Paradise Jets

In the high-stakes world of private aviation, it’s easy to get caught up in glossy brochures and flashy jets.

But Paradise Jets, under the steady leadership of Senior Vice President Cynthia Thomas, is rewriting that script.

The company’s approach isn’t about selling aircraft or flight hours—it’s about listening, planning, and becoming a trusted partner in its clients’ long-term travel strategies.

From its base as a certified Part 135 charter operator to managing a fleet of diverse aircraft and offering unique co-ownership options, the company seamlessly blends strategic advising with end-to-end implementation. The result is a rare mix of sophistication and reliability that has resonated with high-profile clients across the globe.

At the heart of Paradise Jets is the conviction that no two travelers are the same. Some clients are time-pressed executives juggling multi-city meetings in a single day; others seek the serenity of leisure travel without sacrificing flexibility. Paradise Jets digs deep into each client’s unique situation, posing the essential questions: How often do you fly? How many passengers typically accompany you? Is this for business, leisure, or a mix of both? The answers inform a customized strategy—whether it’s full ownership, block charter, or participation in the company’s innovative co-ownership program.

“Our hands-on, analytical process is not just theoretical,” says Thomas. “Paradise Jets doesn’t stop at providing recommendations—we put them into action. If a client opts for ownership, we manage the entire acquisition process: helping select the right aircraft, overseeing pre-buy inspections, ensuring regulatory compliance, and placing the jet under our operational certificate.”

For clients who prefer flexibility, the co-ownership model allows access to aircraft without the full burden of ownership—no monthly fees and a favorable buyback option included. It’s this careful balance of strategy and action that enables Paradise Jets to fulfill the unique missions of clients, every time.

One of the company’s longstanding client relationships illustrates this commitment. A business traveler initially came to Paradise Jets out of frustration—frequent maintenance issues, unreliable crews, and even aborted takeoffs were making private travel more stressful than seamless. What began as a consultation quickly evolved into full-service management. Paradise Jets evaluated the client’s needs, provided more reliable aircraft, and eventually assumed full responsibility for their travel logistics. The client can now visit multiple locations in a day and return home in time to tuck their children into bed—a mission Paradise Jets proudly supports.

The company also isn’t afraid to say no when necessary. If a client’s needs fall outside its scope, Paradise Jets refers them to trusted partners. This transparency builds trust and reflects a core principle: success is not defined by closing a deal, but by ensuring that each client is matched with the right solution.

While much of the aviation industry still relies on prepackaged programs and vague promises, Paradise Jets differentiates itself by its willingness to demystify the process. Clients are invited behind the curtain, so to speak, and given as much insight into aircraft operations, tax advantages, and logistical planning as they desire. For some, it’s a welcome education. For others, it’s the assurance that they’ve chosen a partner who knows what they’re doing.

With its newly enhanced co-ownership program—offering no monthly fees, lower hourly rates, and generous buyback options—the company continues to push the boundaries of what private aviation can offer. Currently available on their fleet of Lear 60’s and Gulstream G V’s, the program exemplifies Paradise Jets’ ongoing mission to make private jet access both smarter and more accessible. The company will be adding the Gulfstream G V to its fleet to join the Lear 60 in the near future.