Flexjet accepted delivery of the Gulfstream G650, expanding the company’s portfolio of Gulfstream aircraft.

Flexjet Chairman Kenn Ricci and Flexjet CEO Michael Silvestro joined employees at the fractional jet provider’s global headquarters in Cleveland to celebrate delivery of the first G650 to the fleet. A second G650 will be delivered next week.

“The ultra-long range category has continued to grow year over year. With more than 250 Gulfstream G650 aircraft in operation to date, it is an iconic aircraft in this class. To see the Flexjet livery on one of the finest aircraft in business aviation is truly a proud moment for all of us,” said Ricci. “This is a pivotal moment in Flexjet’s history as we solidify our position as a major player in the global private aviation space.”

These will be the eighth and ninth Gulfstream aircraft to join the Flexjet fleet out of a total order of 50, including seven G450s delivered previously. In early 2018, eight of the highly anticipated Gulfstream G500 aircraft – the successor to the Gulfstream G450 – also will join the fleet. Flexjet will be the North American launch customer of the G500.

Flexjet first entered the fractional jet ownership market in 1995, and celebrated its 22nd anniversary in May 2017. Flexjet offers fractional jet ownership and leasing