LOS ANGELES, Oct. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Planet Nine Private Air is proud to announce that it has been selected as a recipient of the esteemed 2025 Van Nuys Airport (VNY) Friendly Flyer Award. Presented by Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) and Van Nuys Airport management, this recognition highlights Planet Nine’s ongoing dedication to operational excellence, environmental responsibility, and strong community relations.
The official award presentation took place on September 23, 2026, at Van Nuys City Hall, followed by a special public recognition ceremony before the LAWA Board of Airport Commissioners.
About the Van Nuys Airport Friendly Flyer Program and Award
The Van Nuys Airport Friendly Flyer program is a cornerstone initiative designed to foster harmonious coexistence between general aviation operators and the surrounding local communities. VNY—one of the busiest and most premier business aviation airports in the nation—places a high priority on noise abatement, sustainable operating procedures, and minimizing the footprint of flight operations on local neighborhoods.
The annual Friendly Flyer Award is bestowed upon operators who consistently demonstrate exemplary compliance and proactive commitment to VNY’s noise management and fly-friendly guidelines. Award recipients are selected based on their adherence to recommended noise abatement procedures, community-conscious pilot practices, and a demonstrated cooperative spirit with airport noise officers and management. By recognizing these operators, LAWA and VNY highlight industry leaders who set the standard for responsible, neighborly business aviation.
Commitment to Sustainable and Responsible Aviation
Receiving the 2025 Friendly Flyer Award underscores Planet Nine Private Air’s core values of safety, community stewardship, and professional integrity. Operating out of key global hubs, Planet Nine remains deeply committed to working hand-in-hand with airport authorities like LAWA to ensure that private aviation growth goes hand-in-hand with environmental and community mindfulness.
“We are deeply honored to receive the 2025 VNY Friendly Flyer Award,” said Mike Lewis, Director of Aircraft Management. “This recognition reflects the daily dedication of our flight crews, dispatchers, and management team who prioritize responsible flying and close collaboration with Van Nuys Airport. We share this achievement with our community partners and remain steadfast in our commitment to being model corporate citizens in aviation.”
About Planet Nine Private Air
Planet Nine Private Air (Planet 9) is a leading US-based private aircraft charter and jet management company headquartered at Van Nuys Airport (VNY) in California. Specializing in premium, ultra-long-range business jets—including Gulfstream, Bombardier, and Dassault Falcon aircraft—Planet 9 operates a global floating fleet model designed to deliver effortless international travel, personalized cabin hospitality, and industry-leading safety standards.
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