Primary Ferry Projects
Multiple A320/321 CEO&NEO aircraft, various destinations
Because most of our pilots are current and active airlne captains and first officers flying airbus daily, we specialize in A320 family ferry. A320 became the most popular airliner in the world serving hundreds of airlines and charter operations around the world. We reposition A320s for maintenanc, service needs, as well as deliver new aircraft from French and US Airbus factories.
About
Our primary focus on Airbus A320 ferry projects stems from our extensive experience and the expertise of hundreds of pilots who specialize in this aircraft type. With a highly skilled team that has completed numerous A320 ferry flights worldwide, we have developed a deep understanding of its operational requirements, regulatory compliance, and logistical challenges. This vast experience allows us to deliver seamless, efficient, and reliable ferry operations, ensuring aircraft are safely repositioned to their destinations with minimal downtime. Our proven track record in handling A320 ferry flights makes us the preferred choice for airlines, lessors, and operators seeking a trusted partner in aircraft relocation.
Route
With no route limitations for the Airbus A320, we operate seamlessly from local to international destinations, ensuring efficient and reliable ferry flights worldwide. Our extensive network and deep expertise allow us to navigate complex airspace regulations, permitting processes, and logistical challenges with ease. Thanks to the vast experience of our highly qualified captains, securing insurance for any route is straightforward, as their proven track record and flight hours instill confidence in insurers and regulatory authorities. This flexibility and assurance make us the go-to choice for A320 ferry operations across any region, delivering safe and efficient aircraft relocations without restrictions.
Crew
Our flight crews are composed of active and current Airbus A320 airline captains and first officers, all with extensive flight time and recent experience on type. Each crew member maintains full operational proficiency, ensuring compliance with the latest industry standards, regulations, and best practices. Their continuous involvement in airline operations guarantees up-to-date knowledge of aircraft systems, procedures, and global airspace requirements. With a strong foundation of real-world experience and high recency on the A320, our crews provide the highest level of safety, reliability, and efficiency for every ferry flight mission.
Partners
For every A320 ferry project, we collaborate with a network of trusted flight support, dispatch, and logistics partners to ensure seamless operations from start to finish. Our strategic partnerships enable us to efficiently handle route planning, overflight and landing permits, fuel arrangements, ground handling, and crew accommodations. By leveraging the expertise of specialized service providers, we optimize each mission for safety, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. This integrated approach allows us to adapt to diverse operational requirements and provide a smooth, hassle-free experience for our clients, regardless of the aircraft’s destination.
Cost
The cost of each A320 ferry flight varies based on factors such as route, distance, permits, fuel, and logistical requirements. However, we offer one of the most competitive pilot daily rates in the industry at $1,500 per day. This pricing ensures that our clients receive top-tier expertise from highly experienced A320 captains and first officers while maintaining cost efficiency. With our transparent pricing structure and commitment to operational excellence, we provide exceptional value without compromising on safety, reliability, or service quality.
Peripheral Ferry Projects
2 Cessna Citation V Jets (US to Turkey)
This project was completed in February. It involved ferry of 2 Citation V jets from Turkey to the US. The pictures portray a fuel stop in Narsarsuaq.
About
This project involved a huge logistical effort from the side of ferry pilots Capt Curt Farley and Capt Jim Martin and our partner "Firstavia Group". No problems were encountered during these flights and all aircraft were delivered safely on time. Both aircraft are due to be ferried back to Turkey in June.
Route
Route originated in Wichata, KZ and stretched through Canada, Greenland, Iceland, UK, France and Italy
Crew
Pilots: Capt Curt Farley and Capt Jim Martin.
Ops coordination: Capt Russell Sherwood
Partners
Firstavia Group LLC
Cost
$27,000 USD
Piper Navajo (US to Thailand)
Another recent project completed by on time and within the budget. Rob reports 250Knots en route with 80 knots tailwinds. These images outside Ken Borek at CYFB airport demonstrate another clever and economical aircraft defrosting technique: placing aircraft in a heated hangar for an hour before the flight in order to get the oil warm and icing melted off. This option is much cheaper then leaving aircraft in the overnight hangar, thus saving you money ot the total ferry expenses.
About
Pilot, Rob Weaver, reports 250Knots en route with 80 knots tailwinds. These images outside Ken Borek at CYFB airport demonstrate another clever and economical aircraft defrosting technique: placing aircraft in a heated hangar for an hour before the flight in order to get the oil warm and icing melted off. This option is much cheaper then leaving aircraft in the overnight hangar, thus saving you money ot the total ferry expenses.
Route
Route originated in Orlando, FL and stretched through Canada, Greenland, Iceland, Denmark, Middle East and India
Crew
Pilots: Capt Rober Weaver
Partners
Firstavia Group LLC, Sky Ferry LLC
Cost
$23,000 USD
Partenavia P68 (US to Serbia)
This project was completed in Aug and involved 2 months preparation, including inspection by a certified P68 engineer and flight crew.
About
Ferry project was leaded by Curt Farley with the help of several pilots. Despite some mechanical and weather-related problems we encountered en route, the aircraft was safely delivered to its owner in Serbia. It was a great experience flying this beautiful Italian bird!
Route
Route originated in Wichata, KZ and stretched through Canada, Greenland, Iceland, Denmark.
Crew
Capt. Curt Farley
Ops coordination: Capt Russell Sherwood
Partners
Firstavia Group LLC
Cost
$17,000 USD
Cessna 337H (US to France)
This project was completed in October and involved a meticulous flight planning prep due to aircraft age.
About
This project was completed in October and involved a couple of months of meticulous flight planning prep due to aircraft age and harsher weather conditions throughout the North Atlantic crossing in October. We had a short delay due to unpredictable weather (icing and snowfall). Despite that, this gorgeous classic C337 was safely delivered to its owner.
