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Scanlon Aviation is a Part 135 Air Carrier, FAA Certificate number SLLA729L. The company was founded in 2006 by Patrick Scanlon to provide safe, affordable air charter service throughout California, Oregon, and Nevada.

Our pilot, Patrick Scanlon is a FAA certificated commercial, instrument rated pilot and has flown over 5,000 hours with a perfect safety record. Patrick is also a flight instructor specializing in Cirrus aircraft training.
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We exclusively utilize the high-performance Cirrus SR22. This aircraft has similar equipment as found in commercial airliners such as air traffic, weather, and terrain awareness instruments, autopilot, and a dual-satellite navigation system. The Cirrus SR22 also has an all aircraft parachute.
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We're conveniently based at Marin County Airport (Gnoss Field) in Novato just off Highway 101. Plenty of free parking available just steps away from your waiting aircraft.

Scanlon Aviation, 451 Airport Road, Novato, CA 94945
Phone: 415-717-1189 Email: Patrick Scanlon
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The Experience

On the day of your trip, you can arrive just a few minutes before your departure time at Gnoss Field in Novato.

Your pilot will assist with your luggage, escort you to the plane and you will be on your way. Keep your shoes on. No crowds. No security lines. No hassles whatsoever.

Use your laptop from the moment you get on the plane and throughout your flight if you wish. Or just sit back, relax and arrive at your destination refreshed, in less time than driving or a commercial flight.

Remember, by the time you arrive at a commercial airport and you actually board your commercial flight, you will more than likely already be at your destination with Scanlon Aviation!