RANGE

1700 KM

MAXIMUM LOAD RANGE

3650 KM

FERRY RANGE (KM):

2000 KM

FERRY RANGE (KM):

5000 KM

CRUISE SPEED (KM/H):

720 KM/H

CRUISE SPEED (KM/H):

460 KM/H

FLIGHT DECK CREW:

PALLET POSITIONS (M):

CARGO • TWIN-TURBOPROP

CARGO • 4-ENGINE

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T HE UNI T E D AV I AT ION GROUP SA DERBY: EQUESTRIAN EXCELLENCE Sponsored for the very first time by the United Aviation Group, the South African Derby is a mainstay of the equestrian calendar and an event that is looked forward to with much anticipation throughout the year. in-tune. Attracting the Who’s Who of the fashion and riding worlds coupled with the United Aviation Group, the Kyalami Park Club will host an equestrian show not only of the absolute highest standard, but quite simply the best we’ve ever had! Commencing on 30 September, the multi-disciplined Derby will no doubt see tougher competition than ever before, leaving the horse-lover wanting more, says Show Director Heather Mpofu. “The Derby consists of competitions in dressage, showing and show jumping across all levels and age groups. It has always been a show with the best horse and rider combinations

on offer on the African continent. In order to ensure that no one misses the action, the main Sunday classes will be live streamed on 3 October 2021. We welcome everyone to follow Brave horses, impossible fences, the glitz and glamour of the

your favourites or find a new following: Because rest assured,

riding world set against the fierce completion for the ultimate

you won’t find equestrian excellence quite like the Derby!”

prize in SA Show jumping, the title of Derby winner. This incomparable event takes place from the 30th of September to the 3rd of October 2021 at Kyalami Equestrian Park. This festival of show jumping brings with it pop-up restaurants, entertainers and an unrivalled aviation display for all to enjoy, says show jumper and United Aviation Group MD, Jonathan Wolpe. “The Derby is a show like no other: Successfully combining the beauty of the horse with sheer rider brilliance. The United Aviation Group is extremely proud to be associated with South Africa’s toughest, most historic and most prestigious show jumping event, and I have no doubt that together we’ll elevate the sport of show jumping to greater heights, new audiences and welcomed sponsors.” “The United Aviation South African Derby is a most soughtafter title on the equestrian calendar,” comments Kyalami Park Chairlady and twice Derby winner, Anne-Marie Esslinger. The 18 obstacle, 1 000m course is only ever won by the horse and rider combination that is the fittest, most in form, calm and

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THE UNITED KEY TO ADVENTURE “ T her e w a s no w her e t o go bu t e v er y w her e, s o jus t k eep on r olling under t he s t ar s.” Jack K er ouac

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UNI T E D AV I AT ION GR OUP : MAINTENANCE United Charter Services has an unparalleled record of excellence in the aviation industry in South Africa due in large part to our commitment to safety, reliability, and quality.

Certified with the CAA of South Africa as an AMO (Approved Maintenance Organisation) and MRO (Maintenance Repair Overhaul) organisation, United Charter Services offers fully comprehensive maintenance services to owners, operators, and VIP clients. Specialising in Business Jet and Turbo propeller aircraft maintenance, our professional, expert team of aircraft maintenance engineers, have considerable experience gained from military service and the private sector. Aircraft maintenance is carried out in our state of the art 2 600m2 facility, designed to conform to the highest of international safety standards, ensuring we get your aircraft in the sky as quickly, safely, and cost-effectively as possible.

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THE UNITED KEY TO LUXURY Z ulu – A ll t he c olour s o f Af r ic a

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UNI T E D AV I AT ION GR OUP : UNITED FLIGHT SUPPORT Although your experience with United Aviation Group is seamless and easy from the moment you start the booking process, and our team of in-flight hosts and ground specialists ensure all the details of your flights are taken care of so that you can relax and enjoy the luxury experience of flying with United, sometimes we all want to do something a little different. Whether that little something means landing at a tricky spot, securing overflight clearances that might prove difficult, or even just ensuring that tickets to a special event are waiting for us at our destination, United Flight Support’s breadth of services and depth of staff experience, underpins their commitment to making your flight support experience seamless and easy. We have the expertise and ability to assist with every detail of your trip requirements, from flight planning, fuel arrangement and ground handling, to our bespoke concierge services. United Flight Support offer a true 24/7 service and are on hand to ensure that all your trip planning is handled with the utmost care and efficiency.

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THE UNITED KEY TO DECADENCE Cha t eau Mar mon t : W her e lu x ur y mee t s Holl y w ood debaucher y, and s c andal and dar k dir t y s ecr e t s...

