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Falcon Luxe confirms private jet fleet expansion plans, as demand soars for ultra premium travel

falcon aircraft in flight

UAE-based private jet operator Falcon Luxe says it is set to receive as many as 40 aircraft by the end of 2026, increasing the size of its fleet to more more than 50 private jets.

This represents a huge investment in the service. Currently, Falcon Luxe operates a private jet fleet comprising 12 aircraft. The expansion of the Falcon Luxe fleet has been critical in meeting demand, it says.

In the second quarter of 2025, a number of new aircraft will join the Flacon Luxe fleet, including the long-range Bombardier Global Express 6500, in an ultra-premium configuration. The new aircraft will allow offering non-stop flights of up to 12,000km connecting most of the global city pairs.

Falcon Luxe will also unveil a new premium cabin design, to woo high-spending travelers to flights that can top 14 hours…

New premium cabin designs on Falcon Luxe jets

Falcon Luxe, known for its meticulously crafted itineraries, will also unveil a new premium cabin design, to woo high-spending travellers to flights that can top 14 hours. The new concept is aimed at setting new industry standards on the world’s longest routes. The new cabins promise enhanced space and comfort, allowing passengers to relax or work effortlessly on board.

“We are honoured to build on the legacy of the heritage Falcon Aviation brand, originally founded by His Highness Dr. Sheikh Sultan Bin Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahayan,” says Sultan Rashit Abdulla Rashit Al Shene, Founder and Chairman of Alex Group Investments, the parent company of Falcon. “Today, Falcon sets a new industry standard in private aviation and supports Dubai’s vision to become a global private aviation hub. It is set to become a leading private jet operator in the region, attracting more wealthy travellers to the UAE.”

To learn more about the Falcon universe, visit flyfalcon.com.

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