Skip the Drive.
Fly Direct.
On-demand charter flights from Rocky Mountain Metro and Denver-area airports to Aspen, Telluride, Jackson Hole, Hayden, and 12+ mountain destinations.
Mountains In Minutes
Direct flights from Rocky Mountain Metro (KBJC) to Colorado's premier mountain destinations. Repositioning available from Centennial, Fort Collins, Denver International, and other airports.
Plus 8+ additional mountain airports. Extended range destinations include Los Angeles, San Diego, Napa, Seattle, and more. Longer trips are sourced through our partner operator network.
Request a QuotePurpose-Built for Every Mission
Our Merlin owns the mountain strips. Vetted partner operators cover everything past them.
Swearingen Merlin
Mountain airstrip specialist
Bigger. Faster. Farther.
Sourced per trip, vetted every time
Some trips need more seats or more range than one turboprop carries. We source those from operators we already fly alongside, and we tell you exactly who is flying you before you book.
- Light and midsize jets Coast-to-coast range, jet cabin altitude
- Cabin-class turboprops Larger groups on regional mountain routes
- Certificated operators only Part 135 certificate, current crew, insurance on file
We Fly Where Others Won't
Our pilots specialize in the most challenging high-altitude airports in the Rocky Mountains. Extensive recurrent training specific to each airport means you fly with confidence.
- Certified for 12+ mountain airports including Aspen, Telluride, Jackson Hole and Steamboat
- Thousands of hours of mountain terrain experience
- Conservative weather minimums exceed FAA requirements
- Mountain-specific pilot training and recurrent checks
- Safety-first cancellation policy. Your safety is non-negotiable
"Not every pilot can land at Telluride. Not every aircraft belongs in these mountains. We specialize in both."Mauna Hele Operator
Aircraft Management Done Right
Full-service management for owners who want their aircraft operated with precision, care, and profitability.
Regulatory Compliance
Full FAA Part 135 compliance management. We handle all regulatory requirements so you don't have to.
Proactive Maintenance
Coordinated maintenance programs that maximize aircraft availability and minimize downtime.
Crew Management
Mountain-specific pilot training, scheduling, and recurrent training programs for your aircraft.
Charter Revenue
Generate income when you're not flying. We place your aircraft on our Part 135 certificate for charter operations.
The Team That Keeps Us Flying
Operations, logistics, and scheduling — so every flight departs on time, every time.
Josh Greenband
Director of Operations
Overseeing day-to-day flight operations, aircraft management, and ensuring every mission meets Mauna Hele's standard of excellence.
josh@maunahele.com
Julianna Orsini
Scheduler
Coordinating aircraft availability, crew assignments, and client schedules to deliver seamless charter experiences.
julianna@maunahele.comPilots Who Know Every Peak
Mountain-rated. Thousands of hours in the seats that matter.
Cady Daniels IV
Chief Pilot
Colin LeBere
Merlin Captain
Nathan Peistrup
Merlin First Officer
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Tell us where you want to go. We will have a quote back to you within 2 hours.