COSTA MESA, California (May 15, 2026) — STA Jets has reaffirmed its WYVERN WINGMAN Certified Operator status, reflecting a sustained commitment to elevated standards of operational safety and discipline. This designation is maintained through ongoing participation in the WYVERN Flight Leader Program, supplemented by structured quarterly coaching designed to support continuous improvement and reinforce best practices across flight operations.
“Safety has always been the foundation of STA Jets’ operation, and the renewal of our WYVERN WINGMAN Certification reflects the standards our clients expect and deserve,” says Troy Williams, STA Jets Director of Safety. “We remain committed to continuous improvement, operational discipline, and delivering a private aviation experience built on safety, reliability, transparency, and exceptional customer service. Our clients place tremendous trust in us every time they fly, and we take that responsibility seriously. STAjets is proud to partner with WYVERN and the Flight Leader Program to enhance safety across the industry.”
The globally recognized WYVERN WINGMAN Standard provides a safety benchmark that allows customers to assess an operator’s safety performance against the industry’s highest standard when selecting charter services. The scope of the evaluation includes a review and assessment of the organization’s compliance management system, internal evaluation program, Safety Management System, Human Factors Management, Safety Culture Analysis, risk management policies, procedures, and practices, emergency response plans, and training programs. Through the WYVERN Flight Leader Program, participating operators also receive complimentary access to WYVERN’s integrated SMS software, which includes capabilities such as ASAP reporting, FOQA integration, CASS tracking, FRAT, FRMS, and other data-driven tools designed to strengthen proactive risk identification and operational oversight.
As part of the WINGMAN commitment, operators share detailed Safety Management System and Emergency Response Plan information directly with WYVERN, demonstrating a proactive willingness to provide insight into their safety framework, risk controls, and response capabilities. By voluntarily opening their programs to independent review, WINGMAN operators affirm their dedication to accountability and continuous improvement. Additionally, WINGMAN members, including STA Jets, are eligible for a complimentary annual safety culture analysis, a comprehensive SMS evaluation, and participation in WYVERN’s world-class Safety Leader Training Course, further reinforcing their commitment to safety leadership and operational excellence.
“By renewing their WYVERN WINGMAN Certification through the Flight Leader Program, STA Jets demonstrates an unwavering commitment to safety and operational excellence,” said Andrew Day, WYVERN Chief Operating Officer. “Their consistent professionalism and discipline exemplify the benchmark for top operators in the aviation industry.”
About STA Jets
Since 2009, STA Jets has been redefining what private aviation looks like when it’s done right. A full-service private aviation company offering aircraft management, charter services, and bespoke aviation solutions to a discerning global clientele, STA Jets is built on a foundation of trust, precision, and an unwavering commitment to safety.
Safety isn’t a checkbox at STA Jets. It’s the backbone of everything the company does. Operations are underpinned by rigorous compliance protocols, seasoned flight crews, and a proactive risk management philosophy that keeps the team ahead of industry standards. Whether managing a privately owned aircraft or executing a complex charter mission, STA Jets delivers the same level of operational discipline every time.
A diverse fleet curated to meet the full spectrum of travel demands, from swift regional hops to long-haul transcontinental journeys, gives clients unmatched flexibility. Behind every flight is an expert in-house team managing the details: maintenance oversight, trip logistics, scheduling, and client coordination handled with the care and accountability every mission deserves.
What sets STA Jets apart is a core belief that true luxury in private aviation isn’t just about access. It’s about confidence. Confidence that a flight will depart on time, that client preferences are known before they ask, and that every mission will be executed with clarity and excellence from wheels up to touchdown.
As the company continues to grow, its standards remain unchanged. STA Jets stays committed to strengthening its operational infrastructure and delivering the consistency, transparency, and white-glove service that have made it a trusted name in private aviation for over 15 years.
Your aircraft. Your schedule. STA Jets’ commitment.
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About WYVERN
Since 1991, WYVERN has been a trusted leader in aviation safety, providing auditing and certification services to Fortune 100 companies that demand the highest standards for air charter operations.
To advance safety across the industry, WYVERN developed the Wingman Standard—the first comprehensive code of best practices for private and business aviation—setting the benchmark for excellence in flight operations, aircraft maintenance, and safety management systems.
Today, WYVERN is a globally recognized aerospace service provider, certified to ISO 9001 and ISO 27001 standards. Our clients include energy and power companies, aircraft manufacturers, corporate flight departments, charter operators and brokers, air medical providers, hospitals, fixed-base operators, and maintenance organizations worldwide.
We empower aviation stakeholders to make confident, informed risk management decisions through industry-leading education, training, consulting, auditing, coaching, advanced risk management software, and a comprehensive aviation safety intelligence database.
Driven by a commitment to continuous improvement, WYVERN pursues a clear vision: a world where every aerospace service provider operates with a strong and sustainable safety culture.
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