FAI Aviation Group returns to AERO
Showcases latest Learjet 60XR
FAI Aviation Group, one of the world’s leading providers of mission-critical aviation services, returns to AERO Friedrichshafen (22-25 April), Stand 11 in the Business Aviation Dome and Static Display No. 10 where it will showcase its latest Learjet 60XR. This latest addition marks the completion of its Learjet 60 to 60 XR renewal programme, having now replaced its four Legacy Learjet 60s with the XR model. Combining impressive range, speed, comfort and efficiency, the XR is proving a popular choice with charter customers.
Concurrently, FAI will be talking up its latest acquisition, a Bombardier Global 6000 which joined the fleet in February and strengthens its ultra long range capabilities. The introduction of the Global 6000 is part of the company’s ultra long range fleet renewal programme which includes replacing its legacy Global Express with Global 6000’s. It marks FAI‘s sixth Global Express and brings its total business jet fleet to 17. FAI continues to eye Bombardier Challenger 605 and Global 6000 aircraft to replace its existing five legacy Bombardier Challenger 604 and five Global Express BD 700 aircraft, respectively.
Featuring a large galley and spacious, three zone cabin, the Global 6000 can accommodate up to 14 passengers. With a non-stop range of 6,000 nautical miles, the Global 6000 is ideally suited for intercontinental travel. The aircraft is available for immediate corporate charter.
Siegfried Axtmann, Group Chairman and Founder of FAI Aviation Group, commented:
“We are excited to be returning to Europe’s leading international trade show for business and general aviation, with its record number of exhibitors. We are pleased to be showcasing our latest Learjet 60 XR underscoring FAI’s commitment to offering modern, efficient and high-performing aircraft to its charter clients. We look forward to welcoming customers and delegates to our stand at AERO Friedrichshafen.”
In other news, since February 28th, The Air Ambulance Division of FAI Aviation Group, FAI Medical Services GmbH (dba FAI Air Ambulance), has completed a number of medevac missions from the Middle East including flights to the UK, the USA and from Saudi Arabia to Europe. FAI Aviation Services DMCC also continues with its Dubai-based medical escort services from/to the UAE with its UAE based medical crew.
As one of the world’s largest air ambulance jet operators. FAI’s air ambulance operations comprise a diverse and state-of-the-art, nine-strong Bombardier aircraft fleet all equipped with advanced medical technology to handle a wide range of medevac missions. FAI Air ambulance is supported by more than 70 part-time physicians, nurses and paramedics.
Customers and delegates are invited to join the team on the stand for a special Franconian afternoon on April 23rd at 2pm for regional specialities and drinks.
About FAI Aviation Group
FAI Aviation Group operates Germany´s largest fleet of Bombardier business jets. The fleet includes six Bombardier Global Express, five Challenger 604s and six Learjet 60/60XRs. FAI runs a 10,000 m² carbon-neutral fixed-base operation at its Nuremberg, Germany headquarters, employing a staff of close to 300 people, including a staff of ca. 80 people at its MRO in Nuremberg. FAI´s Group consolidated revenues in 2025 were €140M with a fleet utilization of more than 13,000 hours of flight time.
In 2012, 2020 and 2021 FAI received the prestigious Award “Air Ambulance Company of the Year” from ITIJ Magazine.
In 2021, FAI was awarded the Pandemic Response Special Award in recognition of its response to the Covid-19 pandemic.
In 2022, FAI was awarded “20 years of Aviation Excellence in the Middle East” by MEA Business at the Aviation Innovation Awards.
In 2023, FAI was awarded “Air Ambulance Company of the Year” from Middle East Aviation Awards during Dubai Airshow.
In 2024, FAI was awarded “Outstanding Sector Leadership and Growth Award” by MEA Business.
In 2024, FAI achieved “Platinum Argus Charter” and “ISBAO” Certifications.
In 2024, FAI was awarded “Most Innovative Air Ambulance Service” at the Middle East Aviation Business Awards.
In 2025, FAI was awarded “Top Aviation MRO Service in Europe 2025” by Aerospace Defense Review.
In 2025, FAI was awarded ‘Best Air Ambulance Provider Middle East” at the Middle East Aviation Innovation Awards.
News
FAI builds on 20 years in the Middle East as it anticipates record sales for 2022
FAI Aviation Group, one of the world’s leading global providers of mission-critical aviation services is pleased to participate at this week’s Bahrain Airshow (Booth D10) some 20 years after it first set up operations in the [...]
FAI Technik completes another complex Bombardier Global Express refit project
Nuremberg, Germany-based MRO, FAI Technik GmbH, part of the FAI Aviation Group and subsidiary of German special mission operator, FAI rent-a-jet has completed another outstanding Bombardier Global Express refit project, following the successful completion [...]
FAI Aviation Group’s Global Express Project Pearl starts new life in USA – with Planet Nine
FAI Technik GmbH, the expanding German MRO supplier and part of FAI Aviation Group, has completed the sale of its award-winning, refurbished Bombardier Global Express Project Pearl to an undisclosed private US buyer. The [...]