Commitment to Excellence
When people step aboard a 1st Klass Enterprise charter, they quickly realize they're getting much more than a boat ride.
They're getting an experience carefully crafted by someone who has spent his entire career transporting people safely, professionally, and with exceptional service.
Meet Captain Floyd Balentine.
By profession, Floyd is a United Airlines Captain responsible for safely transporting hundreds of passengers through the skies. But long before he became a professional pilot and U.S. Coast Guard Licensed Mariner Captain, he learned the importance of service, leadership, and creating meaningful experiences from his mother, Annie Christine Edwards.
Those lessons eventually inspired the creation of 1st Klass Enterprise LLC.
Today, Floyd combines his aviation expertise, passion for hospitality, and love for Tampa Bay to provide guests with unforgettable experiences on the water.
Many charter companies offer transportation.
At 1st Klass Enterprise, we offer transformation.
Whether you're celebrating a birthday , anniversary, engagement, family reunion, girls' getaway , guys' day out , corporate outing, memorial ash-laying ceremony, or simply looking to escape the stress of everyday life, every charter is customized around you.
Our goal isn't just to take you somewhere.
Our goal is to create memories you'll talk about for years.
Every cruise is designed with the same attention to detail Captain Floyd applies when operating a commercial aircraft.
From your initial booking to the moment you step off the boat, every detail matters.
If you've ever seen our beautiful blue-and-white Crownline 260 XSS, you may have noticed her name: MY ACE.
That name carries special meaning.
ACE represents the initials of Captain Floyd's mother, Annie Christine Edwards.
After losing his mother to lung cancer in December 2021, Floyd wanted to honor her legacy in a way that would continue touching lives.
Today, every charter aboard MY ACE carries a piece of that legacy.
The boat isn't just a vessel.
It's a reminder that life's most precious moments should be celebrated, cherished, and shared with the people we love.
No two groups are the same.
Some guests want a relaxing sunset cruise.
Others want to explore hidden sandbars, spot dolphins, dock at waterfront restaurants, celebrate milestones, or simply enjoy quality time together.
We listen first and create experiences second.
With decades of experience in aviation and a U.S. Coast Guard OUPV Captain's License, safety is never an afterthought.
Guests can relax knowing they're in the hands of a professional captain who understands risk management, preparation, and passenger care.
As a Tampa Bay boating enthusiast, Captain Floyd knows the area's hidden gems.
From Egmont Key and Passage Key to local waterfront dining destinations and secluded sandbars, guests get access to places many visitors never discover.
At 1st Klass Enterprise, you're not treated like a customer.
You're treated like family.
Many guests become repeat clients because they appreciate the personal attention, genuine conversation, and welcoming atmosphere that make every charter feel special.
Watch the Florida sky transform into brilliant shades of orange, pink, and gold while cruising the calm waters of Tampa Bay.
Experience the excitement of spotting dolphins in their natural habitat while enjoying breathtaking waterfront scenery.
Arrive in style at some of Tampa Bay's favorite waterfront restaurants and enjoy a unique dining experience by boat.
Anchor in crystal-clear shallow waters and enjoy one of Tampa Bay's favorite boating traditions.
Honor loved ones with dignity, peace, and respect during a meaningful ash-laying ceremony surrounded by the beauty of Tampa Bay.
Birthdays, anniversaries, engagements, family gatherings, Galentine events, and customized celebrations are our specialty.
Captain Floyd often says there are surprising similarities between flying airplanes and captaining boats.
Both require preparation.
Both require professionalism.
Both require attention to detail.
Most importantly, both are about people.
For years, Floyd has helped travelers reach destinations around the world.
Now, through 1st Klass Enterprise, he helps people create unforgettable memories much closer to home.
The scenery may have changed from clouds to coastlines, but the mission remains the same:
Deliver a first-class experience every single time.
Whether you're planning a romantic sunset cruise, celebrating a special occasion, gathering with friends, or simply looking for a unique way to experience Tampa Bay, 1st Klass Enterprise is ready to welcome you aboard.
Because at 1st Klass Enterprise, we believe life's best moments aren't measured by the destination.
They're measured by the memories made along the way.
Experience Tampa Bay the 1st Klass way.
Luxury. Hospitality. Adventure.
All aboard MY ACE.
Captain Floyd Balentine
Founder & U.S. Coast Guard Licensed Captain
1st Klass Enterprise LLC
"Where Every Cruise Becomes a First-Class Memory."
