Elevate Aviation Group,
formerly known as Elevate Holdings, is an American aviation, air transportation, aircraft management and maintenance service group.
It was founded in 1995 by Greg Raiff.
Background
Elevate Aviation Group is a group of multiple
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and aircraft management companies founded by Greg Raiff. Raiff started his first business, a student travel and tour service company, while still in college. He sold the company in 1999 and started a company in 1995 which later became Elevate Holdings.
Raiff is currently the chief executive of Elevate Aviation Group.
Elevate Aviation Group has several subsidiaries, including Private Jet Services Group, Elevate Jet, and Elevate MRO (formerly Keystone Aviation, acquired in June 2022).
Elevate Holdings was rebranded as Elevate Aviation Group in 2022.
In July 2023, Elevate Aviation Group designated an additional $10 million annually for investment in jet card membership, on-demand charters, and brokerage services through Private Jet Services.
A Florida court awarded an arbitration award of $29 million to Elevate Aviation Group against
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in August 2023.
Services
Elevate Aviation Group offers aircraft management and maintenance services, on-demand charter, consultancy for owners and charter users, and brokerage services for buyers and sellers.
Elevate Jet provides full-service aircraft management, acquisitions, sales, and on-demand charter. Serving both families and business executives, Elevate Jet delivers white-glove service and flight support tailored to individual client needs.
Private Jet Services Group (PJS) offers a range of flight solutions, including private jet card memberships, large group charters, and high-touch logistics for sports teams, the entertainment industry, corporate meetings, and incentive travel. PJS also partners with luxury resorts and global hospitality brands to discreetly transport VIP clientele.
Elevate MRO, formerly Keystone Aviation, is the group’s FAA-certified Part 145 maintenance division. With nationwide facilities, Elevate MRO provides aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul services including AOG response, pre-purchase inspections, parts sourcing, and
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installation. Its technicians specialize in high-touch service for both private and commercial clients, delivering efficient and tailored solutions.
References
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External links
Official website – Elevate Aviation GroupPrivate Jet Services Group
Aviation in the United States