Moline, IL, January 8, 2026 – Elliott Aviation today announced the successful delivery of the fourth Cessna Citation 560XL equipped with the Garmin G5000 integrated flight deck to Jet Air, Inc. The latest installation continues Jet Air’s long-term strategy of modernizing its charter fleet with the most advanced avionics technology available.
As one of Garmin’s leading retrofit partners, Elliott Aviation has completed more Garmin G5000 installations on the Citation 560XL than any other provider. The upgrade brings Jet Air’s aircraft the latest in avionics performance, including modern touchscreen displays, advanced navigation, enhanced safety features, synthetic vision, and a fully integrated autopilot system designed to reduce pilot workload and improve dispatch reliability. The announcement follows Elliott Aviation’s recently introduced incentive offering $75,000 off a Garmin G5000 installation for the first five Citation XLS+ operators to contract and deposit for an operator’s trade-in avionics.
“This delivery reflects the strength of our relationship with Jet Air and our continued leadership as Garmin’s most experienced retrofit dealer,” said Michael Parrish, President of Elliott Aviation. “Helping operators modernize their aircraft while supporting them throughout the process is at the core of how we do business and represents the customer partnerships we value most.”
Matt Wolford, Executive Vice President and Partner of Jet Air, Inc., said the upgrade is a key part of the company’s long-term focus on performance, safety, and operational dependability. “Modernizing our Citation 560XL fleet is a critical investment in delivering the best reliability and safety for our passengers,” Wolford said. “Minimizing downtime is essential for our fleet, and all four of our G5000 installations this year were completed on schedule. By combining Elliott’s interior and paint touch-up services with each avionics upgrade, we were able to return each aircraft with the technology and appearance of a brand-new plane. Partnering with Elliott Aviation, a company with extensive experience in these installations, gave us the confidence that the work would be done right and on time.”
About Elliott Aviation
Elliott Aviation is a leader in business aviation services, providing maintenance, avionics, paint and interior, accessory repair, and aircraft sales and acquisitions. The company serves operators nationwide with major facilities in Moline, IL, Minneapolis, MN, and Des Moines, IA. Known for technical capability and a commitment to quality, Elliott Aviation has been a trusted aviation partner for business aircraft owners since 1936.
About Jet Air, Inc.
Jet Air, Inc. has been serving the Midwest since 1969. In addition to Aircraft Sales, FBOs, and FAA Repair Stations, Jet Air also operates one of the region’s most capable charter fleets. The company is committed to exceptional service, safe operations, and delivering modern and reliable aircraft experiences for its passengers.
