Private aviation, perfectly executed.
Founded by former NFL player and Wheels Up co-founder Jim Pyne, built around your schedule, not ours.
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Former NFL Player Launches PLS Aviation.
PLS Aviation launched from Tampa with a client-first approach to private aviation — on-demand charter, transparent pricing, and 24/7 access, without membership fees or hidden costs. Founder Jim Pyne spent nine seasons in the NFL before helping build Wheels Up from startup to a public company, and the industry took notice.
Fly Smart. Pay Less
A network of aircraft, ready to fly.
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Rates are estimated hourly charter averages, current as of Q3 2026 — final quotes vary by route, availability, and aircraft configuration.
The people who competed and coached at the highest level trust PLS Aviation
"Jim Pyne is a man I have always leaned on and trusted. I did when he was coaching with me on our staff, and I do when it comes to travel. You can plan on great effort, great preparation and quick execution."
"Jim Pyne is a man I have always leaned on and trusted. I did when he was coaching with me on our staff, and I do when it comes to travel. You can plan on great effort, great preparation and quick execution."
Head Coach
"Jim Pyne is a man I have always leaned on and trusted. I did when he was coaching with me on our staff, and I do when it comes to travel. You can plan on great effort, great preparation and quick execution."
Head Coach
"Jim Pyne was one of the hardest-working and most dedicated players I had on my early Tampa Bay Buccaneers teams. His work ethic was instrumental in helping us turn things around as a franchise."
Super Bowl Champion
Trusted Among Leaders
"Jim Pyne was one of the hardest-working and most dedicated players I had on my early Tampa Bay Buccaneers teams. His work ethic was instrumental in helping us turn things around as a franchise."
Head Coach
"Jim Pyne is a man I have always leaned on and trusted. I did when he was coaching with me on our staff, and I do when it comes to travel. You can plan on great effort, great preparation and quick execution."
"When Jim does something, it's first class. I watched his work ethic, attention to detail and precision as an NFL player, and I know PLS Aviation will operate with those same qualities."
Head Coach
"I've known Jim Pyne for many years and have seen firsthand how he leads people and builds organizations. He brings integrity, discipline and an unwavering commitment to service in everything he does. Clients working with PLS Aviation will have someone they can trust to deliver at the highest level."
"Jim Pyne was one of the hardest-working and most dedicated players I had on my early Tampa Bay Buccaneers teams. His work ethic was instrumental in helping us turn things around as a franchise."
Head Coach
"Jim Pyne is a man I have always leaned on and trusted. I did when he was coaching with me on our staff, and I do when it comes to travel. You can plan on great effort, great preparation and quick execution."
Head Coach
"I've known Jim Pyne for many years and have seen firsthand how he leads people and builds organizations. He brings integrity, discipline and an unwavering commitment to service in everything he does. Clients working with PLS Aviation will have someone they can trust to deliver at the highest level."
"When Jim does something, it's first class. I watched his work ethic, attention to detail and precision as an NFL player, and I know PLS Aviation will operate with those same qualities."
"Jim Pyne was one of the hardest-working and most dedicated players I had on my early Tampa Bay Buccaneers teams. His work ethic was instrumental in helping us turn things around as a franchise."
Head Coach
"Jim Pyne is a man I have always leaned on and trusted. I did when he was coaching with me on our staff, and I do when it comes to travel. You can plan on great effort, great preparation and quick execution."
Head Coach
"I've known Jim Pyne for many years and have seen firsthand how he leads people and builds organizations. He brings integrity, discipline and an unwavering commitment to service in everything he does. Clients working with PLS Aviation will have someone they can trust to deliver at the highest level."
"When Jim does something, it's first class. I watched his work ethic, attention to detail and precision as an NFL player, and I know PLS Aviation will operate with those same qualities."
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