Draft:Aleksandr Čeliadin

Aleksandr (Alex) Celiadin (Lithuanian: Aleksandr Čeliadin) is a Lithuanian entrepreneur and aviation executive, known for founding and leading GetJet Airlines. His ventures made significant contributions to the ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance) sector in the Baltic region.

His business portfolio includes GetJet Airlines in Lithuania and Latvia, Airhub Airlines in Malta, and Airhub Aviation in Dubai and Lithuania.

Early life and career beginnings

Aleksandr Celiadin was born and raised in Vilnius, Lithuania. His interest for aviation was sparked by his father who was an aviation engineer.

He began his aviation career as a Sales Executive at Aurela Airlines while completing his MBA . During the global financial crisis, he co-founded Grand Cru Airlines in 2013, which marked his initial venture into the aviation business.

Aviation business

In 2014, Celiadin founded GetJet Airlines, which received its Air Operator’s Certificate (AOC) in 2016. Aleksander became a fully licensed FAA Commercial Pilot in the same year.

In addition to GetJet, Celiadin expanded his operations with GetJet Airlines Latvia. This expansion included the creation of Airhub Aviation and Airhub Training, a pilot training center at Vilnius International Airport.