Private Jets and Fractional Aircraft

Comparing Private Jets to Commercial Airlines

Mon, 13 May 2013 19:14:53 GMT

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.

Supplemental Lift for Aircraft Owners

Wed, 01 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT

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.

Flight Options Expands Jet Membership Club

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT

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.

Executive AirShare’s Fractional Jet & Turboprop Ownership Programs

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 14:11:03 GMT

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.

Sentient Jet Grows in 2012

Tue, 12 Mar 2013 14:42:56 GMT

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.

Mike Silvestro of Flight Options Talks About Growth

Tue, 26 Feb 2013 05:00:00 GMT

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.

Flexjet Coastal Connect Program Provides Cross-Country Flights

Sun, 24 Feb 2013 22:47:38 GMT

This new offering from Flexjet delivers special incentive jet card rates when traveling across the USA aboard Challenger 300 aircraft.

NetJets Supplemental Lift Assurance Program

Tue, 05 Feb 2013 19:10:14 GMT

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.

How Much Luggage Space is in a Private Jet?

Fri, 14 Dec 2012 13:44:14 GMT

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.

VistaJet Orders $7.8bn Bombardier Global Jets

Fri, 07 Dec 2012 17:10:37 GMT

VistaJet founder Thomas Flohr vowed to redefine private aviation when the company was established in 2004. Last week he placed the largest single transaction in the history of business aviation. The firm order for 56 new Bombardier Global aircraft with options on a further 86 Globals has a list price tag of more than $7.8 billion.