ExcelAire Expands Fleet: Adds Bombardier Global 5000


RONKONKOMA, NY--(Marketwire - July 29, 2009) - ExcelAire (www.excelaire.com), a leading private jet charter firm, today announced the addition of a 13-seat Bombardier Global 5000 to its fleet. Ideal for intercontinental travel, the Global 5000 is equipped with an extended range option and can fly 5,300 nautical miles nonstop at Mach .82, making it one of the fastest long range jets available today.

"With the Global 5000, we continue to extend our heavy jet capabilities," said David Rimmer, Executive Vice President, ExcelAire. "This very advanced aircraft comes fully equipped with many passenger amenities to ensure a comfortable and productive trip. And, it flies faster and higher than most commercial aircraft-enabling travelers to save precious travel time."

ExcelAire's new Global 5000 features state of the art in-flight communications capabilities, including high-speed Internet access, WiFi and BlackBerry access, which help business travelers to be fully productive and accessible during their entire journey. The Global 5000 jet also offers fully berthable seats and an aft lounge/bedroom, enabling passengers to arrive refreshed and rested for a productive day of meetings upon their arrival -- virtually anywhere in the world. For comfort and convenience, it also has a full galley along with forward and rear lavatories to ensure passenger privacy. Each captain's chair has an individual monitor and touch-screen cabin control system.

ExcelAire's experienced on-board cabin attendants provide first-class service while ensuring safety and comfort. Whether traveling for a financial road show, a music tour or to make essential client contacts in remote locations, the Global 5000 is supported by ExcelAire's experienced support staff that handles all trip logistics to ensure a seamless travel experience.

"Now, more than ever, corporations must maintain strong ties to their existing customers and respond quickly to new business opportunities," said Rimmer. "The Global 5000 and the rest of ExcelAire's fleet are essential business tools during these challenging economic times."

In addition to Global 5000, ExcelAire operates 10 Gulfstreams, three Legacy 600s, Beechjet, Cessna Citations, Learjet, two cabin-class helicopters and other aircraft.

About ExcelAire

ExcelAire (www.excelaire.com) is one of the nation's leading private jet charter firms, specializing in worldwide private jet charters, aircraft management, maintenance and sales. The company maintains office and hangar space at Long Island's MacArthur Airport (ISP) and operates Long Island's only world-class FBO. Further information about the entire ExcelAire fleet, including downloadable photos and individual aircraft specifications, is available at www.excelaire.com, or by calling 1-800-773-9235.

Contact Information: For more information, contact: Lisa Hendrickson LCH Communications/for ExcelAire 516-767-8390