--- title: "Which is the Best Charter Provider? - SherpaReport" description: "News, reports, insights and analysis on private jets, fractional jets, destination clubs, and luxury fractional property. Insider insights to make you a smarter buyer of private aviation and luxury travel." url: "https://www.sherpareport.com/guide-charter-guide2.html?format=html" date: "2026-10-24T19:40:56+00:00" language: "en-GB" --- [ ![SherpaReport](https://www.sherpareport.com/images/sherpa-report-logo-white.svg) ](https://www.sherpareport.com/) ### Independent Analysis for Private Aviation Users # Which is the Best Charter Provider? Discerning business and private travelers appreciate the privacy, convenience and time saving, that jet charter providers and private aviation enable. But, there's an array of products and providers to choose from. The SherpaReport Guide to shared Private Aviation will help you identify the right products for your travel needs. 1. Use the Selection Tool to get some initial ideas about suitable products. 2. Then download the comprehensive Guide to Private Aviation, which includes details on multiple providers. By reading the Guide you'll learn about: - The characteristics of aviation products - What to consider when reviewing the products - Comparisons of the leading providers - Comparisons of costs - Key questions to ask the providers prior to joining If you have any further questions after reading the Guide, or you want to discuss the Guide, please feel free to contact our President & Senior Analyst, Nick Copley. His email is included in the Guide. ## Use our selection tool to access the free Guide to Private Aviation Please complete all required fields! Many Thanks SherpaReport The SherpaReport Guide has been in publication since 2007, with annual updates every year since then, to provide a wealth of insider knowledge and insights. **Tell us a little about yourself, we'll suggest some programs.** How many people do you usually travel with ?**(\*)** How many people do you usually travel with ? 0-1 2-5 6-10 10+ Please tell us how many people you typically travel with. This helps to identify some of the most appropriate programs. Thanks SherpaReport P.S. Reach out if you have any questions on private aviation or any feedback on programs and providers. How far do you typically fly ?**(\*)** How far do you typically fly ? under 1,000m 1,000 to 2,000m Over 2,000m Please tell us how far you typically fly. This helps to identify some of the most appropriate programs. Thanks SherpaReport P.S. Reach out if you have any questions on private aviation or any feedback on programs and providers. In which locations do you fly ?**(\*)** In which locations do you fly ? North America Europe Asia Global Please tell us which regions you typically fly in. This helps to identify some of the most appropriate programs. Thanks SherpaReport P.S. Reach out if you have any questions on private aviation or any feedback on programs and providers. How much do you fly each year ?**(\*)** How much do you fly each year ? Under 50 hours 50 to 300 hours over 300 hours Please tell us how many hours you typically fly. This helps to identify some of the most appropriate programs. Thanks SherpaReport P.S. Reach out if you have any questions on private aviation or any feedback on programs and providers. How many private aviation flights have you taken ?**(\*)** How many private aviation flights have you taken ? 0-1 2-5 6-10 10+ Please tell us how many private flights you have taken. Thanks SherpaReport P.S. Reach out if you have any questions on private aviation or any feedback on programs and providers. ### Suggested Solutions *Based on your preferences, look at these providers* STEP 2 of 3 **Focus on Fractional Ownership** | | Airshare *Day-based fractional aviation.* | |---|---| | | NetJets *The largest fractional and card provider.* | | | PlaneSense *Fractional ownership in light jets and turboprops.* | **Consider Jet Cards & Charter for Supplemental Lift** | | Sentient Jet *The largest card provider.* | |---|---| | | Wheels Up *Membership-based private aviation.* | **Focus on Fractions or Whole Ownership** | | PlaneSense *Fractional ownership in light jets and turboprops.* | |---|---| | | NetJets *The largest fractional and card provider.* | | | Airshare *Day-based fractions & management.* | **Consider Jet Cards & Charter for Supplemental Lift** | | Sentient Jet *The largest card provider.* | |---|---| | | Magellan Jets *Charter broker with customized cards.* | | | Wheels Up *Membership based private aviation.* | **Focus on Jet Cards & Charter** | | Magellan Jets *Charter broker with customized cards.* | |---|---| | | Sentient Jet *The largest card provider.* | | | Wheels Up *Memberships & charter.* | **Consider Fractional Ownership** | | Airshare *Day-based fractional aviation.* | |---|---| | | PlaneSense *Fractional ownership in light jets and turboprops.* | | | NetJets *The largest fractional and card provider.* | ### Get The Guide to Private Aviation *And receive information from your selected providers.* STEP 3 of 3 First Name**(\*)**Please add your first name. 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