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jetAVIVA
TypePrivate
IndustryBusiness aviation
Founded2006
FoundersCyrus Sigari and Ben Marcus
HeadquartersMelbourne, FL,
United States
Websitewww.jetaviva.com

About

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'''jetAVIVA''' is an aircraft brokerage and business aviation advisory company specializing in the sale and acquisition of business aircraft. Founded in 2006 by Cyrus Sigari and Ben Marcus, the company initially focused on the Eclipse 500 very light jet market before expanding into light, midsize, super-midsize, and large-cabin aircraft transactions. [1] [2]

The company provides aircraft brokerage, acquisition consulting, market analysis, valuation, and transaction advisory services for business aircraft owners and operators.[3]

History

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jetAVIVA was founded in 2006 by aviation entrepreneurs Cyrus Sigari and Ben Marcus during the emergence of the Eclipse 500 very light jet market.[4][5]

The company initially focused on brokerage, management, and owner support services for Eclipse aircraft operators.

In a 2012 profile, ''AOPA Pilot'' described jetAVIVA as a company focused on helping owner-pilots acquire, transition into, and operate business aircraft.

In May 2016, jetAVIVA acquired Kansas Aircraft Corporation, expanding its brokerage activities and customer base.[6]

In 2017, the company acquired aircraft brokerage firm Jet Quest.

Later that year, AOPA reported that the company had expanded its staff and office footprint amid growth in the business aviation market.[7]

In October 2018, jetAVIVA announced the opening of a sales office in Mexico.[8]

Leadership

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In January 2022, Emily Deaton was promoted to chief executive officer. According to ''Aviation International News'', the company reported record sales activity during the same period.[9]

In August 2025, jetAVIVA announced two additions to its leadership team.[10]

In May 2026, Bobby Jensen joined the company as managing director.[11]

Operations

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jetAVIVA provides brokerage and advisory services for buyers and sellers of business aircraft. Services described in independent coverage include aircraft acquisition consulting, market analysis, valuation, and transaction management.

The company initially specialized in very light jets and later expanded into additional aircraft categories, including large-cabin business aircraft. [12]

Partnerships and Affiliations

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In February 2022, jetAVIVA joined the International Aircraft Dealers Association (IADA).[13]

In June 2023, the company announced several strategic partnerships intended to expand its international reach and service offerings.[14]

Also in June 2023, Atlas Air Service entered into a partnership with jetAVIVA to support aircraft sales activities in the United States market.[15]

Recent Developments

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In January 2025, jetAVIVA announced an expansion into the large-cabin aircraft segment.[16]

According to ''Aviation International News'', the company reported a record year for aircraft transactions in 2025.[17]

In February 2026, company executives identified Brazil as a strategic growth market and announced plans to increase the company's presence in the region.[18]

See Also

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  • Business aviation
  • Aircraft brokerage
  • International Aircraft Dealers Association

References

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  1. ↑ Horne, Thomas A. (2012-05-11). "Transition tacticians: jetAVIVA". www.aopa.org. Retrieved 2026-06-11.
  2. ↑ "JetAVIVA Acquires Jet Quest". www.flyingmag.com. 2017-08-08. Retrieved 2026-06-11.
  3. ↑ English |, Jennifer Leach (2025-05-15). "Emily Deaton, CEO of JetAviva". Business Jet Traveler. Retrieved 2026-06-11.
  4. ↑ Haines, Thomas B. (2022-01-06). "Changing the world". www.aopa.org. Retrieved 2026-06-11.
  5. ↑ "jetAVIVA Offers Full-Service Management to Eclipse 500 Owners – Airport Journals". Retrieved 2026-06-11.
  6. ↑ Horne, Thomas A. (2016-05-05). "jetAVIVA acquires Kansas Aircraft Corp". www.aopa.org. Retrieved 2026-06-11.
  7. ↑ Horne, Thomas A. (2017-05-16). "jetAVIVA on the move". www.aopa.org. Retrieved 2026-06-11.
  8. ↑ Trautvetter |, Chad (2018-10-29). "Bizjet Brokerage JetAviva Opening Mexico Sales Office". Business Jet Traveler. Retrieved 2026-06-11.
  9. ↑ "JetAviva Promotes Deaton to CEO, Posts Record Sales | AIN". Aviation International News. Retrieved 2026-06-11.
  10. ↑ "JetAviva makes two additions to leadership team | Corporate Jet Investor | CJI news". Corporate Jet Investor. Retrieved 2026-06-11.
  11. ↑ "jetAVIVA appoints Bobby Jensen to MD | Corporate Jet Investor | CJI news". Corporate Jet Investor. Retrieved 2026-06-11.
  12. ↑ "Aircraft Broker JetAviva Expands into Large-cabin Business Jet Market | AIN". Aviation International News. Retrieved 2026-06-11.
  13. ↑ "JetAviva joins ranks of IADA | Magazine | Business Air News". www.businessairnews.com. Retrieved 2026-06-11.
  14. ↑ "JetAviva forms key partnerships including with Atlas | Magazine | Business Air News". www.businessairnews.com. Retrieved 2026-06-11.
  15. ↑ "Atlas Air Service partners with jetAVIVA to boost US sales | Corporate Jet Investor | CJI news". Corporate Jet Investor. Retrieved 2026-06-11.
  16. ↑ "Aircraft Broker JetAviva Expands into Large-cabin Business Jet Market | AIN". Aviation International News. Retrieved 2026-06-11.
  17. ↑ "Aircraft Brokerage JetAviva Announces Record 2025 Results | AIN". Aviation International News. Retrieved 2026-06-11.
  18. ↑ "JetAviva Eyes Brazil Market Expansion with Leadership Shift | AIN". Aviation International News. Retrieved 2026-06-11.
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