Exec 1 Aviation — Private Jet Charter (Ankeny)
Exec 1 Aviation is an FAA Part 135 charter operator based in Ankeny. The operator runs a fleet of 9 aircraft across 2 types (9 Light Jet) with an average fleet age of 23.4 years, certified under IS-BAO Stage 3. Clean NTSB safety record — no accidents or incidents on file with the National Transportation Safety Board for the aircraft currently on this operator's certificate. Profile last updated Oct 7, 2026.
Operator website: exec1aviation.com
About Exec 1 Aviation
Exec 1 Aviation is an Iowa-based FAA Part 135 charter operator, with operations centered in Ankeny, and its empty leg flights are listed on SkyAccess. Empty legs are the repositioning trips its jets fly without passengers, and SkyAccess posts those flights so travelers can book a one-way charter at a lower rate.
Exec 1 Aviation holds an IS-BAO Stage 3 registration in addition to its FAA Part 135 certificate. In plain terms, that means an internationally recognized safety standard has audited its management systems, crew training, and operational procedures, and those standards apply to empty legs as well as full charters.
Operating from central Iowa, Exec 1's empty leg charter activity tends to connect Des Moines-area empty legs with business destinations across the Midwest and beyond. The exact city pairs depend on where each aircraft is scheduled to fly next, and the same audited operation flies the discounted leg.
Use SkyAccess to browse Exec 1 empty leg deals, check one-way charter pricing up front, and request a flight when a repositioning trip matches your route and dates.
Fleet at a Glance
Frequently Asked Questions about Exec 1 Aviation
Does Exec 1 Aviation offer empty leg flights from Ankeny?
Exec 1 Aviation shows limited recent empty leg activity. SkyAccess monitors repositioning flights so travelers can book discounted private jet empty legs when they appear.
What aircraft types does Exec 1 Aviation focus on?
Exec 1 Aviation emphasizes Light Jet focus with Beechcraft Hawker 400XP leading the fleet, covering short- and long-haul missions based on availability.
How is Exec 1 Aviation verified for safety?
Exec 1 Aviation operates under IS-BAO requirements and adheres to FAA Part 135 charter standards.
Can I request a custom charter if no empty legs are listed?
Yes. SkyAccess can source on-demand charter pricing from Exec 1 Aviation even when empty leg inventory is limited.