Route
Route originated in St Louis, MO and stretched through Canada, Greenland, Iceland, UK, France.
Crew
Pilots: Capt Curt Farley.
Ops coordination: Capt Russell Sherwood
Partners
Firstavia Group LLC
Cost
$11,000 USD
Diamond DA42 (US to UK)
This project was undertaken by young flight instructors with quite a few hours on DA42, thanks to to their previous DA42 fligh time from China.
About
DA42's diesel engines are among the most economical in the industry, so no modifications, such as ferry tank installation, were needed. However, since the flight was conducted in winter (via Greenland and Iceland), we had to load it with all the survival equipment we could find, including special thermal dry suits (show on the picture above), which pilots had to wear all the time throughout the over-the-water portion of the flight.
Route
Route originated in Wichata, KZ and stretched through Canada, Greenland, Iceland, UK
Crew
Pilots: Capt. Derek Butler.
Ops coordination: Capt Russell Sherwood
Partners
Firstavia Group LLC
Cost
$9,000 USD
Cessna 401 Ferry (US to UK)
This was a fairly easy project involving just a couple of days of North Atlantic crossing in summer.
About
The weather en route was very favorable, with some good tailwinds. A reliable Cessna 401made this flight a sheer pleasure. Aircraft was delivered by Mike on time and within the budget.
Route
Route originated in Raleigh, NC and stretched through Canada, Greenland, Iceland, UK
Crew
Pilots: Capt. Mike Posluzny
Ops coordination: Capt Russell Sherwood
Partners
Firstavia Group LLC
Cost
$13,000 USD
Piper Seminole (US to Bulgaria)
A very successful project, both from the flight experience and budgets viewpoints.
About
Seminole required an additional internal soft fuel tank, installed by our partners in the US. Aircraft was delivered to its new flight school operator on time and within the budget.
Route
Route originated in Ormond Beach, FL and stretched through Canada, Greenland, Iceland, Denmark
Crew
Pilots: Capt. Russ Sherwood
Ops coordination: Capt Mike Posluzny
Partners
Firstavia Group LLC
Cost
$8,500 USD
Cessna 172 (US to Poland)
This was a rather easy project with a great VFR weather that week.
About
The project required installation of a soft ferry fuel tank (internal) and quite a lot of detailed flight planning due to many fuel stops and a poor 100LL availability in the Eastern European territory. However, thanks to talented piloting and favorable weather en route, this airplane was delivered on time and within the budget.
Route
Route originated in Wichata, KZ and stretched through Canada, Greenland, Iceland, UK, Germany
Crew
Pilots: Capt. Dan Carey.
Ops coordination: Capt Russell Sherwood
Partners
Firstavia Group LLC
Cost
$7,000 USD
3 C172s (Tasmania to Bali)
One of the recent delivery projects for a large privately-owned flight academy in Indonesia.
About
This flight was probably one of the most scenic ones with the views to die for! Initially, we delivered 2 C172P/R aircrafts from the Western Australia and Tasmania via darwin and the Eastern Indonesian islands. This journey required a very tedious prep due to unpredictable weather en route, complete lack of 100LL fuel and terrible air traffic control function. Most of the fuel had to be ordered and delivered to our stop-over points in advance by a truck or a sea ferry. Flight took 4 days. Despite these difficulties, both aircrafts were delivered on time and within the budget. We would like to thank FS administrator Pak Sayuran (in the picture above) for his help with the logistical problems.
Route
Route originated in Tazmania (Australia) and stretched through North Australia, Eastern Indonesia, Florence, Comodo, Sumbawa and Lombok islands
Crew
Pilots: Capt. Russell Sherwood, Capt. Paul Fodor, Capt. Malcolm Paultom.
Ops coordination: Capt Russell Sherwood
Partners
Firstavia Group LLC
Paulton Aviation
Bali International Flight Academy
Cost
$15,000 USD, all airplanes
3 Liberty XL2s (Malaysia to Lombok)
This project involved a very complex navigation around various buraocratic obstacles to get these three US-built light training aircraft to Indonesia. Never the less, it was a great flight and we had fantastic time flying these brand new birds!
About
3 Liberty XL2 trainers were initially disassembled in their mother-factory in Florida, US, then shipped in 2 40-foot containers to Johor Baru in Malaysia, then re-assembled by Liberty Aerospace engineers and flown by a crew of 3 pilots via Singapore to their final base in Lombok, Indonesia. The trip took 2 days and approx 17 hours of flight time per aircraft.
Route
Johor Baru, Singapore, Jakarta, Surabaya
Crew
Pilots: Capt. Russell Sherwood.
Capt. Kwan Lam
Capt. Dennis Boisonnet
Ops coordination: Raich Aerospace Group LLC
Firstavia Group LLC
Partners
Firstavia Group LLC
Raich Aerospace LLC
Pt LIFT
Cost
$14,000 USD, all planes
King Air B90 (China to US)
A very demanding project, involving copious amounts of paperwork and flight planning. Completed on time and within the budget.
About
This project took some 3 months to get all the flight clearances approved vy over 16 different flight sttations. Since the delivery was made through the Chinese and Russian airspace via Siberia and Alaska. However, with a competent help of Russ and Mike, who speak very good Russian, we managed to get this done a day faster then originally anticipated and within the allocated budget.
Route
Route originated in Bautou then went through Russian Siberia, Alaska, Seattle.
Crew
Pilots: Capt. Russell Sherwood.
Capt. Mike Posluzny
Ops coordination: Gene Carroll
Alex Menshikov
Partners
Firstavia Group LLC
Cost
$20,000 USD