Air Charter Service

Global passenger and cargo aircraft charters

Air Charter Service

Global passenger and cargo aircraft charters

Overview

Air Charter Service arranges passenger and cargo aircraft charters worldwide for governments, large corporations, royalty, and aid agencies. It coordinates tailored, end-to-end charter solutions by matching each request with suitable aircraft, crew, and routing, whether moving fans to a game or transporting oversized cargo, and handling VIP travel. The company operates from offices across multiple continents, using local knowledge to craft the best charter options for each region and client. Unlike many competitors, ACS combines a global network with deep regional expertise to offer customized, on-demand flights at scale, evidenced by over 30,000 flights per year and revenues exceeding $1 billion. Its goal is to provide flexible, reliable, and customized charter services worldwide to meet diverse transport needs.

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About Air Charter Service

Simplify's Rating

Why Air Charter Service is rated

B-

Rated B on Competitive Edge

Rated B on Growth Potential

Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Automotive & TransportationAerospace

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

London, United Kingdom

Founded

1990

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What believers are saying

H1 2026 revenue topped $845 million, up 38% year over year.
Cargo charters rose 49% in H1 2026, fueled by disruptions and relief missions.
Brisbane, Stuttgart, Chicago, and Africa promotions show aggressive 2026 expansion.

What critics are saying

ACS's 2026 growth depends on conflict, storms, and evacuations that normalize quickly.
Fuel-price pressure already squeezed private-jet margins in H1 2026.
A sanctions-screening failure would end ACS's emergency-government franchise overnight.

What makes Air Charter Service unique

ACS is the world’s largest charter broker, with 43 offices and 800 staff.
It orchestrated 35,467 flights in 2025 across cargo, jets, and group charters.
ACS spans 50,000 aircraft, giving clients emergency lift and global mission coverage.

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Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Company Match
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Parental Leave
Life Insurance
Remote Work Options
Gym Membership
Professional Development Budget

Company News

Air Charter Service

Nov 4th, 2026

Air Charter Service picks up prize at Indian Cargo Awards ceremony.

Air Charter Service picks up prize at Indian Cargo Awards ceremony. 4 november 2026 glenn phillips. Leading aircraft charter specialist, Air Charter Service, further cemented its reputation recently by picking up 'Best Global Aircraft Brokerage' at the India Cargo Awards, held in the Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, New Delhi. Arranged by CargoTalk, the 11th India Cargo Awards brought industry leaders together in the country's capital, celebrating excellence, innovation and outstanding achievements across the cargo and logistics sector. Shahvez Jafary, ACS's Commercial Director for Cargo in India, commented: "Over the past 15 years, ACS India has achieved significant growth, evolving alongside India's remarkable economic expansion and the rapid development of its logistics and supply chain sectors. This recognition is a testament to the dedication of its team, the trust of its customers across the world, and its long-standing commitment to the Indian market. "On behalf of everyone at ACS India and the entire global company, I would like to thank our customers, partners and colleagues for their continued support. This award inspires us to aim even higher as we enter our next phase of growth." This award goes alongside the plethora of other awards that Air Charter Service has picked up this year, highlighting the company's position as the world's leading aircraft charter consultants.

Air Charter Service

Oct 29th, 2026

Air Charter Service makes big move in the big apple.

Air Charter Service makes big move in the big apple. 29 october 2026 glenn phillips. Leading aircraft charter specialist, Air Charter Service, has invested in its Manhattan operation and moved into a new office in the heart of the city's financial district. Richard Thompson, President of ACS's Americas offices, commented: "Air Charter Service Inc. opened an office in Manhattan to complement its North American HQ in Uniondale, as Air Charter Service Inc. felt it was necessary to have an office in the city. After outgrowing the first space Air Charter Service Inc. had, Air Charter Service Inc. moved the office to Chelsea, Manhattan, more than three years ago. Air Charter Service Inc. has now also outgrown that - this new office is much more than twice the size of the last one, and lies on Water Street, just a couple of blocks from Wall Street, in the heart of the financial district, and with stunning views, from the 33rd floor, over Brooklyn Bridge and Manhattan Bridge. "This move to the bigger office gives us the extra space needed, allowing us to fulfil our expansion plans for the team here, as we look to further grow our business in the city." The office was officially opened with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, commemorative cakes and champagne last week, attended by Richard Thompson and other North American directors.

