Your Private Jet- your options, your preferences
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HOW ARE YOU SELECTING YOUR PRIVATE JET?,–your options are unlimited, after you search for your private jetnfor your next journey you conclude that each site and operator offers a wide range of charter options. For the experienced Private Jet flyer the selection process could be complex. Here is a short overview of the various programs.
FRACTIONAL OWNERSHIPS, under this process you may decide to become a part owner of a specific aircraft. You will be sharing the ownership of a specific aircraft which meets your specific needs. This could be a mid size aircraft such as Citation Bravo which meets your flying requirements. This includes the range (distance you can fly) and ideal seating arrangement for up to 7 passengers. You will need to share the ownership costs which includes the purchase of the aircraft, costs for a full crew which typically includes three pilots, aircraft maintenance, hangar space and insurance costs. Since this aircraft is owned by up to 7 owners your availability during peak holidays and events such as Superbowl could be an issue. Firms like Citation Shares, Netjets are good business models for Fractional ownerships. Fractional ownerships are goo choices for travelers who fly a minimum of 125 hours per year!
PREPAID CARDS, a number of firms offer stored value cards which provide you with lower hourly charter costs. Firms typically ask you to invest a minimum of $25,000. Amounts for each firm and contract may be very different. Some travelers appreciate the prestige of a membership card. It also provides the charter firms with a good tool to identify their VIP travelers. As a flyer, you need to determine that this payment up front is a good investment. Carefully review the perks and benefit of each firm before you decide!
ON DEMAND CHARTERS, this process is straightforward and not complicated. You only pay for the hours you fly. No long term risks or obligations. You simply search for the best aircraft at the best price from a quality FAA Part 135 operator. Operators will be pleased to provide you with quotes for several aircraft types. Do select the best aircraft for your flights. The new very light jets such as the Phenom 100 are a good choice- however the range is limited to only 13000 miles (about 3 hours plus flying)
DEALS, you will be able to secure a compelling deal for one way open leg charters. This includes aircraft and crews which fly empty to meet a passenger or return to base. This is a great choice for travelers with flexible schedules. It’ may be difficult to locate a return flight–this could be in coach on a commercial carrier.
SHARE YOUR PREFERENCES, a number of our VIP charter customers have owned their own aircraft. Since the financial meltdown many commercial firms have changed from aircraft owners to charter customers. Companies recognize that the private jet is a great business tool. However use of jet charters is rebounding.
We continue to address a changing market where the private flyer and corporate customer is adjusting to a new normal in the market place. The private jet is a great sales and marketing tool. Statistics confirm that a business traveler ” will save up to three weeks in travel time by flying corporate. The Federal Government has been on track to reduce subsidies for commercial carriers which serve the smaller communities. The private jet is the ultimate tool for the person who is planning to visit multiple cities in one single day!
Bottom Line Private Jets can be pricey- however, you can make an informed decision before you fly. Speak to and experienced jet expert and dispatcher who will be able to help you select the most efficient aircraft for your mission. You should be receiving a detailed quote without membership requirements or fees.
For full disclosure- our firm and team is totally focused on technology which provides our Jet travelers with direct quotes for FAA Part 135 operators. Don’t hesitate to share your preferences. How do you you measure your time and cost savuings?
Sincerely,
Han Geskes-
