Tradewind Aviation, established in 2001 by Eric and David Zipkin, provides both scheduled commercial flights and private charter services. Initially focusing on chartered flights from New York and other Northeastern states to popular destinations like Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket, the company expanded its offerings after receiving FAA authorization for scheduled flights in 2005.
Tradewind Aviation operates a fleet of over thirty Pilatus PC-12 aircraft. This model is known for its large cabin, range, and impressive take-off and landing capabilities, allowing the company to access remote destinations. Tradewind has also expanded into the Bahamas and the Caribbean.
One frequently served destination is Nantucket Memorial Airport (ACK) in Massachusetts. The airport serves as a hub for Tradewind Aviation, which connects it with Westchester County Airport (HPN) in New York and Teterboro Airport (TEB) in New Jersey. During peak season, up to 25 daily flights are offered.