Bloomfield, New Jersey-based Thrust Aviation has received ARGUS Certified Charter Broker certification following completion of the program’s audit process.
The ARGUS certification evaluates broker organizational structure, management and financial controls, operator vetting processes, emergency response plans and trip feasibility assessments. Brokers must address audit findings before receiving certification.
Patrick Chiles, vice president of business aviation audit programs at ARGUS International, said the certification recognizes brokers maintaining strict safety management principles and regulatory compliance. “ARGUS congratulates Thrust Aviation for becoming one of our Certified Charter Brokers,” Chiles said. “This certification recognizes brokers who not only demonstrate the highest level of expertise and business integrity, but who also maintain rigorous processes to ensure their Operators observe strict safety management principles and meet all regulatory requirements.”
David Mejia, chief executive officer and founder of Thrust Aviation, said the certification validates company processes and operational standards. “We are truly proud to have achieved ARGUS Certified Broker status,” Mejia said. “This certification goes beyond recognition. It validates the processes and standards we have built behind the scenes to ensure every trip is handled with the highest level of safety, transparency, and professionalism.”
Mauricio Mejia, vice president of charter sales at Thrust Aviation, said the certification reflects company standards across charter operations. According to Thrust Aviation, the certification process evaluates broker operations from initial client requests through completed flights.
Nasly Gomez, director of finance and human resources at Thrust Aviation, said the certification highlights financial controls and accountability systems. “The ARGUS Certification for our company highlights the strength of our financial controls, accountability, and transparency in building trust with our clients and partners,” Gomez said.
The ARGUS Certified Charter Broker program identifies charter brokers meeting industry standards for quality, safety and service. Thrust Aviation joins a network of ARGUS-certified operators, fixed-base operators and brokers.
