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  • Scottsdale Private Jet Charter Broker Annual Event for United Heroes League

    Scottsdale Private Jet Charter Broker Annual Event for United Heroes League

    Nora Snelling, founder of The Aeris Agency, a Stratos Jets franchisee, has had a long connection with Maricopa County, dating back over a decade. Beyond her decades of experience in private aviation, she also gives back to charity in a big way. Now this Scottsdale private jet charter broker annual event for United Heroes League will be held on September 17, 2026.

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    The event called “Motion & Muse” will be held at the Lake Point Estate in Wayzata, Minnesota. This a now an annual event for Nora and her business partner.

    This event is by invitation only, limited to 75 attendees and does have a $10M+ net worth threshold for attendees.

    Although the event this year is being held in the Minneapolis area, the event will be looking for other venue cities and locations. Currently Texas is under consideration. Arizona may be next.

    Fact: 84% of the US military is comprised of enlisted service members. The financial burden of sports equipment, camps, association dues, etc. can cost more than 10% of the gross salary of the average service member.

    Fact: As a result of military deployments, many children are separated from one or both parents. More than 2M U.S. kids have been directly affected by these deployments. 

    For those not familiar with United Heroes League, their mission is to help children of military service members be able to participate in sports. They have provided some $35M worth of free sports equipment, game tickets, financial grants, camps and special experiences to military families across the United States.

    Without the valuable support from United Heroes League, these kids might not be able to participate.

    Jet Diverse is all about expanding the reach of charities, where aviation is a part of it. We believe there is a role that every one of us can play.

    If you are looking to learn more about this event, how you may be able to help, or a future event, you can reach out directly to Nora at nora.snelling@stratosjets.com.

    Scottsdale Private Jet Charter Broker Annual Event for United Heroes League

  • Aviators for Autism Partners with AeroSummit 2026

    Aviators for Autism Partners with AeroSummit 2026

    Stratus Financial provides funding for Flight Schools and their students. Each year they sponsor and hold an event for anyone associated with flight schools, including would be students and their parents. The event will be held on May 20-22, 2026, at the JW Marriott Turnberry, Aventura, Florida. The opening night, Aviators for Autism Partners with AeroSummit 2026.

    This evening event on May 20th will be at the North Perry Airport in Pembrooke Pines, about 9 miles away from the resort. Titled AeroQuest Havana Nights it will be from 7 pm – 10 pm featuring aircraft, exotic cars, food, drinks and a silent auction. Proceeds to benefit Aviators for Autism.

    There will be free bus transportation from the main event to the airport hangar event.

    AeroSummit 2026 “offers an opportunity to address the concerns, challenges, and opportunities facing flight schools, CFIs, suppliers, and students. With insightful keynote speakers, engaging panel discussions, and dynamic exhibition showcases, this event is designed to provide solutions and build lasting connections that feel like family.”

    With insightful keynote speakers, engaging panel discussions, and dynamic exhibition showcases, this event is designed to provide solutions and build lasting connections that feel like family.

    Aviators for Autism Founder and CEO, Antonio Ferrara will be on hand. He is also the Founder and CEO of Allied Jet Agency. Based in Sarasota, Allied is a Stratos Jets franchise and will be offered a new innovative jet card in 2026.

    Additionally, partnerships with long-time private jet brokers, InstaJet Charters and The Boca Jet are planned to expand the charter operation.

    Another new partnership, just announced, with Sierra Bravo Aviation, will expand the aircraft sales and acquisition business, as well.

    With this extensive footprint in aviation, it aligns with Aviators for Autism mission to create employment initiatives for the autism and neurodiverse communities.

    Future plans include events organized by aviation event specialists, Aircraft Guys. Aircraft Guys currently organizes events for several Angel Flight and Air Charity Network chapters.

    Aviators for Autism Partners with AeroSummit 2026

  • Private Jet Charter Broker Heads Up Autism Charity

    Private Jet Charter Broker Heads Up Autism Charity

    It’s an amazing story when a successful businessman gives his time for a good cause. Such is the case with Antonio Ferrara of The Allied Jet Agency in Sarasota, Florida. This private jet charter broker heads up autism charity, Aviators for Autism.

    Antonio’s aviation career started working ground operations then all the way up to a leadership role at one of the largest direct carriers (Part 135 operators) before starting The Allied Jet Agency.

    As the Executive Director and Founder of Aviators for Autism, the mission is to ‘Expose, Educate, & Empower” the autism and neurodiverse communities, along with their families via aviation. The emphasis is to create inclusive opportunities through events, airport visits, scholarships programs, and employment initiatives. All of this will be focused on aviation-related businesses.

    Antonio founded Aviators for Autism after the birth of his son, with non-verbal autism.

    In his own words, “We’re creating the industry’s first charter flight desk run by a neurodiverse workforce, allowing them a structured, inclusive working environment to thrive in.”

    Aviators for Autism has been doing charity events in the Long Island, NY area. Some past events include Aviation Adventure Day at Talon Air and Hugo Boss New Season Launch Event. An upcoming event called “Trunk or Treat” is planned for October 26th in Westhampton Beach, NY.

    In 2026 the plan is to expand events into Florida with the help of Aircraft Guys and other charity event organizers.

    His neurodiverse advocacy work is needed and long overdue. Clearly, the sky is the limit for employment opportunities in aviation.

    And another amazing accomplishment of Antonio is that he was just awarded the coveted Business Aviation Top 40 under 40 Award for 2025.

    We commend his work and hope that readers of this will help support this amazing charity. For more info please contact alica@aircraftguys.com or antonio.ferrara@stratosjet.com

    Private Jet Charter Broker Heads Up Autism Charity