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“I f y ou mus t ge t in t o t r ouble, do i t a t t he Cha t e au Mar mon t .” Har r y C ohn

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CELEBRATION OF OWENAIR 7 5: UNI T E D AV I AT ION GROUP: OWENAIR Owenair, established in 1946, is one of the oldest privately held air charter companies in South Africa, and it turns 75 this year! Owenair is a world-wide aircraft charter, aircraft management and aircraft sales company under the banner of the United Aviation Group. At Owenair we pride ourselves on our steadfast reputation and long-standing relationships with our many repeat customers. We have perfected the art of executive air travel. Our experience

allows us to ensure your journey is a safe, happy, and stress-free experience. Enjoy the comfort and pleasure of executive VVIP service, 24/7 flight support, 5-star catering, privacy, comfort and luxurious planes, direct routing, access to 10 times as many airports as commercial airlines, executive in-flight amenities, freedom from crowded terminals, and private check-in by our staff in our exclusive lounges.

YEARS ANNIVERSARY

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UNI T E D AV I AT ION GR OUP : CHARTER & SALES

As a leading name in global aircraft charter United Charter Services, a division of United Aviation Group, offers flexible scheduling, and an unrivalled selection of aircraft, culminating in a truly efficient, safe, reliable, and luxurious charter solution. Every detail of your flight is taken care of by our knowledgeable and professional charter team – from your booking to the handling of your luggage and check-in for departure, throughout your flight, and on arrival at your destination. Our luxurious lounges and aircraft, as well as attention to your requirements and budget options, allow you to design your travel to your own specifications.

Should aircraft ownership be more suited to your taste than charter, then the industry leading team at our United Aircraft Sales division have the expertise to guide you through the complicated aircraft purchase and sale process, ensuring you get the right aircraft to suit your needs at the right price! Specialising in turboprops, airline aircraft, airline business jets, piston aircraft and helicopters, United Aircraft Sales has unique access to networks all over the world for the purchase or sale of your next aircraft.

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“I t ’s ok ay t o ge t lo s t e v er y onc e in a w hile, s ome t ime s ge t t ing lo s t is ho w w e f ind our s el v e s.” Rober t Te w

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United Charter Services’ 200+ page, larger than life, luxury, fashion, travel and lifestyle publication is aimed at high-end world travellers, and celebrates the best of the African continent. Released in stunning hardcover, this annual review is widely distributed in South Africa, the UAE and Europe.

OUR CIRC UL AT ION Find Maverick …in United Charter Services’ aircraft and VIP airport lounges. …in the homes of our influential charter clients. …in the hands of corporate travel agencies and multinational corporations. …in five-star hotels and exclusive boutique hotels around the world. …delivered to the top 200 CEOs in SA, and nominated international leaders. Average circulation: 5,000 Average readership: 15,000 Frequency: Annual (also available online)

T HE M AG A Z INE Just as with the rest of United Charter Services, there is a feeling of glossy luxury and a sense of deep satisfaction in

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opening a Maverick for the first time. The United Charter Services commitment to quality is apparent even here, where the inherent ethos of exceptional editorial content and extraordinary design is what differentiates Maverick from any other magazine for the luxury market. It is for this reason that United Maverick is released just once a year, as we believe it takes time and dedication to produce something exceptional. Something of value and quality. Maverick is designed with posterity in mind, so that every single issue is a timeless gift of inspiration to the reader.

OUR DE S IGN Each issue of United Maverick is approached with courage and commitment to quality excellence. There is studied intent behind the layout, conceptualisation and design aesthetic of every single page of Maverick and it is this that differentiates Maverick for our exceptionally selective readers.

T E A M M AV E RIC K The core Maverick team has extensive editorial and creative experience as well as strongly held beliefs in treading the fine line between business and entertainment, form and function. While there is a dedication to highlighting the best of Africa, we believe that our multifaceted world

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JONATHAN WOLPE CEO / F OUNDER

Jonathan Wolpe found his passion at a very early age, and has spent every waking moment since then dedicating himself to that passion: aviation. For Jonathan there was never any other option but to pursue a career in the aviation industry and in February 2000, Jonathan cut the ribbon on United Charter Services. A qualified pilot, Jonathan fully understands both the technical and business aspects of running a successful aircraft charter and management company, and has put that knowledge to excellent use growing United Charter Company into a multi-dimensional company offering varied services from executive and VIP transport to cargo transport and aircraft management services. As one of the youngest CEO’s of an airline Charter company, Jonathan is enthusiastic about the future of United

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Charter Services. “We believe in excellence. Whether it’s our aircraft, our people or our service, excellence has been inculcated into every fibre of our operation. It is for this reason alone that we are the trusted aviation partners to so many individuals, companies, governments and even air-ambulance service providers. For us excellence isn’t just a word on a wall. It’s the attention to detail for every flight. It’s our position of never compromising on safety. It’s the small things that make our guests comfortable on our flights. In fact it’s the entire United Charter service experience”.

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