Every private flight looks smooth—until it isn’t. A mechanical delay. A grounded jet. A last-minute scramble to recover the trip. What do you do next?

In this studio episode of the Ironbird Podcast, host Daniel Harris sits down with Josh Allen, CEO of Charter Flight Support, to talk about what really happens behind the scenes when a jet goes AOG—and how the right support system can save both your flight and your reputation.

✅ What’s inside this episode?

• What AOG (Aircraft on Ground) really means and how it affects brokers, operators, and owners

• How CFS support plans protect your business, your margin, and your mental health

• Real-world stats: Which aircraft types see the most mechanicals—and why

• The recovery process from first call to getting a replacement aircraft in the air

• Why operators and brokers alike are using CFS to provide fixed-rate peace of mind

Whether you're flying five times a year or managing five flights a day, this episode gives you the inside scoop on the data, support, and strategies that make private aviation run smoothly—even when it doesn’t.

👉 Learn more about private aviation strategy, aircraft advisory, and risk management at www.flyironbird.com.

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