5/ 5 reviews
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“He really cares about who he is taking up in the air and I felt extremely comfortable flying with him.”
Michael Alvarado5★ on Google
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Clipper Aviation is a private jet charter broker based in Los Angeles, CA. As a broker, Clipper Aviation arranges flights on FAA Part 135 certificated aircraft operated by third-party charter operators, sourcing the right aircraft and negotiating terms on the client's behalf.
In their words
Based at the iconic Van Nuys Airport, Clipper Aviation is Southern California’s premier general aviation services provider. We are proud to offer our clients world-class aircraft charter, maintenance, brokerage and crew training. Customer satisfaction is the yardstick of our success and we never compromise on the highest standards of safety, professionalism and client-centricity.
With a Part 135 operator certificate, Clipper is well-positioned to offer a truly exceptional charter experience. From piston to turbine, local to global - we have aircraft and crews ready to meet your specific mission needs. In addition to chartering our in-house fleet of King Air 350 and SF50 Vision Jet aircraft, we maintain strong relationships with all leading operators in North America, ensuring that we can support the full scope of your executive travel requirements.
Our Part 145 Repair Station is fully licensed and staffed by a deeply knowledgeable team of expert technicians. Partnerships with all major GA OEMs allow us to complete both warranty and non-warranty work on a wide range of aircraft and equipment types. Furthermore, we offer full on-field avionics/radio capabilities, including installation, refurbishment and troubleshooting. We are actively hiring experienced A&P / IA / Avionics technicians and offer competitive pay, in addition to a generous benefits package.
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Charter broker, not a direct operator. Brokers arrange flights on aircraft flown by Part 135 operators. Comparing brokers? See the operator register for who actually flies the aircraft.
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5/ 5 reviews
“He really cares about who he is taking up in the air and I felt extremely comfortable flying with him.”
Michael Alvarado5★ on Google
4/ 5 reviews
“I’ve been a student at Clipper since June and am currently finishing up my requirements for private pilot.”
Zachary Skie5★ on Google
3/ 5 reviews
“Jessica and Emma, who run the office are always a pleasure to work with and provide excellent service.”
Dirk Sanders5★ on Google
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Trust
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Brief the trip
Route, dates, passengers, and preferences, a good broker turns that into a precise aircraft spec.
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Source the operator
Brokers shop your trip across FAA Part 135 operators, comparing aircraft, positioning, and price.
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Verify, then fly
The operator on the certificate flies you. Check their safety ratings and reviews here before you sign.
Ask any broker which Part 135 operator will fly your trip, then look them up on the operator register.
Safety pedigree
Arranges flights on FAA Part 135 aircraft flown by third-party certificated operators.
No third-party WYVERN broker certification on file.
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Coverage
Clipper Aviation is registered in Los Angeles, CA (ZIP 91406). Brokers arrange charter nationwide, the trip departs from wherever you are, not from the broker's office.
From around the web
Michael Alvarado · a year ago
I have done a number of different discovery flights in the Los Angeles area and Clipper Aviation is by far the best one. The aircrafts, facilities and sim room were all well maintained. I was even able to get my first night time flying added to my logbook! I flew with Arya in a Piper Archer and he is a CFI who is kind and also knowledgeable. He really cares about who he is taking up in the air and I felt extremely comfortable flying with him. He is not just looking to take your money by pressuring you into signing up to take lessons. On the contrary, I feel like he would help me on my pilot journey even if I was not able to commit to Clipper Aviation and that is really saying a lot. The other instructors I met there were also incredibly friendly and they answered any and all of the questions I had (I had a lot.) I do not feel like they were ever rushing me or rude in any way and because of this I am doing everything I can to commit to flying and getting my PPL with them.
Gevorg Kalantaryan · 2 years ago
I did some research on various flight schools near Los Angeles and all signs kept pointing me to Clipper Aviation. Their large selection of planes (Piper, Cessna, Cirrus, Diamond, etc.) made it convenient to choose something that fit within my training needs and budget. They have an in-house maintenance facility to properly maintain and quickly resolve any issues that may arise and their entire facility is super clean and well organized. The best part though is their staff. My instructor, Michael Sahakian, is absolutely amazing. He is extremely knowledgable and answers all my questions in great detail. He makes sure I actually understand the topics he is teaching me by always using examples and visuals which help me a lot. Michael always ensures that safety is an absolute priority during my training. Thanks to Michael, I have a solid foundation in my aviation journey. Overall, I couldn't be happier with my decision to train for my private pilot's license at Clipper Aviation, especially with my CFI, Michael Sahakian.
Zachary Skie · 3 years ago
I’ve been a student at Clipper since June and am currently finishing up my requirements for private pilot. I did a few discovery flights and tours with different schools around the LA area and was having a hard time deciding where to go until I did a tour with Clipper. I could tell almost immediately that they were a major cut above anything else I had seen. Now that I’ve been here for 6 months I can say my instructors Supreet and Chris have been awesome, the fleet is incredible and well maintained, and everyone is the community has been so nice and helpful every step of the way. I’m on a commercial path and know for sure that I’ll be staying with clipper to complete all of my ratings. I really can’t recommend them enough to any student or prospective student in LA.
Gregg A · 3 years ago
Great flight school, mechanics shop, and staff, Very clean and professional environment as well. Came here to do some training in my new PA46 and couldn’t have been more happy. I will be coming back to Clipper very soon to do my cirrus transition. I highly recommend going to Clipper for you flight training and maintenance!! Thanks a ton to Alex, JJ, Charles, and everyone else we met at Clipper Aviation! 🙏🏽
Dirk Sanders · 3 years ago
Clipper Aviation is a fantastic place to fly. I completed my Instrument rating with CFIIs JJ and Asher. Both are A++ instructors. Jessica and Emma, who run the office are always a pleasure to work with and provide excellent service. The fleet of aircraft is beautiful. From upgraded glass panel Archers, to a sharp looking C-172, to great fleet of G6 Cirrus SRx and more, there is a vast choice of aircraft to rent and train in. I’m all in on Cirrus at the moment – they are amazing machines to fly. One of the things I love most about Clipper is the community. Its clear the team at Clipper is passionate about aviation, has an unrelenting commitment to safety, and is focused on creating a best-in-class environment for people to pursue and grow their interests in aviation. For sure I recommend taking advantage of the seminars and sim.
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