Jet Source Shares Next Generation Aviation Philosophy at NBAA 2007

Leading Aviation Firm Celebrates 10 Years, Sets Example with Strategic Vision for the Future

ATLANTA — (September 25, 2007) — Jet Source, an award-winning full-service aviation firm, will demonstrate it’s leadership position in the industry at the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) 60th Annual Meeting and Convention (booth #6041). With more than ten years of success and a trackrecord of excellence, Jet Source is focused on maintaining a leading-edge for the next generation of aviation through a variety of innovative advancements and accomplishments, including: A Commitment to GREEN Technology and Sustainable Design In 2005, Jet Source became the first (and is still the only) FBO in the country to be powered by solar energy. Further, Jet Source has also installed a lighting and HVAC system designed to reduce overall energy usage by more than 50 percent, which has saved the company more than 90 percent on energy bills.

With its solar-powered system in place, Jet Source has also been able to contribute additional electricity to the grid at the peak hours of the day, when energy is in high demand, to reduce the threat of rolling “brownouts“ for the surrounding community of businesses and residents. “As a leader in this industry, it’s incredibly important to recognize our responsibility to support a clean environment,“ said Frank Milian, president and COO at Jet Source. “We understand that investing in renewable energy solutions is a critical component for the future of aviation and we’re proud of our ability to find new ways of doing that to increase efficiency and reduce costs.“

Launching New Facility in Nevada

Adding solar power has been so successful for Jet Source, that the company will also incorporate a similar system into its second facility in Henderson, Nevada, which is set to open in 2009. Henderson’s state-ofthe-art facility will consist of two 35,000 square foot hangars and an executive terminal with exclusive amenities, a special VIP room and concierge-style services for its customers. One of Henderson’s hangars will be dedicated to its aircraft management and charter operation, where it expects to house eight to ten business aircraft. The second hangar at the facility will support Jet Source’s Avionics and Aircraft Maintenance Operation, which will offer maintenance and support services for a variety of business aircraft operators traveling in the region.

Investments in New Aircraft

With the addition of four new aircraft to its fleet, including two Hawker 800s, a Hawker 400-731 and Westwind II, Jet Source now operates fifteen aircraft in it’s total fleet. Further, in May 2007 Jet Source announced that it will enter the Very Light Jet (VLJ) market, which provides an efficient, environmentally-friendly alternative to private jet travel. Jet Source will offer a shared ownership program with three unique offerings, tailored to suit the interests of business, individuals and licensed pilots.

Visionary Leadership

Jet Source’s management team brings more than 140 years of combined experience in aviation and a sincere dedication to providing superior customer service and operational excellence. The company has been ranked among the Top 40 FBOs in the Americas (2004, 2006, 2007), is one of 56 companies to receive an ARG/US Platinum Rating and was voted among the Top 10 Avionics Center’s in the US. “Through the years, Jet Source has kept a steady pulse on the evolution of our industry in order to identify and meet the changing needs of our customers,“ continued Frank Milian. “Our team is constantly investigating new technologies, innovative services and all-around better ways to operate, so that we can continue to pave the way toward the next generation of aviation.“

About Jet Source

Established in 1997, Jet Source is a nationally-recognized business aviation center and is the only facility in California having the internal capabilities to support the operational needs of corporate aircraft at one location. Headquartered in southern California at the Palomar-McClellan Airport in Carlsbad, Jet Source boasts more than 120,000 square feet of hangar space, a FBO with an Executive Terminal and provides maintenance, avionics, ramp service, fuel sales, aircraft charter, management and aircraft sales/acquisition. More information can be found online at www.jetsource.com.

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