Axis Jet Consolidates Charter Operations Under One Certificate
Modesto Executive Air Charter now operates as Axis Jet under a single FAA Part 135 certificate after combining prior charter operations.
Updated on Nov. 4, 2026 in Air Travel
Charter flying previously run under Eldorado Air and Modesto Executive Air Charter now sits under Modesto Executive Air Charter, Inc., doing business as Axis Jet. The same team remains in place following the consolidation.
Why it matters
Combining the two operations gives the company a more consistent approach to flight operations and more flexibility for aircraft owners and charter customers in California and beyond.
The only quantitative fact available is the company's 2004 founding year, with no fleet count or traffic comparator provided. Specific aircraft counts and operational volumes after consolidation were not disclosed.
The players
Axis Jet
Axis Jet is a charter operator formed from the consolidation of Eldorado Air and Modesto Executive Air Charter, offering charter, aircraft management and sales services across North America.
Federal Aviation Administration
The Federal Aviation Administration is the US agency that regulates civil aviation and issues Part 135 operating certificates to commercial air carriers.
The details
Axis Jet combined the people, aircraft and resources of its two predecessor charter operations under a single FAA Part 135 certificate. The company operates a mix of turboprops and jets, is a WYVERN-approved operator, and offers charter across the US, Canada and Mexico.
Timeline
2004: Axis Jet is founded.
- 2026-11-04
Consolidation and Pilot Development Program are announced.
Market Landscape
Consolidating charter brands under a single Part 135 certificate reflects the operator-level consolidation seen across on-demand charter, where regulated certificates are increasingly held by fewer, larger operators. The move positions Axis Jet to offer a broader fleet and service set within the same FAA certification framework.
Travelers booking charter flights should confirm the operator's certificate and aircraft type when reserving, since operations now run under a single certificate. Aircraft owners considering management or sales services may find more flexibility under the consolidated structure.
The takeaway
Combining charter operations under one certificate can streamline how flights are run and managed for both owners and customers. Confirming the certificate holder when booking charter helps travelers know exactly who is responsible for their flight.
Further reading
Explore more on Air Travel for context on how charter operators are structured and certified across California.
