Vaunt Adds Leviate Air to Operator Network, Expanding Access to Iconic HondaJet Experience
Volato Group (NYSE American: SOAR) announced that Leviate Air Group has joined its Vaunt platform as an approved third-party operator, adding 13 new aircraft including 6 HondaJets to its network. This partnership strengthens Vaunt's light jet category offerings and expands access to one of its most popular aircraft types.
The addition of Leviate, which includes their Bombardier Global 5000, marks the first large-cabin aircraft in the network, potentially enabling future premium tier services. Vaunt's network now comprises over 100 aircraft, with the platform experiencing an 85% sequential increase in top-line sales. The platform continues to expand through operator partnerships while adding integrated features like hotel and airline bookings.
Volato Group (NYSE American: SOAR) ha annunciato che Leviate Air Group si è unito alla sua piattaforma Vaunt come operatore terzo approvato, aggiungendo 13 nuovi aeromobili tra cui 6 HondaJet alla rete. Questa collaborazione rafforza l'offerta di Vaunt nella categoria dei jet leggeri e amplia l'accesso a uno dei tipi di velivoli più richiesti.
L'inserimento di Leviate, che include il loro Bombardier Global 5000, rappresenta il primo aeromobile a cabina grande nella rete, aprendo la possibilità a futuri servizi di livello premium. La rete di Vaunt ora conta oltre 100 aeromobili, con la piattaforma che ha registrato un incremento sequenziale dell'85% nelle vendite. La piattaforma continua a crescere grazie a partnership con operatori e all'integrazione di funzionalità come prenotazioni di hotel e voli aerei.
Volato Group (NYSE American: SOAR) anunció que Leviate Air Group se ha unido a su plataforma Vaunt como operador externo aprobado, sumando 13 nuevas aeronaves, incluyendo 6 HondaJets a su red. Esta alianza fortalece la oferta de Vaunt en la categoría de jets ligeros y amplía el acceso a uno de sus tipos de aeronaves más populares.
La incorporación de Leviate, que incluye su Bombardier Global 5000, marca el primer avión de cabina grande en la red, lo que podría permitir futuros servicios de nivel premium. La red de Vaunt ahora cuenta con más de 100 aeronaves, y la plataforma ha experimentado un aumento secuencial del 85% en las ventas. La plataforma sigue expandiéndose mediante alianzas con operadores y añadiendo funciones integradas como reservas de hoteles y vuelos.
Volato Group (NYSE American: SOAR)는 Leviate Air Group이 승인된 제3자 운영자로서 Vaunt 플랫폼에 합류하여 13대의 새로운 항공기를 추가했으며, 그중 6대는 HondaJet입니다. 이 파트너십은 Vaunt의 경량 제트기 카테고리를 강화하고 가장 인기 있는 항공기 유형 중 하나에 대한 접근성을 확대합니다.
Leviate의 추가는 Bombardier Global 5000을 포함하여 네트워크 내 최초의 대형 캐빈 항공기를 의미하며, 향후 프리미엄 티어 서비스 제공 가능성을 열어줍니다. Vaunt의 네트워크는 현재 100대 이상의 항공기로 구성되어 있으며, 플랫폼은 매출 상위 부문에서 85%의 연속 성장을 기록했습니다. 이 플랫폼은 운영자 파트너십을 통해 계속 확장되며 호텔 및 항공편 예약과 같은 통합 기능도 추가하고 있습니다.
Volato Group (NYSE American : SOAR) a annoncé que Leviate Air Group a rejoint sa plateforme Vaunt en tant qu'opérateur tiers approuvé, ajoutant 13 nouveaux avions dont 6 HondaJets à son réseau. Ce partenariat renforce l'offre de Vaunt dans la catégorie des jets légers et étend l'accès à l'un de ses types d'appareils les plus populaires.
L'ajout de Leviate, qui inclut leur Bombardier Global 5000, marque le premier avion à grande cabine du réseau, ouvrant potentiellement la voie à des services premium à l'avenir. Le réseau de Vaunt comprend désormais plus de 100 appareils, avec une augmentation séquentielle de 85 % des ventes. La plateforme continue de s'étendre grâce à des partenariats avec des opérateurs tout en ajoutant des fonctionnalités intégrées telles que la réservation d'hôtels et de vols.
Volato Group (NYSE American: SOAR) gab bekannt, dass Leviate Air Group als zugelassener Drittanbieter in seine Vaunt-Plattform aufgenommen wurde und damit 13 neue Flugzeuge, darunter 6 HondaJets, zum Netzwerk hinzufügte. Diese Partnerschaft stärkt das Angebot von Vaunt in der Kategorie der Leichtjets und erweitert den Zugang zu einem der beliebtesten Flugzeugtypen.
