‘Game on’ for ExecuJet South Africa at 2010 Soccer World Cup
Monday 3rd May, 2010
ExecuJet South Africa is all set for the 2010 Soccer World cup, providing a range of client and aviation packages at its Johannesburg and Cape Town FBOs. These packages range from a 15-hour SimplyFly Membership card, to full concierge services and extended maintenance support.
ExecuJet has already booked over 350 business jet handling requests ahead of the July 11th kick off and secured over 60 confirmed charter bookings for clients. ExecuJet South Africa is preparing to manage an influx of over 300 business aircraft during the games.
“General Aviation visitors to South Africa during the World Cup can rest assured that we are well prepared for hosting this world event. Slot co-ordination, fuel supply, security, customs and immigration procedures are well established. We have worked closely with the all the authorities to ensure a seamless but memorable visit and are able to process these through our facilities” says Ettore Poggi – Managing Director of ExecuJet South Africa.
ExecuJet handled the first World Cup request back in December when they hosted the delegation carrying the Cup itself to the official draw in Cape Town. Subsequently ExecuJet flew international media to all 11 host cities for media coverage of the newly built stadiums. The company is renowned for the quality of service it provides to operators, crew and passengers alike. Based on the professionalism, facilities offered and event arrangements currently in place, many operators have selected ExecuJet as their preferred handler at the majority of airports supporting traffic coming to South Africa for the World Cup.
ExecuJet has pre-booked arrival and departure slots, as well as parking, at all 11 host city airports where FBO teams will offer full off-base support. The current FBO, lounge and ground staff will be increased during this period to support the workload. “Our facilities at Lanseria International and Cape Town International Airports are world class, with a service to match. We will do South Africa proud” says Mark Abbott, Group FBO Director.
On-Site Maintenance Support
ExecuJet is renowned for its quality maintenance services and is EASA (European Aviation Safety Agency) Part 145 certified as well as approved by 15 different NAA’s throughout Africa. Furthermore, ExecuJet South Africa is the only approved Bombardier Aerospace Authorised Service Facility (ASF) in Africa, an Authorised Gulfstream Warranty Repair Facility (WRF) and a Dassault Authorised Service Centre (ASC).
ExecuJet's maintenance division has negotiated agreements with all the major OEMs for additional in-country support during June/July 2010 which includes Field Service Representatives, Ground Support Equipment, and Spares. Special discounts are also available on scheduled maintenance done during, before or after the event. ExecuJet’s off-base maintenance support and Mobile Repair Teams will be available 24 hours a day to support aircraft at all airfields in the country.
Charter Bookings and Concierge Services for clients
ExecuJet South Africa has a charter fleet of over 40 aircraft ranging from King Air Turboprops, through Learjets, Challenger and Global Express business jets. “To date we have more than 60 charter contracts booked and are expecting more as kick-off approaches.”, says Mike Clark, Operations Director for ExecuJet South Africa. Special 15-hour SimplyFly Membership cards are available and offer a money back guarantee for unused hours at the end of the championship.
ExecuJet has reserved more than 600 hotel rooms in Johannesburg and surrounding areas while ExecuJet’s newly launched Concierge Service is available to book private tours and safaris.
The ExecuJet Aviation Group
The ExecuJet Aviation Group is a leading global business aviation organisation offering a diverse range of services including pre-owned and new aircraft sales, aircraft management for private and commercial registered aircraft, aircraft charter, aircraft maintenance, aircraft completions management and fixed base operations. Headquartered in Zürich, Switzerland, ExecuJet has operations in five regions – Asia Pacific, Europe, Latin America, Middle East and South Africa, embracing a workforce of over 800 experienced staff.
The ExecuJet Aviation Group manages 150 business jets worldwide under the most stringent safety standards. Its commercial fleet is operated under the regulatory umbrella of eight regional civil aviation issued air operating certificates (AOCs). ExecuJet has many authorised maintenance facilities throughout four regions, certified to work on most Business Jets. The ExecuJet Aviation Group operates six world class FBO facilities in Berlin, Zurich, Cape Town, Johannesburg, Dubai and Kuala Lumpur.
The ExecuJet Aviation Group offers considerable experience in new and pre-owned aircraft sales worldwide and has a large inventory of business aircraft to suit all budgets with an international team of sales directors offering local knowledge and expertise. ExecuJet is the exclusive sales agent outside North America for the eight to 12-passenger Aerion Supersonic Business Jet, expected to come into service in 2016.