Wheels Up Launches Signature Membership

Private aviation company Wheels Up has just introduced its Signature Membership, which provides guaranteed nationwide availability and access 365 days a year to Wheels Up's premium fleet of Phenom 300 series and Challenger 300 series aircraft.

Signature Membership Features

Wheels Up Signature Members enjoy guaranteed nationwide access, no interchange fees, same-day round-trip discounts, and guaranteed recovery.

Through the company's strategic partnership with Delta Air Lines, members enjoy Delta SkyMiles Diamond Medallion Status; can apply funds on deposit toward ticket purchases with Delta; and can save up to 20% on certain Delta fares on select routes when booking through Wheels Up.

Signature Members also enjoy exclusive access to the full suite of Wheels Down private events and curated experiences, including marquee activations. Through a growing network of brand partners, Wheels Up offers its community unique opportunities to connect, explore, and experience the best in travel, entertainment, and lifestyle.

Two Types of Plan Membership

There are two Signature Membership options. The Dynamic Plan is designed for private fliers who prioritize flexibility and value, with dynamic, market-driven pricing based on seasonality, day of week, and destination. Alternatively, the Fixed Plan is tailored to private leisure or corporate fliers who value the consistency and predictability of competitive fixed hourly rates. Under both plans, Signature Members unlock elevated privileges based on their flight volume and deposit size.

The company says it will focus on Signature Membership plans moving forward. Legacy membership types will be supported for current members throughout the term of their agreements.

Signature Membership Prices

There is a minimum $200,000 pre-paid deposit, and a monthly membership fee of $500.

At this minimum deposit level, the hourly rates for the fixed option are $9,295 on the Phenom 300 and $13,495 on the Challenger. The hourly rates are lower with larger deposits.

"When we announced our fleet modernization plan in October of last year, it included plans to integrate our premium Phenom 300 series and Challenger 300 series aircraft into our programmatic offering by the end of 2025," said George Mattson, Chief Executive Officer. "The new Wheels Up Signature Membership does just that, offering guaranteed nationwide access to our modernized fleet of best-in-class aircraft, along with the reliability, flexibility, and premium experience fliers have come to expect from Wheels Up. With a low cost of entry into the program, seamless access to our global charter offering, and the ability to merge premium commercial and private travel through our first-of-its-kind strategic partnership with Delta Air Lines, we're raising the bar for delivering the most customer-centric private aviation solutions in the industry."