SoterJets Launches Africa’s First Fractional Ownership Programme

SoterJets, a subsidiary of the CFS Aviation Group, has launched Africa’s first fully commercial fractional ownership programme, introducing a new era of private aviation access that combines aircraft ownership with complete operational simplicity and cost certainty.

The launch follows the successful delivery of the programme’s first aircraft in April 2026, a Pilatus PC-12 NG, which has already been acquired by four co-owners under the SoterJets fractional ownership structure. With the inaugural aircraft fully subscribed, SoterJets has secured significant commitment for the next Pilatus PC-12.

Built on the operational expertise of the CFS Aviation Group, one of South Africa’s leading aviation businesses, SoterJets combines professional aircraft management, operational oversight, and structured ownership into a single managed platform.

Through the programme, co-owners acquire a beneficial interest in one aircraft, while SoterJets assumes responsibility for all operational requirements, including crew management, maintenance, airworthiness compliance, insurance, and administration.

A key differentiator of the SoterJets model is its commitment to cost certainty. Unlike traditional ownership structures, where maintenance events and operational variables can result in unforeseen expenditure, the programme provides predictability through fixed monthly management fees, clearly defined operating costs, and billing only for occupied flight hours.

The programme has been developed around the Pilatus PC-12, one of business aviation’s most capable and versatile aircraft, a type the CFS Aviation Group has operated and supported since 2007. The programme launched with its first carefully selected, low-time pre-owned Pilatus PC-12 NG.

Any additional pre-owned PC-12 aircraft introduced before delivery of the new Pilatus PC-12 PRO in 2028 will be selected to the same exacting standard, reinforcing Soterjets’ commitment to a modern, technology­led fleet.

As the programme expands, co-owners will benefit from increased fleet availability, enhanced scheduling flexibility, and access to the SoterJets Assured Programme, which provides substitute aircraft when required. This gives co-owners the benefits of full aircraft ownership at a fraction of the cost, supported by access to a professionally managed fleet.

The successful launch establishes a new category within African private aviation, offering a compelling alternative to full ownership and traditional charter. By combining professional management, predictable costs, and shared ownership of world­class aircraft, SoterJets is creating a more accessible pathway to private aviation.

SoterJets is a subsidiary of the CFS Aviation Group and Africa’s first fully commercial fractional aircraft ownership programme. The company provides professionally managed co-ownership solutions that combine aircraft ownership, operational management, and predictable cost structures.

Backed by nearly two decades of aviation expertise, SoterJets delivers secure, transparent, and scalable ownership opportunities centred on the Pilatus aircraft platform.