6 MEA MARKETS / Business Awards 2021 , Best Aircraft Management Company - South Africa Founded in 2002 by professional pilot and CEO, JonathanWolpe, United AviationGroup has invested in and grown specialist companies which provide bespoke services to the aviation industry. It all beganwith Jonathan approaching established SouthAfrican charter operators to discuss brokering flights andUnited Charter Services. At the time, this type of servicewas only a fledgling business globally, andwas almost unheard of inAfrica. With a passion for aviation, a love of people and a commitment to the customer experience, Jonathan manages United Aviation Group with a proactive and hands-on approach, ably assisted by David Howarth, Managing Director of United Charter Services and Owenair. The duo ensures that each and every aspect of the group surpasses industry norms for excellence, and they have handpicked a dedicated team of individuals who make up the core staff and are, without a doubt, some of the best individuals in the South African aviation industry. As worldwide aviation specialists, the team provides 24/7 flight support, assistance with passenger logistics, VIP concierge services, ground handling, use of outstanding departure lounges, five-star catering and service, passport clearance, and fuel arrangements. Jonathan’s vision was to develop a premium charter service to provide a quality aviation experience for clients both locally and abroad. With its roots firmly planted in African soil, and its sights set on the horizon, United Aviation Group has seen exponential growth through acquisition and innovative product development, allowing it to invest in a larger range of aircraft from turboprops and, more significantly, various executive jets as well as longhaul airliners. This, coupled with its ability to offer multiple routes, means more flight options for clients, and a better, more personal experience. The growth also now includes not only the Charter business, but also specialist cargo transit and air ambulance services, aircraft maintenance, fixed base operations, hangarage, aircraft acquisitions and sales, aircraft import and export services, and aviation parts and equipment. Having kick-started formalised charter brokering on the African continent, United Charter services, as part of the United Aviation Group, is now one of the largest charter brokers in Africa, with a loyal customer base and a vast network of aircraft operators. In 2008, United Charter Services took the bold step of purchasing an aircraft operating business called Owenair in order to provide its clients with medium-to-long-range and ultra-long-range executive business jet transportation. Dec21506
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