The Newport Economic Development Commission is pleased to announce the location of Gen 4 Jets to the Newport Municipal Airport. Gen 4 Jets is an elite private charter company that is dedicated to providing the ultimate luxury travel experience. The company has a fleet of state-of-the-art aircraft and a team of highly experienced professionals that ensure their clients receive unparalleled comfort, experience and safety. President Garrett Lassiter shared, “We understand that every journey is unique, which is why we are excited to offer personalized and flexible travel solutions tailored to meet the specific needs and preferences of our clients.”

Operating out of the Newport Municipal Airport, which has two 5,000-foot runways and a new terminal building, Gen 4 Jets has found a home that will assist them in their ability to offer quality services to residents of Arkansas and surrounding states. “We are pleased to be able to provide luxury private travel through this partnership with Gen 4 Jets.” Mayor Ratliffe said, “This is a resource that gives our existing businesses an additional way to meet their travel needs.”

Gen 4 Jets has an extensive network of global partners and access to thousands of airports worldwide. Their dedicated team can take care of all the details in creating a seamless and stress-free travel experience that allows the flexibility and convenience of booking flights in keeping with the traveler’s schedule, whether for business or pleasure.

“One of the most important things communities can offer businesses is extra time. Having a private charter service in Newport offers businesses in the region valuable added time over commercial travel options. We are excited to bring this resource to Newport and northeast Arkansas,” stated Jon Chadwell, Executive Director of the Newport Economic Development Commission.

The Newport Airport Commission has been working with Gen 4 Jets for several months to build a program that will allow the company and the airport to grow together. Airport Commission Chair James McLarty, a local attorney, added, “We are excited to see the economic growth and opportunity represented by Gen 4 Jets. As the Newport Municipal Airport continues its growth, partnerships like this one are a great addition to air travel for the entire region.”

When looking at the demand for private charter travel in Arkansas, the community has a great resource in the trenches every day. “We see the demand for quality private charter travel growing for both business and vacation travel, not just around the world, but here in Arkansas. We are excited to be a partner with Gen 4 Jets,” voiced Airport Manager Tommy Sanders.

Gen 4 Jets, LLC plans to create 12 new jobs in Jackson County over the next four years, purchase and construct a private facility adjacent to the airport and continue to expand their operations.

For more information on Gen 4 Jets luxury travel, the Newport Municipal Airport or economic development in Newport, please feel free to use the contact information below.



Gen 4 Jets

Garrett Lassiter

870-503-4595

Newport Municipal Airport

Tommy Sanders

870-523-3613

Newport Economic Development Commission

Jon Chadwell

870-523-1009