AviationTag Jota Aviation BAe 146 - G-SMLA Orange

Motorsport meets aviation!

Discover the eventful history of the BAe 146 G-SMLA, now available as an Aviationtag! The G-SMLA, serial number MSN 2047, began its journey in 1985 when it was delivered to California's PSA (Pacific Southwest Airlines). After almost ten years in the USA, where it also flew for US Air, the G-SMLA returned to Europe. Here she found new assignments with Croatia Airlines, CityJet and Flightline before finally joining Jota Aviation in 2014.

As part of the Jota Group, which also includes the Jota Sport racing team, Jota Aviation specifically supported the needs of the motorsport sector. Jota Sport also competes in well-known races such as the 24 Hours of Le Mans, the GT World Challenge Europe and the FIA World Endurance Championship. Current drivers include ex-Formula 1 driver Jenson Button.

But in 2022, Jota Aviation also had to cease its activities and reported the end of flight operations in April. The G-SMLA, which had already been on the ground since 2020, was finally recycled in 2024 and partly transformed into a limited edition Aviationtags.

Our new Aviationtags from the G-SMLA are more than just memorabilia. They combine almost four decades of aviation history with motorsport history: from the American West Coast to Europe's airports near the race tracks. Experience a real piece of aviation that offers an impressive journey through several continents and numerous airlines - perfect for collectors and fans of motorsport alike!