Flexjet Secures $800 Million Equity Investment Led by L Catterton, Largest in Private Aviation History

Flexjet, a global leader in private aviation, has raised $800 million in equity investment from a consortium led by L Catterton, with participation from KSL Capital Partners and J. Safra Group. The investment supports Flexjet's vision to transform the private jet flight experience, including investments in workforce, infrastructure, and fleet modernization. The partnership will enhance Flexjet's control over key ingredients for service delivery, such as private terminals and maintenance networks.

Cleveland, Ohio, July 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Flexjet, a global leader in private aviation, has closed an $800 million equity investment from a consortium of strategic investors led by leading global consumer-focused investment firm L Catterton, with participation from affiliates of KSL Capital Partners, LLC and the J. Safra Group. This investment marks the largest equity investment in the history of private aviation and will support Flexjet’s vision to significantly transform the private jet flight experience.

The investment will be used to enhance Flexjet’s global workforce, infrastructure, and fleet modernization. The company aims to meet the growing demand for larger aircraft and international flights, offering a more bespoke travel experience that begins with access through private terminals and ends with unique access to destinations, products, and curated events exclusive to the Flexjet community.

Flexjet’s success is built on its ability to control key ingredients that lead to specialized service delivery, including its largest in-house maintenance network, private terminals, and Cabin Attendant Academy. The company currently operates 11 private terminals, with London Farnborough expected to open early next year. The partnership will further advance Flexjet’s control over these services, as well as create exclusive access to luxury experiences and products, such as its partnerships with Ferretti Group’s Riva Yachts and Bentley Motors.

“L Catterton, with its special relationship with LVMH and its family of brands, provides the perfect opportunity for collaborating in areas such as consumer insights, brand strategies, retail expansion, and luxury product delivery,” commented Kenn Ricci, Flexjet’s Chairman.

This landmark investment creates a unique and differentiated strategic partnership between management and Flexjet’s existing shareholders, who will remain in control, and three leading global investors. L Catterton, KSL Capital Partners, and the J. Safra Group bring a long and successful record of investing in businesses that serve upscale consumers through experiential branding, luxury goods, and unmatched travel and leisure experiences.

Jefferies, Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC, and Goldman Sachs acted as co-advisors to Flexjet.

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[1] https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2025/07/21/3118640/0/en/FLEXJET-RAISES-800-MILLION-EQUITY-INVESTMENT-FROM-INVESTMENT-GROUP-LED-BY-L-CATTERTON.html
[2] https://finance.yahoo.com/news/flexjet-raises-800-million-equity-113100415.html