Goodwin Announces New Approach to Real Time Bookings with flyExclusive
COLUMBUS, Ohio, March 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Goodwin Company, a software provider for the charter aviation industry, has announced today its groundbreaking approach to retrieving real-time bookable rates. This innovative solution is further bolstered by flyExclusive, one of largest aviation operators in the United States.
This cutting edge process that digitally retrieves prices and locks in both the aircraft and trip in real-time is a keystone to digitizing the charter aviation experience.
Goodwin's technology connects brokers with operators instantaneously, giving charter brokers the advantage of speed, resulting in accurate sourcing, white labeled customizable proposals, and instantaneous payments. flyExclusive's competitive position in the industry grants Goodwin the opportunity to showcase the value of their technology to brokers.
flyExclusive CEO Jim Segrave shared his appreciation for Goodwin's unique approach to solving industry challenges:
"At flyExclusive, we are dedicated to improving the booking experience for our broker partners," Segrave said. "We operate under a 'Minutes Matter' mentality; with Goodwin's technology we will eliminate delays, allowing brokers to book with us instantly, driving efficiently forward and further solidifying our position as a leader in private aviation."
Goodwin Co-Founder Tolga Demirel emphasized how the work with flyExclusive helps charter brokers.
"What makes Goodwin unique is that we build innovative technology to empower brokers—not replace them," Demirel said. "Our entire approach is designed to help our broker customers win more deals, faster. Period."
The addition of flyExclusive is part of Goodwin's larger initiative to digitize the charter industry and reduce the multi-step booking process into a single, seamless transaction. While instant booking has been a perennial challenge in charter aviation, Goodwin has developed technology to make it a reality.
"Our focus is not simply to provide accurate pricing, but more importantly, ensuring that once a price is confirmed, the details of the transaction are locked in and finalized," Demirel adds. "Our proprietary digital infrastructure guarantees both speed and certainty, making sure everything is final and complete once confirmed."
To learn more about how your fleet is being displayed in the Goodwin ecosystem contact hello@teamgoodwin.com
About Goodwin Company
Founded in 2022, Goodwin is headquartered in Ohio with technical talent across the U.S. The company is revolutionizing the charter aviation industry with innovative technology that streamlines charter operations. Goodwin acts solely in a B2B capacity, supporting aviation professionals with cutting-edge tools that enhance efficiency and scale their businesses. For more information about how Goodwin is reshaping the charter landscape, visit www.teamgoodwin.com or follow us on LinkedIn.
About flyExclusive
flyExclusive is a vertically integrated, FAA-certificated air carrier providing private jet experiences through on-demand charter, Jet Club, and fractional ownership services. With one of the world's largest fleets of Cessna Citation aircraft, flyExclusive operates approximately 100 jets, ranging from light to large cabins. The company manages all aspects of the customer experience from its headquarters in Kinston, North Carolina, including aircraft maintenance, interior renovation, and avionics installation. To learn more, visit www.flyexclusive.com.
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