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George J. Priester Aviation Strengthens Growth in Aircraft Management Roster

WHEELING, IL (JUNE 3, 2025) – The George J. Priester Aviation fleet of managed aircraft continues to grow, as the aviation services company bolsters momentum throughout its regional bases, and internationally. Through its three brands, the company has added 10 aircraft in 2025 to its roster of nearly 90 managed planes. “This growth is the […]


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Mayo Aviation’s New Look and Sustained Commitment

6.1.23

If you have interacted with Mayo Aviation recently, you’ve likely noticed an updated look on the website and a refreshed logo. There’s an important component that hasn’t changed, however – the Mayo Aviation name and commitment to our customers. That has been true in the past, is still today and will be tomorrow. In 2022, […]

Priester Aviation and Mayo Aviation Name VP of Quality and Safety

5.23.23

WHEELING, IL (MAY 23, 2023) – Private aircraft management, charter and maintenance providers Priester Aviation and Mayo Aviation announce the promotion of recognized industry safety advocate Carl Bennett to the role of Vice President of Quality and Safety. Since 2018, Bennett has served as Director of Safety for Colorado-based Mayo Aviation, which joined with Priester […]

Priester Aviation & Mayo Aviation Renew Status on ACSF’s Industry Audit Standard Registry

5.9.23

WASHINGTON D.C., May 9, 2023 – The Air Charter Safety Foundation (ACSF.aero), a 501(c)3 nonprofit whose mission is to promote aviation safety among general and business aviation operators, has recently reregistered Priester Aviation and Mayo Aviation to its Industry Audit Standard (IAS) Registry. The ACSF’s audit is a detailed gap analysis of an operator’s management practices.

Mayo Aviation Names Aspen Services Manager

12.15.22

ENGLEWOOD, CO (December 15, 2022) – Mayo Aviation has served as Aspen’s community-based private aviation service provider for more than 40 years. Its strong connections with Rocky Mountain clients have been built on local expertise and outstanding customer service.

Mayo Aviation Establishes Scholarship with Aspen Flight Academy

10.3.22

ENGLEWOOD, Co. (October 3, 2022) – Mayo Aviation is investing in the next generation of pilots and helping them discover career opportunities in the industry. To help students realize their passion for flying, the aircraft management and charter service provider announces the establishment of the Gwendolyn O. Mayo Memorial Scholarship.

Priester Aviation Joins Forces with Mayo Aviation to Enhance Customer Service

9.15.22

For more than 75 years, Priester Aviation has created a history of building strong relationships within aviation and delivering an unmatched level of customer service. To enhance those strengths, the aircraft management and private travel provider has agreed to acquire Mayo Aviation, a similarly customer-focused, family-led private aviation company.   Priester Aviation, headquartered in Chicago, […]