GENTRY LONG

Private aviation consulting & management firm specializing in executive aircraft operations, charter brokerage, & pilot services. Provide strategic consulting, aircraft management, and operational oversight for high-net-worth individuals and corporate clients across the United States and international markets. Act as a licensed agent and charter broker, arranging on-demand private jet flights through vetted FAA Part 135 operators while maintaining full FAA and DOT compliance. Deliver contract pilot services on Gulfstream GIV and G650 aircraft, maintaining proficiency and recurrent training with FlightSafety. Oversee an average of $5 million in annual brokered charter sales, coordinating directly with aircraft owners, charter clients, and flight departments to ensure seamless execution and premium service delivery. Manage vendor relationships, training compliance, and flight coordination to uphold the highest operational standards within the private charter and management sector. Provide aviation business consulting for startups, management companies, and investors seeking strategic entry or optimization within the private aviation industry. Uphold a reputation for precision, transparency, and client trust, positioning Gentry Aviation as a discreet, high-performance brand in the luxury aviation marketplace.

Directed all operational, financial, and compliance functions for 20+ active Part 135 charter aircraft and over 100 personnel, including flight crews, dispatchers, and maintenance teams. Served as the transition leader during Prima Air's acquisition of Pegasus Elite Aviation, ensuring seamless integration of departments, systems, and executive management under the new ownership structure. Re-engineered company policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and safety management systems (SMS) to align with FAA Part 135 requirements and modernize operational efficiency. Implemented cost-control and accountability frameworks, reducing redundant overhead and improving interdepartmental reporting across charter sales, flight operations, and maintenance divisions. Oversaw fleet expansion and aircraft conformity efforts, coordinating directly with FAA inspectors and Director of Maintenance to ensure airworthiness and operational readiness of all assets. Strengthened crew resource management (CRM), compliance documentation, and training programs to support higher dispatch reliability and superior client service standards. Partnered with the CEO, CFO, and Director of Operations to stabilize corporate culture post-acquisition, restoring morale and maintaining regulatory compliance while driving profitability and customer retention. Spearheaded operational realignment initiatives that positioned Pegasus Elite Aviation as a flagship charter operation within the Prima Air portfolio.

Directed company-wide operations for Prima Air's acquisition and integration of Pegasus Elite Aviation, including the transition of aircraft management, crew oversight, and charter operations. Director of Operations for aircraft GIV, GV, G650, GL5T, SR22T. Appointed by ownership to oversee corporate restructuring, flight operations, and financial compliance across the Prima Air and Pegasus Elite Aviation portfolio following acquisition. Served as Chief Pilot designee and operational executive for Gulfstream G650/GIV programs, ensuring compliance with insurance minimums, FAA LOAs, and international flight operations. Managed Part 91 executive flight operations for Pasaca Capital aircraft holdings, including long-range missions across North America, Europe, and Asia. Oversaw crew training, scheduling, and safety systems, coordinating G650 initial and recurrent training with FlightSafety and maintaining operational readiness standards. Supervised hangar operations at Million Air Burbank (Hangar #88), including aircraft acceptance, vendor coordination, and logistical oversight of crew accommodations, uniforms, and transportation. Reported directly to company ownership and legal counsel, providing executive-level guidance on asset utilization, training obligations, and corporate accountability initiatives. $5M in Charter Sales Revenue.