Press Release | April 14, 2026
Airshare Expands PGA of America Partnership with Addition of Carolinas PGA Section
GREENSBORO, N.C. (April 14th, 2026)
Building on its multi-year agreement with the PGA of America, private aviation company Airshare today announced the expansion of its golf platform through a new partnership with the Carolinas PGA Section, the largest of the PGA's 41 Sections representing more than 2,500 PGA Professionals across North and South Carolina.
Earlier in 2025, Airshare was named the "Official Private Aviation Provider" of the PGA of America, the PGA Championship, and the Ryder Cup for 2025 and 2029. The agreement positioned Airshare, one of the largest and fastest growing private aviation companies nationwide, alongside golf's most prominent global stages. Airshare also partnered with four Sections throughout the year in an effort to help promote golf in local communities. Due to the overwhelming success of these efforts, the company decided to pursue additional Sections beginning in 2026.
The addition of the Carolinas PGA Section further strengthens Airshare's investment in the game at the regional level, connecting with one of the country's most vibrant and influential golf communities.
"The Carolinas represent one of the strongest golf markets in the country, with a deep network of PGA Professionals and club members that share our passion for golf. Expanding our partnership to include the Carolinas PGA Section allows us to engage more directly with the people in these communities who support golf every day."
— Andy Tretiak, Chief Marketing Officer, AirshareHeadquartered in Greensboro, North Carolina, the Carolinas PGA Section operates more than 100 professional tournaments annually and supports a network of over 500 golf facilities. As the largest Section in the PGA of America with over 2,500 PGA members & associates, it plays a critical role in advancing player development, community engagement, and initiatives through PGA REACH Carolinas, including youth, military, and diversity programming.
"Airshare's commitment to the game, both nationally and within PGA Sections, aligns perfectly with our mission to support our professionals and grow the game across the Carolinas. This partnership provides a unique opportunity to connect our members and their communities with a premium brand that values relationships, customer service, and increased efficiency while traveling."
— Collin Elphic, Director of Corporate Partnerships, Carolinas PGAAs part of the partnership, Airshare will integrate into key Carolinas PGA events and platforms, creating opportunities for direct engagement with PGA Professionals, golf facilities, and amateur players throughout the region. The collaboration will also include curated experiences and hospitality opportunities designed to strengthen relationships and deliver value across the Carolinas golf community.
This announcement builds on Airshare's existing relationships with several PGA Sections nationwide, including Southern California, South Florida, Metropolitan (New York), and Southwest, reinforcing the company's broader strategy to support golf at every level, from global championships to local fairways.
With a fleet of more than 100 aircraft and over 25 years of experience, Airshare offers a full suite of services nationwide, including aircraft management, fractional ownership, jet cards, and charter.
About Airshare
Airshare fits the way you fly. A Kompass Kapital Company, Airshare was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Overland Park, Kan., offering a holistic suite of private aviation solutions including aircraft management, fractional ownership, jet cards, charter services, and third-party aircraft maintenance. The company operates a fleet of more than 100 aircraft through its aircraft management, fractional ownership, and jet card programs, all of which are offered to customers nationwide. The company also provides charter services internationally and aircraft maintenance in several locations throughout the country. Airshare has received IS-BAO Stage 3 and ARGUS Platinum designations, meeting the highest international standards for safe flight operations. For more information, visit flyairshare.com.
About the Carolinas PGA Section
The Carolinas PGA Section is the largest of the PGA of America's 41 Sections, representing more than 2,500 PGA Professionals across North and South Carolina. The Section conducts over 100 tournaments annually and supports player development and community initiatives through PGA REACH Carolinas.