Air Charter Service

Oct 28th, 2026

Air Charter Service wins top honour at AsBAA's Icons of Aviation awards ceremony.

Air Charter Service wins top honour at AsBAA's Icons of Aviation awards ceremony. 28 October 2026 glenn phillips. Earlier this month (17th October) Air Charter Service picked up the award for Best Charter Brokerage at the Icons of Aviation Gala Event, held by the Asian Business Aviation Association (AsBAA) in Hong Kong. James Royds-Jones, Regional Director for Greater China, commented: "Winning Best Charter Brokerage for the second year in a row is a fantastic achievement for its team and something Air Charter Service Inc. is immensely proud of. The award reflects the hard work, commitment and professionalism of its consultants and support teams, who go above and beyond every day for its customers, often in a demanding and time-critical environment. "We would also like to thank our customers, suppliers and industry partners for voting for us and the trust they continue to place in us. Achievements like this are only possible because of the relationships we have built together over many years and we look forward to continuing to strengthen those partnerships in the years ahead." The award continues a strong year of industry recognition for ACS, which has picked up seven major accolades globally in 2026, including four separate 'Charter Broker of the Year' awards, 'Europe's Leading Private Jet Charter Company' and a 'Customer Focus Achievement Award'.

Air Charter Service

Oct 22nd, 2026

ACS crowned Europe's Leading Private Jet Charter Company 2026 at the World Travel Awards.

ACS crowned Europe's Leading Private Jet Charter Company 2026 at the World Travel Awards. 22 October 2026 glenn phillips. At the World Travel Awards ceremony held in Montenegro on Saturday (17th October), Air Charter Service picked up the accolade of Europe's Leading Private Jet Charter Company 2026. The black tie event was held at the Hyatt Regency Kotor Bay Resort in the southwest of Montenegro. Andy Christie, Group Private Jet Director at Air Charter Service, said: "It is a great honour to have been named as the continent's best at what Air Charter Service Ltd do, and I'd like to take this opportunity to thank everyone that took the time to vote for Air Charter Service Ltd. "The award is testament to our European team's hard work over the past year - our offices across the continent have seen a huge increase in charter numbers so far this year, up by almost 50% in H1. And this award is recognition of their achievements, with each one of our 15 offices in Europe contributing to this year's fantastic figures." This award win comes of the back of ACS being voted as The Air Charter Association's 'Charter Broker of the Year' earlier in the month and also winning the 'Aviation Customer Focus Achievement Award' at the Aviation Industry Awards UK in September.

Air Charter Service

Oct 22nd, 2026

ACS crowned Europe's Leading Private Jet Charter Company 2026 at the World Travel Awards.

ACS crowned Europe's Leading Private Jet Charter Company 2026 at the World Travel Awards. 22 October 2026 glenn phillips. At the World Travel Awards ceremony held in Montenegro on Saturday (17th October), Air Charter Service picked up the accolade of Europe's Leading Private Jet Charter Company 2026. The black tie event was held at the Hyatt Regency Kotor Bay Resort in the southwest of Montenegro. Andy Christie, Group Private Jet Director at Air Charter Service, said: "It is a great honour to have been named as the continent's best at what Air Charter Service do, and I'd like to take this opportunity to thank everyone that took the time to vote for Air Charter Service. "The award is testament to our European team's hard work over the past year - our offices across the continent have seen a huge increase in charter numbers so far this year, up by almost 50% in H1. And this award is recognition of their achievements, with each one of our 15 offices in Europe contributing to this year's fantastic figures." This award win comes of the back of ACS being voted as The Air Charter Association's 'Charter Broker of the Year' earlier in the month and also winning the 'Aviation Customer Focus Achievement Award' at the Aviation Industry Awards UK in September.

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