Hopscotch Go Cleared for Public Offering

Air taxi operator plans expansion throughout Northeast with new funding

Published on Feb. 17, 2026

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Hopscotch Go Corporation, the parent company of FAA-certificated air taxi operator Hopscotch Air, Inc., has received SEC qualification for a Regulation A public offering. The company plans to use the new funding to expand its fleet of Cirrus SR22 aircraft throughout the Northeast, including new locations in the Boston and Philadelphia markets, and to develop new online and AI tools to streamline the private flight booking process.

Why it matters

The public offering represents a significant milestone for Hopscotch Air as it seeks to grow its regional air mobility service and make private aviation more accessible. As a FAA-certified operator, Hopscotch Air is positioned to capitalize on increasing demand for private flights, particularly in congested Northeast markets where commercial air travel can be challenging.

The details

Hopscotch Air currently operates a fleet of Cirrus SR22 aircraft out of locations on Long Island, NY, Westchester, NY, and the Boston area. With the new funding, the company plans to expand its fleet and add new markets like Philadelphia. The company also aims to develop new online and AI-powered booking tools to simplify the private flight experience, which CEO Andrew Schmertz says has historically been "arduous" for consumers.

  • Hopscotch Air was launched in 2009.
  • The company currently performs about 900 revenue legs per year.

The players

Hopscotch Go Corporation

The parent company of FAA-certificated air taxi operator Hopscotch Air, Inc.

Hopscotch Air, Inc.

A FAA-certificated regional air mobility operator flying a fleet of Cirrus aircraft.

Andrew Schmertz

CEO of Hopscotch Go Corporation.

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What they’re saying

“This is just another step in our goal to become a nationwide regional air mobility operator. In aviation, everything comes down to measured steps.”

— Andrew Schmertz, CEO (bakercityherald.com)

“It's no secret that flying private has often been an arduous process. It shouldn't be and our service can help.”

— Andrew Schmertz, CEO (bakercityherald.com)

What’s next

With the SEC qualification, Hopscotch Go can now proceed with its Regulation A public offering to raise funds for the company's expansion plans.

The takeaway

Hopscotch Air's public offering represents a significant milestone in the company's efforts to make private aviation more accessible through technological innovation and strategic fleet growth in key Northeast markets.