With all the focus on the present and the future of private jet travel, the past tends to be overlooked. Private jet travel stretches back more than a century, and once looked very different from how it does now. If you’re interested in a blast from the past that may hold clues to the future, read on.
Read MoreAutumn in the 21st century is a time beloved by marketers. Pumpkin spice, cozy sweaters, vivid leaves – it’s not just the relief from the summer heat that appeals to the public. However, hidden behind the bright exterior is the knowledge that (to coin a phrase) winter is coming. Grey days, bare trees, chilly rain or sleet – we’re headed for the season that inspires daydreams of being elsewhere.
Read MoreHell is other people, as per Jean-Paul Sartre – and seldom does that concept seem as profound as at the airport. From scanning the garage for an open parking space to waiting in line to check your bag, to awkwardly juggling your belongings as the guy in front fills up six bins to be scanned, to jostling for a seat in the gate waiting area, rarely does the world seem as crowded as it does when traveling by air.
Read MoreFor the typical airline traveler, “flying” and “luxury” don’t exist in the same sphere. While U.S. airline travel is now far more affordable relative to average income than it was before deregulation in 1978, anything that was once glamorous and exciting has eroded away for the economy-class traveler, who endures crowded gates, cramped seats, limited (and pricey) food options and unhappy fellow passengers. First-class travelers get more creature comforts, but still must tolerate long security lines and unexpected delays.
Read MoreWhen it comes to private jet travel, North America and Europe dominate. According to WingX, about three-fourths of all global business jet and turboprop flights in 2023 departed from North America, with Europe second on the list at 15%. No other region accounts for more than 3%. However, when analyzing the growth in those flights over a four-year period – starting right before COVID upended the travel world – the leader suddenly looks very different. Departures from airports in South America are the clear winner, increasing by more than 200% in 2023 from 2019. Change the starting date to 2020, 2021 or 2022, and South America remains the fastest-growing market.
Read MorePredicting the future for private jet travel remains a tricky task at best. However, industry experts see some definitive trends and developments evolving that are likely to affect how business jet travel works over the long term – in relation to technology, operations, customer experience and much more. If you’re interested in getting a glimpse into the crystal ball, read on.
Read MoreAnyone who’s ever encountered challenges flying commercial – so, everyone who’s ever flown commercial – has wished, however briefly, for an alternative. Crowded parking garages, 6 am departures, endless security lines, mysterious delays, cramped seating, lost luggage – plus, occasionally, wild misbehavior and mistakes. Surely, there must be something better.
Read MoreWhile private jet travel takes place worldwide, two regions stand out in particular – North America, and Europe. Together, they account for more than nine-tenths of global business jet and turboprop flight activity. Though business aviation flights have more than doubled in South America and Africa since 2019, they’re still dwarfed by the activity in Europe and the U.S.
Read MoreAir travel has given us a different world from that of our ancestors. As the Smithsonian Magazine put it, “The invention of the airplane shook the globe, and it never looked the same again.” More than a century after the Wright Brothers first soared aloft, the planet is connected in ways unthinkable for most of human history.
Read MorePrivate jet travel has made it possible for one of the world’s biggest stars to fit in sporting events with tour performances, award shows, appearances and countless other demands. However, it’s not just the Taylor Swifts of the world who can take advantage of private jet travel to sporting events – those more likely to buy her albums (or refuse to do so) can benefit as well. Multiple options exist for those looking to avoid the hassle of commercial flights or long drives in support of their teams. If this sounds appealing to you, read on.
Read MoreIn recent years, more and more private jet trips are made not with business colleagues, but with families – spouses, children, other relatives and/or pets. “Business” jets aren’t just for business anymore, and the trend does not seem to be reversing. If you’re wondering exactly how flying private can benefit you for trips with your nearest and dearest, read on.
Read MoreAs more and more people seek private jet travel, its profile has risen considerably. However, the industry isn’t incredibly transparent given that relatively few people still fly private, and companies offering these services are far smaller in size and reach than major commercial airlines. As a result, myths about private jet travel abound. If you’re looking to separate fact from fiction, read on.
Read MoreFlying private seems exciting, glamorous and efficient. You can skip the middle-of-the-night wakeups, the long lines, the inconvenient stopovers and the crying toddlers and instead travel when you want, where you want. The flip side is that arranging a flight on a private jet isn’t as straightforward as logging onto a Website, selecting from pre-set options and clicking on the Purchase button. As the traveler, you’re responsible for finding an entity that can provide you with the private jet experience you seek.
Read MoreAir travel in 2023 is often an endurance test. Long lines, crowded planes and staffing shortages can make even a short trip tiring and frustrating…and while premium options such as PreCheck and first-class seating can help, they can’t insulate travelers from everything. It’s no surprise that private jets are becoming a more frequent alternative, with the number of flights on business aircraft worldwide more than 10 percent higher in 2022 than in 2019. For comfort, convenience and reliability, flying private typically offers advantages that commercial airlines just can’t match.
Read MoreFor some, the solution for smooth travel is to bypass the airlines and fly private instead. Skip the endless security lines that put everyone on edge, avoid the cattle-car feeling with a flight crew stretched thin, and journey at a convenient time – what could be better? However, flying private isn’t a behavioral free-for-all. There are some guidelines that travelers will want to keep in mind to ensure their experience goes smoothly. Read on for some etiquette dos and don’ts.
Read MoreThough more and more Americans are incorporating pets into their lives, fewer and fewer airline options exist to transport those pets effectively. For a growing number of owners, another possibility is rising in popularity – private jet travel. If you’re tired of worrying about your pet sitter’s reliability, want to travel for an extended period or are considering relocating with your furry companions, read on.
Read MoreOn June 28, 2023, United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby was among passengers in the more than 50,000 private jet flights in the U.S. that week. Kirby chose the Teterboro, New Jersey (KTEB) airport over Newark Airport (KEWR), the nearby United hub, for a flight to Denver, Colorado. If you’re wondering why Kirby couldn’t find an option among the air travel options offered by United – the third largest airline in the world by fleet size – it was likely because the airline canceled 750 flights on the same day.
Read MoreMaybe it happened when you had to stand in a “faster” PreCheck line that snaked back to ticketing. Maybe it was when your business class seatmate started coughing and sneezing – and didn’t stop for three hours – due to “allergies.” Maybe the breaking point was when one of the twin toddlers sitting right behind first class spent the whole flight screeching. However it occurred, you’ve decided that you’re ready to try private jet travel.
Read MoreOnce seen as the domain of the super-rich, private travel is growing in popularity with new options as more and more people look to avoid the airport experience while still enjoying the speed and flexibility of air travel.
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