The Benefits of Chartering a Private Jet

Most people think private air flights are reserved for CEO's, Presidents, and movie stars. This may have been the case in decades past but the cost of chartering a private jet has never been more affordable for everyday citizens. In fact, if you're traveling in a large group, it may be more economical to fly private than booking a commercial flight. This in mind, there are a number of other benefits to chartering a jet.

1. Flight Schedules On Your Time

Commercial flights force travelers to schedule their plans around designated flight times. This can be fine for major cities with multiple flights per day, but when flying to small airports the number daily flights can be very limiting. When flying private, the jet and it's crew leave whenever takeoff whenever you're ready. Each flight itinerary is customized to the client. Stops can be scheduled along the trip to pick up other passengers at local airports. Charter jets fly to thousands of smaller airports commercial flights could never reach.

2. Better Than First-Class

Many travelers have flown first-class and enjoyed the extra leg-room, complimentary food, and top notch service. But these travelers don't realize that they could receive better than first-class service for less money than a commercial flight. Chartered flights often come with flight attendants to cater to your every need. Flying private is like a having a first-class wait staff just for you and your friends.

3. No Wasted Time

Flying commercial is an all-day affair. Airlines recommend traveler arrive 2 to 3 hours before they're scheduled flight. Long lines, security checks, and unfriendly airport staff create headaches and stress. Flying private eliminates all of these problems. Travelers drive up to the airport, hand their bags to crew, and hop on the plane. There's no waiting around or security issues. When you arrive, you grab your bags and head to straight to your hotel. For business trips, private jets save precious time and keep travelers in a good mood.

4. No Lost Luggage

Flying private means your luggage flies right beneath your feet. This may sound obvious but it's worth mentioning because it means your luggage will never be lost. All of us have lost luggage horror stories. You shouldn't spend your vacation on the phone with airline employees trying find your personal items.

5. Few Delays or Cancellations

Commercial flights are delayed or canceled all the the time due to weather, busy airports, and technical problems. Charter flights are rarely delayed and almost never canceled unless weather is extreme. The flight crew ensures the plane is working properly and ready to go before you arrive.

6. Relaxing Environment

Everyone has been stuck in a coach flight with crying children, smelly passengers, and cramped leg room. It's stressful and almost impossible to sleep through. Chartered flights offer you room to lay down, walk around, and enjoy the silence. Choose passengers you get along with and your private flight should be very enjoyable.

7. Security

The thought of terrorism on air flights still lingers on everyone's minds. There's no way to know who will be on your commercial flight and what they might do. Flying through private airports mean the threat of terrorism is virtually zero. What terrorist would attack a flight of 6 people?

8. Internet Access

Almost all private jets today come with internet access, phone lines, and satellite TV. Many airplanes even come with fax machines for companies to hold meetings in the air. You'll be completely connected to the world throughout your flight. There's nothing like watching a movie on an HD television 30,000 feet in the air!

9. Save on International Flights

Chartered jets become more economical as your flight distance increases. This encourages international flights! This is not the case with every destination you fly to but when you carefully choose airports, you should save money as compared to a commercial first-class flight.

10. Use Fractional For Even Greater Savings

Fractional chartered jets are essentially time-share flights. Many corporations will loan their aircraft to charter companies for private flights. This option is much cheaper for charter companies than purchasing their own fleet of jets. This rental system can save thousands of dollars for clients.