Simply Jet Reportedly Acquires Austrian Operator FlyTyrol

Simply Jet acquired Austrian aircraft operator FlyTyrol in a transaction reported as completed in early September 2026. The reported deal includes FlyTyrol’s air operator certificate, issued by Austria’s Austro Control.

Key details

• FlyTyrol is expected to continue operating under its existing name, with its 14 staff retained.
• The operator’s reported fleet includes a Cessna Citation M2 and CJ3+ for charter, plus a CJ2+ and XLS under private management.
• FlyTyrol founder Helmut Eder plans to step down in 2027, with Philipp Jarnoth named as his successor as managing director.
• Simply Jet has a stated goal of managing 10 aircraft by 2030.
• The acquisition’s financial terms were not reported.

FlyTyrol’s reported fleet comprises four aircraft based in Innsbruck and Salzburg.

Why it matters

The reported acquisition adds an Austrian operator, its certificate and four aircraft to Simply Jet’s business. For FlyTyrol, the planned leadership transition and retention of staff point to continuity under its current name.

What happens next

FlyTyrol is expected to continue under its existing name as Simply Jet works toward its 2030 fleet goal. How will the operator develop its charter and aircraft-management services under the new ownership?