THE COMPANY
Our entire sales team is comprised of former pilots, enabling the provision of first-hand knowledge in the highly specific industry of business aviation. With 23 years of experience, we ensure our clients' needs are met throughout every step of the transaction process, from commercial and technical to legal and administrative elements.
The global business aviation market moves quickly, and we know the value of staying up to date with its constant fluctuation. Our team monitors the daily moves of the industry to provide the most recent and relevant information in order to deliver the best service possible. The relationship with our customers is based on trust and reliability: We value confidentiality and ethics, and for these reasons we have been able to maintain a 95% success rate of client satisfaction throughout our history.
The global business aviation market moves quickly, and we know the value of staying up to date with its constant fluctuation. Our team monitors the daily moves of the industry to provide the most recent and relevant information in order to deliver the best service possible. The relationship with our customers is based on trust and reliability: We value confidentiality and ethics, and for these reasons we have been able to maintain a 95% success rate of client satisfaction throughout our history.
OUR TEAM
Thierry Boutsen
Honorary Founder of Boutsen Aviation
When Thierry Boutsen created Boutsen Aviation in 1997 with a vision to position himself in the pre-owned business jet sales market, he could hardly have imagined that within a few years he would be a major player in the highly-competitive industry.
Thierry's fascination with aviation began during his Formula One career. Starting with a small plane purchase in 1987, he upgraded it multiple times while racing. His passion caught the attention of fellow drivers, leading him to advise them on aircraft purchases. This sparked the idea of turning his passion into a new career in business and aviation.. Now, nearly 29 years after creating Boutsen Aviation, the team has sold an astounding 430 aircraft to date, making them one of the leading European companies in the industry.
Dominique Trinquet
PresidentDominique's career began with a passion for aviation, leading him to begin airline pilot training in 1990. Over the next two years, he gained invaluable flight experience while based at Paris Toussus-Le-Noble. In 1992, he moved to the French West Indies where he served as an airline pilot. Upon his return to Paris at the end of 1993, he joined the aviation community and flew as a captain on various jet aircraft. One year later, he decided to build experience by working as sales manager of an aircraft brokerage company in Le Bourget, France.
Dominique joined the growing team of Boutsen Aviation in 2000 as a shareholder and Sales Manager, and since 2015 he has been the President of the company.
Jonathan Courtin
Market AnalystJonathan Courtin's impressive journey in aviation includes training at the CAE Oxford Aviation Academy, where he excelled in subjects such as Meteorology, Air Law and so on. He successfully passed his Airline Transport Pilot Licence, earning Valedictorian honours in 2021. Jonathan furthered his flight training in Phoenix, Arizona, and pursued studies in Air Transport Management with a focus on sustainability at New Buckinghamshire University. He also gained valuable experience in private aviation with Blade Europe. His dedication, expertise, and innovative perspective make him a valuable addition to our team.
Chris Thalhammer
Business Development DirectorDACH (Germany, Austria & Switzerland)
Chris Thalhammer is a highly accomplished aviator, training captain, and technical pilot with more than 9,500 flight hours and over two decades of experience in business aviation. Based in Innsbruck, at the heart of the Alps, Chris is perfectly positioned to strengthen Boutsen Aviation’s footprint in the region and engage German-speaking clients across Europe. Flying Bombardier aircraft since 2004, Chris brings deep, hands-on expertise across multiple platforms. His career spans Austrian Regional, VISTAJET, TAG Aviation, Four Seasons, and ACASS, and he now serves at Flexjet as Training Captain and Technical Pilot on the Bombardier Global XRS, operating worldwide to the highest standards of performance and safety. Driven by both leadership and flying, Chris leads and operates with precision and passion. Combined with his extensive operational and instructional background, he is a powerful asset to Boutsen Aviation and a trusted figure for owners, crews, and partners alike.
Filippo Arcaleni
Sales Representative and Business Developer for Malta, Italy, and Southern Europe.Filippo Maria Arcaleni is a lawyer specializing in aviation law, currently practicing in Malta. He serves as the Vice Chair of the Aviation Lawyers Committee for the European Business Aviation Association and holds a position on the board of the Malta Business Aviation Association as Director of Communication and Public Relations. Dr Arcaleni's unvaluable expertise encompasses international contract law and negotiation, supported by a robust background in corporate and commercial law, aviation law, and yachting law. He provides comprehensive legal support to companies, ensuring compliance with pertinent regulations and aiding in various strategic aspects of their operations. Dr Arcaleni has been appointed as the Sales Representative for Malta, Italy, and Southern Europe.
Elise Caraveo
Finance & Administration ManagerElise joined the Boutsen team in 2023 as Finance and Administration Manager, taking over accounts payable and receivable and HR functions. Her accomplishments have included assistance on projects ranging from global treasury operations and international travel safety to budgeting in her roles at the President’s Office and Treasury at Columbia University, New York. She holds dual Master’s degrees in French Literature from New York University and in English from the Université de Nice. Her multicultural background and range of interests allow her to relate to discerning clients and dovetails with the Boutsen Aviation ethos.
Laurent Lemonnier
I.T. - StudioWith a Masters in Communication and Graphic Industries, Laurent was one of the first to join the Boutsen Aviation team when the company was founded in 1997. Prior to his appointment, Laurent worked for five years for a leading French Aviation Magazine. In 2004, Laurent took a short break from aviation to focus on new technologies, joining a French company specializing in the publishing of navigational guides. This experience strengthened his interest in digital tools, user experience, and innovative solutions. He returned full-time to Boutsen Aviation in 2011, and now is responsible for web development as well as the company’s intricate intranet and extranet solutions, helping drive continuous improvement across Boutsen Aviation’s digital ecosystem.