DELCADE advises DexFly, a new entity resulting from the merger of Valljet and Airlec, two major players in the French private aviation sector
On June 26, 2025 By Fabrice DELOUIS
This strategic transaction brings together the complementary expertise of Valljet, an independent operator specialized in business aviation and the management of a diversified fleet of private jets, and Airlec, the oldest French company specialized in private aviation and a pioneer in medical flights. Its branch, Airlec Ambulance, is a leading operator in the field of medical air transport. The creation of DexFly now allows for a broader range of services tailored to the diverse needs of clients in this demanding sector.
DELCADE acted as legal and tax advisor to DexFly, confirming its expertise in complex mergers and acquisitions.
DELCADE team involved:
- Fabrice Delouis, partner and cofounder of DELCADE
- Aurélie Boury, lawyer
Other advisors:
- Audit, legal and strategic advisory: Acom (Hakima Maraich, Stéphane Blanc, Julien Bordenave)
- Legal advisors to Airlec: Christophe Dejean and Guilhem Vergnet
- Legal advisor to Valljet: Gilles de Poix (Harbour Avocats)
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