The FAA is revoking exemptions that allowed older Cessna Citation jets to fly commercial operations with a single pilot, directly affecting Part 135 charter operators.
The FAA has denied Trident Adventures' request to resume helocast ocean-jump tours in Hawaii, citing a fundamental conflict with commercial passenger certification standards.
Private jet charter rates in 2026 range from $2,000 to $20,000 per hour - but the real cost is often 30–50% higher once positioning fees, taxes, and fees are added.