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A Purpose-Built
Aviation Leasing Platform
Mint Air is a specialized aviation platform that acquires, configures, and dry-leases mid-size to large cabin business jets to prominent Part 135 charter operators — alongside a 99-aircraft training fleet placed with flight academies worldwide.
45+
Years Combined Aviation Experience
600+
Aircraft Delivered
115+
Aircraft Under Management
15+
Lessee Operators
What We Do
Corporate Jet Acquisition
& Global Dry Leasing
Mint acquires high-demand corporate jets, customizes each aircraft to meet operator requirements, and places them on long-term, owner-free dry leases. Our model is designed for scale, consistency, and flexibility — providing charter operators access to the right aircraft at the right time, with predictable monthly economics.
We primarily focus on mid-size to large cabin aircraft, including Gulfstream, Challenger, and Citation models, placed with top Part 135 operators across the United States. Our training fleet of 99 aircraft serves flight academies.
"Our management team possesses several leading competitive advantages — 45+ years in aviation experience, approximately 600 aircraft delivered, and relationships with many of the top 25 charter operators in the US."
Brian Kendrick
Chief Executive Officer
How We Work
A Different Approach
to Business Jet Leasing
Operator-Aligned Platform
Mint Air structures aircraft placements around operator demand, utilization targets, and long-term fleet strategy. Each aircraft is matched with the operator and lease structure best suited to maximize performance and operational stability.
Active Asset Management
Our team continuously monitors utilization, maintenance exposure, market demand, and lease performance to optimize aircraft placement, reduce downtime, and preserve long-term asset value.
Long-Term Partnerships
Mint Air focuses on building multi-aircraft, multi-year relationships with charter operators, flight schools, and aviation partners through scalable dry lease and revenue-share structures.
115+ Aircraft Under Management
Why Operators Choose Mint
Owner-Free Structure
Aircraft are dedicated to the charter operator under a dry lease, avoiding complex owner schedules and conflicts.
Custom Fleet Fit
Mint sources aircraft that match the operator's network, client base, and crew experience.
Reduced Capital Strain
Grow fleet capacity with a predictable monthly lease instead of tying up millions in equity.
Proven Aviation Experience
Decades of experience and hundreds of aircraft delivered across business aviation.
Speed to Service
From mandate to first revenue flight, Mint's process is built around fast conformity and deployment into charter service.
Nationwide Operator Network
Relationships with many of the top 25 charter operators in the US, built over 30+ years in the industry.
What We Stand For
Our Core Values
Reliability
Aircraft that are maintained, configured, and managed to stay in service. Every asset in our platform is airworthy, documented, and ready to operate.
Transparency
Clear economics, clear roles, and no surprises in structuring or reporting. We believe long-term partnerships are built on complete visibility.
Alignment
Shared targets for utilization, dispatch reliability, and economic performance. Our success is directly tied to the success of our operator partners.
Integrity
Long-term relationships are built by doing what we say we are going to do. Our track record of 600+ aircraft delivered speaks for itself.
The People Behind Mint Air
Leadership Team
Brian Kendrick
Chief Executive Officer
Aviation executive with 30+ years of experience operating and scaling charter aircraft platforms. Brian has overseen fleets exceeding 25 aircraft and completed more than 600 aircraft transactions across the business aviation market.
Nick Castellino
Chief Operating Officer
Operations and aviation management professional with experience in fleet operations, aircraft transitions, and platform execution. Nick oversees operational coordination, fleet onboarding, and operator integration across the Mint Air platform.
Shane Huiberts, CPA
Chief Financial Officer
Certified Public Accountant with experience in accounting, finance, and operational reporting across private companies and financial services organizations. Shane oversees financial operations, reporting, and platform accounting initiatives.
Frank Dohn, CFA
Executive Vice President
Chartered Financial Analyst with 40+ years of investment and portfolio management experience across banking, financial services, and asset management. Frank supports Mint Air's strategic growth, capital structuring, and institutional development initiatives.
Christopher George, CPA
Head of Corporate Strategy
Corporate strategy and business development executive with experience spanning M&A, capital raising, aviation, energy, and fintech. Christopher focuses on strategic partnerships, growth initiatives, and institutional relationships.
Crystal Knight
VP Corporate Development
Business development and aircraft acquisition specialist focused on sourcing, lease placement, operator relationships, and fleet transitions. Crystal supports aircraft onboarding, pre-buy coordination, and strategic growth initiatives across the platform.
Community & Philanthropy
Wheels, Wings
& Fashion
Mint Air is a proud multi-year supporter of Wheels, Wings & Fashion — South Florida's premier charity event held at Signature FBO at Boca Raton Airport. Known as "The Hangar Party," it's an exclusive red-carpet evening of luxury, aviation, and giving back.
Each year the event brings together private jets, exotic cars, helicopters, performance boats, designer fashion runway shows, premier vendors, live entertainment, and a charity auction — all under one roof at the airport.
Proceeds benefit the Victoria's Voice Foundation and other selected local charities. Mint Air has participated since 2021, celebrating the intersection of aviation, community, and philanthropic leadership.
Ready to Discuss
Your Fleet Needs?
Whether you're a Part 135 operator looking to add capacity or a flight academy scaling your training fleet, our team is ready to structure the right solution for your operation.