flyExclusive, one of Kinston’s most celebrated and prized employers and self-proclaimed fastest-growing private airlines in the country, laid off as many as 55 people on Friday, effective immediately.

On October 18, 2022, Neuse News reported, “flyExclusive to become publicly traded through business combination agreement with EG Acquisition.” flyExclusive CEO Jim Segrave stated, “flyExclusive is raising the bar in the private aviation industry and creating the best possible experience for customers, partners, and employees so we can create more moments that matter.”