Private Jets and Business Aircraft
With the well documented issues in commercial flying more and more people have found reasons to turn to private aircraft.
There are a variety of options to consider. The starting point is how often you want to fly privately.
If you only fly a few hours a year then on demand aircraft charter is probably the best way to go. As your number of hours of private flying increases look at charter cards and fractional cards.
Once you reach about 50 hours of flying a year then fractional aircraft ownership can start to make sense and above 400 or so hours per year whole ownership is worth looking into.
One of the biggest changes in private flying is the introduction of "Very Light Jets" (VLJs). Several models of these smaller planes are coming into production and are giving rise to new air taxi services.
The latest news and research on private jets and aircraft is included below.
Written by K.C. Dermody Friday, 24 May 2013 11:19
The independent ARGUS rating system looks at an aircraft operators actual safety history, and produces a grade for that operator. If you're a potential customer of a jet charter company or fractional operator it's well worth asking about their ARGUS rating.
Written by K.C. Dermody Monday, 13 May 2013 14:14
Whether you fly for business or leisure purposes, you can choose either private jets or commercial airlines to get from point A to point B. With many smart executives looking at private jet charters as the most comfortable and reliable form of transportation, here is a look at the pros and cons of commercial flights vs. chartering a private jet.
Written by K.C. Dermody Wednesday, 01 May 2013 00:00
Supplemental Lift provides aircraft owners access to substitute aircraft when their own aircraft is not available. It can fill the gap if an aircraft is undergoing maintenance, or when a need arises for a simultaneous trip, or for flights that may originate or terminate outside a normal range or operating area.
Written by Nick Copley Tuesday, 23 April 2013 00:00
Launched a little over a year ago, the Flight Options jet membership has already welcomed its 100th member. With this early success the company has now added the Nextant 400XT to the membership program.
Written by K.C. Dermody Tuesday, 02 April 2013 09:11
Executive AirShare is a Kansas City, Missouri based company and the only "days-based" fractional aircraft provider. Serving the Central U.S. and also Great Lakes/Mid Atlantic area the organization has continued to grow, expanding into Austin, San Antonio and Houston as well as seeing a steady increase of shareowners. In 2009 Executive AirShare had 95 owners, and as of the end of 2012 that number had grown to about 140 shareowners.
Read more: Executive AirShare’s Fractional Jet & Turboprop Ownership Programs
Written by Nick Copley Tuesday, 12 March 2013 09:42
This leading jet card innovator recently announced its results for 2012. Overall their growth further confirms the progress we've seen from other major companies in the private aviation sector.
Written by Nick Copley Tuesday, 26 February 2013 00:00
Flight Options is the world's second largest private aviation company. SherpaReport recently talked to CEO, Mike Silvestro about the growth his company saw in 2012 and his views for 2013.
Read more: Mike Silvestro of Flight Options Talks About Growth
Written by Nick Copley Sunday, 24 February 2013 17:47
This new offering from Flexjet delivers special incentive jet card rates when traveling across the USA aboard Challenger 300 aircraft.
Read more: Flexjet Coastal Connect Program Provides Cross-Country Flights
Written by K.C. Dermody Tuesday, 05 February 2013 14:10
Private aviation's largest fractional-share provider recently announced their "Supplemental Lift Assurance Program". Designed for flight departments as well as aircraft owners, this service provides full access to NetJets fleet. Participants in the program can use NetJets aircraft when there is an issue causing their own plane to be grounded (eg during unscheduled maintenance) and for providing supplemental lift throughout the year.
Written by K.C. Dermody Friday, 14 December 2012 08:44
One of the common questions when it comes to air travel is, "How much can I bring?" Whether traveling on a commercial airline or via private jet, there is no exception. With many people wanting to bring some of their toys along with them, such as golf clubs or skis, space can be a big concern.
Written by K.C. Dermody Friday, 07 December 2012 12:10
Written by K.C. Dermody Monday, 19 November 2012 00:00
Read more: Winter Slots at Mountain Airports: Planning Your Flight
Written by Nick Copley Wednesday, 07 November 2012 21:24
Read more: Flexjet Launches FlexShare Customized Fractional Jet Ownership
Written by Nick Copley Tuesday, 23 October 2012 14:32
Read more: How Much Does It Cost to Charter a Private Aircraft?
Written by Nick Copley Monday, 01 October 2012 19:08
Read more: AirSprint Orders Nine Citation CJ2+ Aircraft and Plans Transition
Written by K.C. Dermody Wednesday, 26 September 2012 12:35
Written by Nick Copley Friday, 31 August 2012 11:29
Written by Nick Copley Wednesday, 29 August 2012 21:02
Written by Elaine Day Friday, 03 August 2012 08:44
Read more: Thanks to Aerion, There’s a New Supersonic Business Jet on the Horizon
Written by Elaine Day Thursday, 26 July 2012 21:24
Read more: NetJets Places a Major Order for New Mid Size Jets
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