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Vaunt expects subscription sales to reach between $700,000 and $800,000 in the second quarter, representing a projected 85% sequential increase over the $389,000 recorded in the first quarter. The momentum signals continued demand for the Volato Group-operated platform, which markets discounted access to empty-leg private flights.
This growth follows a recent partnership expansion with JetVia and a doubling of platform capacity in the first quarter. Vaunt also credits new tools, such as its “Complete the Trip” booking feature and the Cabin Plus membership tier, which offers expanded benefits for frequent flyers.
Atlanta-based Vaunt is optimistic that the sales jump reflects not just engagement growth but also improving conversion to recurring revenue, with early traction accelerating since late 2024. “This isn’t just a short-term spike in activity,” said Tim Graves, v-p of marketing and operations. “It reflects a maturing business with real pull.”
As a spontaneous flight platform, Vaunt offers members the ability to book empty-leg flights at steep discounts while allowing operators to monetize unsold segments without disrupting primary operations. According to the company, the model has generated more than $1.5 million in annualized recurring revenue, more than 100,000 app downloads, and nearly 600 completed flights in 2024.

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