Explore New Horizons
with a Partner You Trust
AlphaJets by AirMart is your dedicated team of turbine aircraft advisors, focused on helping you confidently advance to the next stage of your aviation journey.
Whether you’re upgrading from a piston aircraft or expanding an existing fleet, we’ll lead the way to make the process uncomplicated and customized to your goals.
The Power of Partnership
You already know AirMart as a trusted name for piston aircraft. For over two generations, we’ve earned that trust by delivering exceptional results with professionalism, integrity, and unmatched service.
With AlphaJets, we’re bringing that same standard to the turbine space, backed by the experience, financial strength, and market knowledge needed to perform at this level.
More Than a Broker
AlphaJets isn’t just a brokerage. We’re an inventory dealer with the financial capacity to take trades, close quickly, and structure deals that cater to your unique needs. We have the solutions to give our clients more options, more leverage, and greater peace of mind.
Expanding your audience
From Private Runway to Global Spotlight.
At AlphaJets, we don’t just list aircraft. We position them to move at their true market value. With a focused marketing strategy, professional media, and targeted outreach, we make sure your aircraft gets in front of the right buyers with the right message at the right time.
Trusted Experts at Every Altitude
For 55 years, we’ve grown alongside our clients. We’ve seen firsthand that turbine ownership isn’t just about performance, it’s about moving your life forward. It’s often the realization of a long-held goal, and we’re here to help you get there with clarity and confidence.
One-Stop Financing and Insurance at Your Fingertips
Through our partnership with Aircraft Guarantee & Lending (AGL), we offer integrated financing and insurance options that can save you time and money. AGL’s team works hand-in-hand with ours to clear the runway for a smooth closing. On your timeline. With your priorities in mind.
TAILORED SOLUTIONS FOR JET BUYERS AND SELLERS
SELLING
We’ll handle valuation, marketing, buyer vetting, negotiations, and every step of the closing process. No detail is left unattended!
BUYING
We’ll help you find the right aircraft for your mission, assist with pre-buy, structure financing, and coordinate logistics, all with your mission and timeline in mind.
We don’t just close deals. We build lasting relationships you can count on at every stage of your ownership journey.
Why AlphaJets?
ALPHAJETS LEADERSHIP
Grant Sutherlin
President
BIO
As the second generation of AirMart, Grant has been in general aviation his entire life. True to his passion for flying, Grant soloed on his 16th birthday – before getting his driver’s license – and has been flying for more than 30 years. He is a commercial, instrument, and multi-engine rated pilot. Understanding what airplanes can be bought and sold for is critical for an inventory dealer. What Grant likes best about working with AirMart is the opportunity to share his true passion with others. Originally from Somerset, Kentucky, Grant lives in Lexington with Kim and their two children. When Grant isn’t following aircraft trends or making acquisitions, he is training for his next triathlon or wakeboarding on Lake Cumberland.
Tate Preece
Vice President of Sales
BIO
Tate Preece is a Kentucky native who developed a passion for aviation early in life. He earned his Private Pilot License in high school and later attended the University of Kentucky, where he studied Finance and Business Management. Today, Tate holds Commercial Pilot Certificates for both Single-Engine Land and Multi-Engine Land aircraft, each with Instrument privileges.
Early Passion & Education
Before joining AirMart in 2019, Tate built professional experience across a range of industries, including heavy equipment, commercial property and casualty insurance, and real estate. Since joining AirMart, he has been instrumental in executing transactions exceeding $100,000,000 in total value and has experience flying over 35 different aircraft types.
Personal Interests
Outside of the office, Tate enjoys a variety of hobbies, including flying his personal plane on trips, following University of Kentucky athletics, golfing, snow skiing, and boating.
Kendall Barber
Marketing Specialist
BIO
Born and raised in Lexington, Kentucky, Kendall is a University of Kentucky alumna with 8 years of experience in digital marketing. Her background spans marketing, web design, branding, and social media strategy—skills she uses daily to strengthen the AlphaJets brand and engage its audience in creative, meaningful ways.
Personal Interests
Outside the office, she enjoys spending time on the water, trying out new baking recipes, and playing with her white lab puppy, Oakley.
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