Maxair and Elite Jets Join George J. Priester Aviation Network

The two companies expand Priester Aviation's family-led aviation group.

Mar. 13, 2026 at 7:20pm

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Maxair, based in Appleton, Wisconsin, and Elite Jets, based in Naples, Florida, have joined the George J. Priester Aviation network, which includes Priester Aviation, Mayo Aviation, Hill Private Aviation, and Omni Private Aviation. The partnership brings together organizations with expertise in owned aircraft charter, aircraft management, and ad-hoc charter, creating new opportunities to serve clients more comprehensively.

Why it matters

The addition of Maxair and Elite Jets expands Priester Aviation's existing legacy bases in the Midwest, Rocky Mountain West, Southeast, and South Central regions, allowing the group to leverage operational expertise, resources, and infrastructure to strengthen their service capabilities.

The details

Maxair and Elite Jets will share resources and infrastructure with the other companies in the Priester Aviation network. The additions bring 17 aircraft into the group fleet, including Embraer Phenom 300s, a Legacy 500, Gulfstream G200s, and a Gulfstream GV.

  • Maxair and Elite Jets were announced as new members of the George J. Priester Aviation network on Friday, March 13, 2026.

The players

George J. Priester Aviation

A network of family-led aviation companies, including Priester Aviation, Mayo Aviation, Hill Private Aviation, and Omni Private Aviation.

Maxair

An aviation company based in Appleton, Wisconsin, that specializes in owned aircraft charter.

Elite Jets

An aviation company based in Naples, Florida, that specializes in owned aircraft charter.

Andy Priester

The chairman of George J. Priester Aviation.

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What they’re saying

“This partnership brings together organizations that share a passion in delivering high-touch ownerships and charter experience built on safety, service and long-term relationships.”

— Andy Priester, Chairman, George J. Priester Aviation

“We're honored to bring all of these incredible people and rich histories together. The strengths of the six companies make us all better, while retaining the unique qualities and connections that have served our regions so well.”

— Andy Priester, Chairman, George J. Priester Aviation

The takeaway

The expansion of the George J. Priester Aviation network through the addition of Maxair and Elite Jets strengthens the group's capabilities in aircraft charter, management, and ad-hoc services, allowing them to better serve clients across a wider geographic footprint.