Reasons why you should travel by private jet

When people think about private jet travel, the first word that comes to mind is luxury and whilst private jet travel is luxurious, the real advantages of flying by private jet are convenience and flexibility.

With private jet travel, you take control of your time and fly to your own schedule. Let’s see what other benefits there are to travelling by private jet.

Time

Time, the one thing you can never have enough of. It is precious and time is money so wouldn’t it be great if we could all save a bit of time? Well, with private jet travel, you can do just that. Unlike scheduled flights, you set your own schedule, so you fly at a time that suits you from an airport of your choice. You only need to arrive at the airport 15-minutes prior to your departure time and flying from a dedicated private terminal means you avoid the lengthy check-in and security queues. Private jets also have access to more than 5000 airports worldwide, so you are not wasting time with transfers and connections, and flying to airports closer to your destination, maximising your time and minimising hassle.

Speed

Private jets tend to be faster as they plan their own route and are not tied to specific routes and networks like scheduled airline. They climb faster and higher than commercial airlines, helping them avoid busy routes and air traffic and allowing them to reach their destination quicker. Also, avoiding larger international airports and using smaller domestic airports speeds up the whole airport process.

There is no waiting in queues for customs & immigration or to collect your bags, just disembark the aircraft and climb into the car waiting for you on the tarmac whilst the airport handlers load yours bags directly into the vehicle. It couldn’t be simpler!

Comfort

There are over 7000 private jets to choose from worldwide, each with their own unique interior but we think you will agree that whatever jet you choose you are guaranteed to arrive at your destination in comfort, luxury and style. Private jets have spacious cabins with luxurious, comfortable seats and in larger jets the seats can be made into beds ensuring you arrive at your destination refreshed and relaxed.

Safety

All private jets must be registered and maintained to the standards required by the world’s air regulators. All crews must have the relevant licenses and qualifications and all aircraft operators must have an Operator’s License and a relevant Air Operator’s Certificate (AOC). These documents are checked and updated by the relevant authorities on a regular basis. Flying by private jet is a very safe and efficient way to travel.

Flexibility

You set your own schedule, flying at a time that suits you. Running late? Don’t worry, the jet waits for you. Flying by private jets also means you can fly to multiple cities in one day and arrive into smaller airports closer to your destination that scheduled airlines don’t fly to, saving you time and money.

Privacy

Most airports have their own dedicated private jet terminals with luxury lounges so you can avoid the hustle and bustle of the main terminal. This is particularly convenient for high profile celebrities looking to escape the lens of prying paparazzi. The privacy also extends on-board your private jet. A private jet is just that…. private! Only those invited are welcomed on-board. High-level executives can conduct confidential business deals without the distractions and privacy concerns associated with scheduled flying.

Efficiency

The spacious cabin and wi-fi connection, allow you to turn your jet into an office. Conduct business meetings with colleagues, finish that last-minute proposal and respond to urgent emails whilst in transit. Flying by private jet means you never miss out on that all-important deadline.

Choice

With over 7000 private jets available worldwide, each with their own unique interior, you choose which jet you would like to fly in. You can customise your flight to suit you. Whether that means, ordering your catering from your favourite restaurant, smoking on board or bringing your pet on holiday with you, there will be a private jet to suit.

Travel with pets

Most people find it difficult to leave their pets when travelling for long periods of time but flying by private jet means you can bring your pet with you. Your pet can travel in the cabin, making it less stress free for both you and your pet.

Baggage

Whilst different jets have different luggage capacity, if you choose the right jet for your requirements then there are no restrictions to the amount of luggage that you can bring on-board. You do not pay extra for additional bags and all your items are stored in the aircraft hold or in luggage compartments within the cabin, making it easier to access your luggage during the flight. You also avoid the lengthy check-in queues as your luggage is directly taken to the aircraft when you arrive at the private jet lounge.

So next time you are planning to travel, consider the benefits of travelling by private jet and see how it could improve your overall travel experience, but remember once you fly private, you won’t want to go back!

By Vickie Clark, Client Services Director at The Private Jet Boutique Ltd.