This full-color, comprehensive guide is an invaluable resource for choosing a private aviation program. It offers everything you as a private aviation user should consider to make an informed decision regarding the option that's right for you and your business. Topics include:

• the benefits of private aviation over commercial airlines including time savings, convenience, privacy and flexibility;


• an apples-to-apples comparison chart listing the various types of private aircraft available;


• how to choose the aircraft that best suits your needs including space and aircraft range factors; also included is an aircraft selection checklist that provides additional attributes to consider;


• types of private aviation programs including detailed descriptions, benefits and considerations of fractional ownership programs, fractional jet cards, jet charter cards and on-demand aircraft charter;


• an explanation of private aviation programs' primary service areas and peak travel days;


• sample pricing information regarding each type of program;


• factors to consider in regard to each operator's aircraft, safety record, pilots, experience and service level;


• features to consider when choosing the program that best suits your leisure and/or business travel needs;


• a chart comparing advantages, purchase increments and time commitments of whole aircraft ownership, fractional ownership, fractional jet cards, jet charter cards and on-demand charter;


• a glossary of terms and a description of legal documents are also included.

The initial reaction from readers has been very positive. Bruce W of Michigan said he "found it very useful" when researching the private aviation options.

You can download the Guide to Private Aviation here.