Retrievair Launches Pet-Focused Charter Flights Across the US
Founded in 2025, Retrievair is a startup that provides charter flights in the U.S. designed for pets, utilizing an Embraer ERJ-135 jet. On a recent trip from Farmingdale, New York, to Van Nuys, California, the flight accommodated dogs such as two Bernese mountain dogs, a husky, and a King Charles spaniel alongside their owners. The airline permits dogs of all breeds and sizes, as well as cats. The route featured stops near Chicago, Dallas, and Scottsdale. Although fares exceed those of commercial airlines, each dog is assigned its own seat. Passengers bypass TSA screenings, only needing to present ID briefly. Retrievair is part of an expanding pet-travel industry, which includes Bark Air and ITA Airways from Italy, recently introducing special tickets for dogs.
Key facts
- Retrievair was founded in 2025 and currently serves US destinations.
- The airline operates an Embraer ERJ-135 jet.
- A recent flight departed Farmingdale, New York, and ended in Van Nuys, California.
- The flight carried two Bernese mountain dogs, a husky, and a King Charles spaniel, among others.
- Retrievair accepts dogs of any size and breed if well-socialized; cats are also welcome.
- The flight stopped at private airports near Chicago, Dallas, and Scottsdale.
- Fares are higher than commercial services but include a dedicated seat for each dog.
- Passengers bypass TSA screening, undergoing only an ID check and metal-detector wand screening.
Entities
Institutions
- Retrievair
- Bark Air
- Aero
- JSX
- ITA Airways
- Monocle
Locations
- Farmingdale
- New York
- United States
- Los Angeles
- California
- Chicago
- Dallas
- Scottsdale
- Van Nuys
- Italy
Sources
- Monocle —