Charter Jet Forum
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We are happy to have you, and wish to take you on the adventure of a lifetime by guiding you through all of the insider information that you will need to successfully charter a private jet. Please sit back, get comfortable and enjoy your private jet tour.
First, let’s take a birds-eye-view of the whole process by looking at the available types of air charter. Charter jets can be obtained in a few ways. The most convenient and cost-effective private air charter is through a service that is referred to in the industry as the empty leg (also known as a deadhead or back haul). If you have a flexible travel schedule and wish to save yourself some money, this is the best option to take off on. You simply lease the plane during a time when it would be otherwise flying empty.
Another convenient way to fly on private jets is to purchase a jet card. These are prepaid cards that allow you to use a private plane when you need it. You are only charged for the time when the plane is actually in the air, but the rates are typically much higher than a traditional charter.
In fact, a traditional charter jet service is great for those who need a private charter on-demand . Planes are often ready in a matter of hours, to take you where you want to go, when you want to go.
Finally, if you fly 50 or more hours per year, it may be wise to invest in a fractional ownership of an executive jet. Air Charter on a per-flight basis can become expensive, so this option allows you to spread the cost of ownership by sharing the jet with other travelers. It is similar to the time-share concept in real estate.
This brief overview of the private jet industry is far from exhaustive. Please take a moment to review some of our other articles, or pop on over to our forums to discuss the luxury, convenience and growing affordability of the charter jet skyscape. Happy flying!