Die Aufnahme von Leviate, einschließlich ihrer Bombardier Global 5000, markiert das erste Großraumflugzeug im Netzwerk und ermöglicht potenziell zukünftige Premium-Dienste. Das Vaunt-Netzwerk umfasst nun über 100 Flugzeuge, wobei die Plattform einen 85%igen sequenziellen Umsatzanstieg verzeichnet. Die Plattform wächst weiterhin durch Partnerschaften mit Betreibern und fügt integrierte Funktionen wie Hotel- und Flugbuchungen hinzu.
- Addition of 13 new aircraft including 6 premium HondaJets to the network
- 85% sequential increase in top-line sales
- Network expansion to over 100 aircraft
- First large-cabin aircraft (Bombardier Global 5000) added through partnership
- Integration of new features including hotel and airline bookings
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Volato expands Vaunt fleet by 13 aircraft through Leviate partnership, strengthening light jet offerings amid 85% sales growth.
Volato's strategic addition of Leviate Air Group to its Vaunt platform represents a significant operational expansion with 13 new aircraft joining the network, including 6 HondaJets. This partnership strengthens Vaunt's core light jet category while rekindling its HondaJet heritage that initially defined the brand experience.
The expansion carries particular significance as it reinforces Vaunt's ability to meet member demand for a specific aircraft type that helped build its initial customer loyalty. HondaJets offer distinct advantages in the private aviation market with their quiet cabins and refined four-passenger configuration that appeals to travelers seeking premium regional travel options.
Most notably, the press release reveals an impressive
The addition of Leviate's Bombardier Global 5000 also creates a strategic pathway for Vaunt to potentially enter the large-cabin segment, which would allow them to serve long-range travel needs and potentially capture higher-value flights. This positions Volato to potentially expand its addressable market while maintaining its core service quality.
The integration of hotel and airline bookings further indicates Vaunt's evolution toward becoming a more comprehensive travel platform rather than simply an aircraft operator, potentially creating additional revenue streams beyond flight operations.
Leviate joins Vaunt with 13 aircraft, including 6 HondaJets, reinforcing member demand for premium light jets
ATLANTA, GA, June 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Volato Group, Inc. (the “Company” or “Volato”) (NYSE American: SOAR) today announced that Leviate Air Group has joined its Vaunt platform as an approved third-party operator, adding 13 additional aircraft to the network—including 6 HondaJets. The partnership strengthens Vaunt’s core offering in the light jet category and expands access to one of the most beloved aircraft types among its members.
Vaunt was originally built on Volato’s own fleet of HondaJets, which was the largest in the world at the time. That fleet helped launch the platform’s distinctive model of short-notice, story-worthy private travel and played a key role in shaping early member loyalty. The addition of Leviate reinforces that legacy, ensuring continued access to a jet type that helped define the Vaunt experience.
HondaJets are known for their quiet cabins, elegant design, and refined four-passenger layout, making them a favorite among travelers seeking premium comfort and flexibility. Leviate’s presence ensures a deep bench of these popular aircraft, while also broadening the platform’s geographic coverage.
“Leviate is proud to bring both depth and diversity to the Vaunt fleet,” said Logan Laporte, Director of Sales – Honda Fleet at Leviate Air Group. “We’ve long believed in the HondaJet as a premium experience for regional travel. As the platform evolves, we’re excited to help shape what future tiers—like large-cabin access—could look like for Vaunt members.”
While not yet available on Vaunt, Leviate’s Bombardier Global 5000 marks the first large-cabin aircraft operated by a Vaunt partner—paving the way for future product tiers that could accommodate long-range and ultra-premium missions. The platform remains focused on scaling through trusted operators while continuing to grow through operator partnerships that expand flight variety and unlock new types of travel experiences for members.
Now with more than 100 aircraft across the network, Vaunt continues to grow strategically—driven by an
About Vaunt
Vaunt, a Volato Group company, is redefining private aviation with its spontaneous flight platform offering deeply discounted access to empty-leg flights. Designed for adventure-seeking travelers and frequent flyers alike, Vaunt gives members the ability to seize last-minute opportunities and fly private without the price tag of traditional charter. All flights are operated by DOT/FAA-authorized air carriers.
About Volato
Volato is a private aviation company advancing the industry with innovative solutions in aviation software and on-demand flight access. Volato’s proprietary Mission Control software drives efficiency across operations and supports operators in managing fractional ownership, charter, and other services. Volato’s Vaunt platform connects travelers with available private flights, offering a flexible option for on-demand travel. With a commitment to advanced technology and customer-focused solutions, Volato is building scalable tools to elevate service quality and operational effectiveness in private aviation.
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