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A US airline startup claims it will shake up the aviation industry by offering private jet-style travel for “a fraction of the cost”.
Florida-based Magnifica Air aims to launch scheduled flights between major We Using Destinations in 2027 airbus The aircraft will be a unique hybrid experience – a mix between first class commercial travel and a private jet experience.
Renderings of the cabin design show suites with two rows of plush brown seats, sofas and a bar.
First, customers will be taken to private terminals – although it is unclear how these will be achieved – for a “seamless security process” aided by concierge baggage management and facial recognition technology.
Magnifica Air argues that it has seen a gap in the market to meet the needs of wealthy travelers who are tired of being treated like a number when flying first class commercially, but are not necessarily ready for the full private jet experience.
In a blog post, Magnifica Air explained: “Right now, if you want a truly luxurious experience, you have two options: pay 10 times the price of a first-class ticket for a private jet, or deal with the frustration of commercial first-class travel, where you’re still treated like just another number. Magnifica Air is stepping into that in-between space.”
It says: “Designed to combine the exclusivity of private aviation with the accessibility of premium commercial travel, Magnifica Air delivers a truly exclusive experience. We’re delivering a completely private, seamless experience for a fraction of what you’d pay to charter a jet. And that’s where we’re shaking up the industry.”
At the time of writing, Magnifica Air has not released ticket prices, but is moving forward with plane deals.
It has signed agreements to acquire six leased Airbus A220s and two Airbus A321neos.
The hope is that the first aircraft will be delivered in early 2027, then refurbished in time for the first scheduled flight at the end of the year.
Destinations scheduled for service include miami, new yorkWith seasonal routes to Los Angeles, San Jose, San Francisco, Dallas and Houston, Napa Valley and the Caribbean.
“Magnifica Air isn’t just about getting from one place to another – it’s about creating an unforgettable experience where luxury meets deeply personalized service,” said Wade Black, CEO and co-founder of Magnifica Air.
The project looks attractive on paper, although it remains to be seen whether it moves forward.
Magnifica Air is a division of CIG Companies, which is also behind Magnifica Residences and Magnifica Resorts, both set to launch near. walt disney world In 2026 in Orlando, Florida.