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Garrett Camp, co-founder of Uber, founded Aero with the initial idea of creating a software platform capable of simplifying the private jet booking process, aiming to become the “Uber of Business Aviation.” Leveraging the experience gained from the app and discovering a significant niche market for private jet bookings, Aero’s business model evolved as a solution to bridge the gap between private charter flights and first-class airfare with “semi-private” flights. Aero began operating with regular service between Mykonos and Ibiza, becoming the first to fly directly between the two islands. Aero con la idea inicial de crear una plataforma de software capaz de simplificar el proceso de reserva de aviones privados, con el objetivo de convertirse en el «Uber de la Aviación Ejecutiva». Aprovechando la experiencia adquirida con la aplicación y descubriendo un nicho de mercado importante de cara a las reservas de vuelos con jets privados, el modelo de negocio de Aero evolucionó como una solución para salvar la brecha entre los vuelos chárter privados y las tarifas aéreas de primera clase con vuelos «semiprivados». Aero inicio operaciones con un servicio regular entre Mykonos e Ibiza, convirtiéndose en el primero en volar directamente entre las dos islas.
In 2021, Garret and his team saw a similar opportunity to offer first-class flights connecting travelers to sought-after leisure destinations in North America. They established their own private terminal at Los Angeles’ Van Nuys Airport and launched regular, year-round nonstop flights to Aspen and Los Cabos, with seasonal flights to Sun Valley. They later expanded their fleet to the five Embraer 145s Aero currently operates.
The company recently introduced a promotional suite of exclusive travel experiences featuring award-winning resorts and limited-edition flights to major U.S. sporting and entertainment events.
Aero became the latest customer to receive the Embraer 145 model, adding to a fleet of jets configured with 17 seats, compared to the 37 passengers typically accommodated in the best-selling version, which is used by traditional airlines. This ensures greater comfort for high-end customers willing to pay higher prices.
