Whether you're acquiring, selling, or rethinking how you operate, Vertical Jet Sales brings deep market expertise and honest, data-driven counsel to every side of the transaction.
Acquisition, brokerage, and consulting — the full arc of aircraft ownership, under one roof.
Valuations built on real market data, not optimism or a listing pitch.
Every client works directly with experienced, career aviation professionals — from first call to close.
Sell-side representation, built on evidence. We price your aircraft to the market, present it professionally, and manage the transaction end to end.
Explore brokerage →Buy-side representation — including the off-market aircraft that never reach the listing sites. We source, vet, and negotiate with only your interests at the table.
Explore acquisition →Advisory for owners and operators — ownership structure, fleet strategy, charter and flight-department analysis, and the decisions in between.
Talk to an advisor →Every quarter, we publish a model-specific read on the market — inventory, pricing movement, and absorption for the aircraft you own or want. It's the same intelligence we bring to every deal we run, offered before there's ever a transaction on the table.
Request the current reportEvery client works directly with people who have spent their careers in business aviation — across acquisition, brokerage, media, and operations. You get the full weight of the firm behind your transaction.
Ben draws from over two decades of experience in corporate aviation, overseeing transactions and consulting in both domestic and international markets. Prior to joining the world of aviation, Ben held the position of Senior Vice President for a leading Global Wealth Management Group within US Trust. In this role, he focused on providing comprehensive wealth management solutions to ultra-high net worth individuals and families, with an emphasis on lending, investment planning, legacy and philanthropy issues, as well as complex tax strategies.
He brings the same breadth of knowledge and comprehensive planning into each of his aircraft transactions. Ben is also an active member of NBAA, AOPA, and CJP. When he isn't working, Ben enjoys spending time with his wife and their two children.
Jay has been around aviation his entire life, with both his grandfather and father being avid recreational pilots. After graduating in 1998 from the University of Nebraska at Omaha, Jay began his professional career in Aviation with Mayo Aviation in Denver, Colorado, where he quickly moved through the ranks.
In 2002, he returned to his home state of Nebraska to begin his career with Jet Linx Aviation, which spanned more than two decades, focusing on charter, business development, aircraft management, and most recently, SVP of Aircraft Acquisitions and Sales. He remained in that role until 2023 when he transitioned to Vertical Jet Sales, where his depth of knowledge is indispensable. Jay resides in Woodstock, Georgia, with his wife, Erin, and two little girls, Piper and Logan.
John brings 18 years of sales and leadership experience to his role at Vertical Jet Sales, where his lifelong passion for aviation complements his expertise in strategic sales planning, problem-solving, and continuous process improvement. Known for his strong negotiation skills, John excels at finding win-win solutions and navigating complex discussions to ensure both his clients' needs and business goals are met. John is a committed, trusted aviation advisor who ensures excellence at every step.
Based in his hometown of San Antonio, Texas, John enjoys the outdoors, spending time with his wife, Leah, and being a devoted father to his children, Jack and Stella.
Cash brings energy, discipline, and a relentless attention to detail to his role at Vertical Jet Sales, where he assists through the aircraft transaction process from first conversation to close. He pairs market knowledge with a research-driven approach — analyzing availability, pricing, and aircraft history to position VJS clients for confident, well-informed decisions in a fast-moving market.
Known for his work ethic and his commitment to getting the details right, Cash is dedicated to delivering the level of service and trust that defines the Vertical Jet Sales name. Based in Boerne, Texas, he enjoys playing golf, staying active in the gym, and spending time with his family.
Eric brings a wealth of experience and a keen eye for detail to our team. With over 15 years of expertise in photography, graphic design, and social media, he has a proven track record of delivering visually stunning and strategically impactful media.
A lifelong aviation enthusiast, Eric has enjoyed capturing aircraft nationwide, blending his passion for aviation with professional marketing skills. In his free time, he enjoys flying his (simulated) F-18C from CVN-75 Harry S. Truman.
Kalene is a dedicated Executive Assistant with a passion for supporting leaders in the aviation industry. Known for being highly organized, adaptable, and dependable. Excels at keeping schedules on track, coordinating travel, and ensuring day-to-day operations run smoothly. With a proactive approach and ability to streamline operations, she serves as a trusted partner to senior leadership in a fast-paced aviation environment.
Kalene resides in Boerne, Texas. When she is not working, you can find her spending time with her family and black labrador retriever, Ranger.
Questions for a specific member of the team? Reach us at sales@verticaljetsales.com.
Buying, selling, or weighing your options — tell us what you're working on, and we'll bring the market to the conversation.