Waypoint Set for Summer Launch

"Waypoint's air taxi service is as convenient as hailing a cab,” said Waypoint President and CEO Steven Brechter, in announcing the new service would launch before summer. “Imagine a small business jet for your own use at the price of airline travel. The service will provide an affordable...

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"Waypoint's air taxi service is as convenient as hailing a cab,” said Waypoint President and CEO Steven Brechter, in announcing the new service would launch before summer. “Imagine a small business jet for your own use at the price of airline travel. The service will provide an affordable option for business and leisure travelers and will complement existing travel options. Travelers can go on their own schedule, from anywhere to anywhere, with short notice, in a private jet aircraft that belongs just to them for the duration of their trip."
The company, which partnered with local FBO Lane Aviation to launch the new very light jet service, called it “a regional air taxi service and capitalizes on the loss of air service to many small communities in the last decade. It is based at Port Columbus International Airport and will focus on the Cessna Mustang, Eclipse 500 or the Embraer Phenom. “I think managing three aircraft types will be easier,” Brechter told VLJ Report. “When I was with NetJets, I managed 14 and that was too many.”
The Waypoint/Lane Aviation partnership fills the gap between the airlines and traditional charter flights. "I see the VLJ as similar to the advent With its spotless safety record, Lane Aviation is one of the most respected aviation charter service companies in the country," said Brechter. "By partnering with Lane, we get a safe and professional operation to fill an aviation niche that is currently not being served."
Lane Aviation President Tom Deuber added, "We are excited about our partnership with Waypoint, because it gives us the opportunity to lead the way and make our mark on the next generation of air travel. At Lane, we have 73 years of serving charter customers, and this revolutionary venture allows us to offer a unique and desirable aviation product."
Founded in 2005, Waypoint Corporation is among the leaders in the next- generation air taxi revolution. Related Story Waypoint will be providing air taxi and VLJ management services throughout the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic States.
Now in its 73rd year of business, Lane Aviation is a full service Fixed Base Operator with two locations: Port Columbus International and Rickenbacker International airports. With 120 employees and 138,000 square feet of hangar space at Port Columbus, Lane offers complete line and fueling services, aircraft parts and maintenance, aircraft sales, airline support services and on-demand air charter.