Flying

Business Jet Charter

Fixed pricing gains favor

As the recession drags on, charter operators are facing continued declines in business. The good news for passengers is that a growing number of these... Read Now

Finding a broker you can trust

One of the easiest ways to book a charter flight is through a broker. Charter brokers often have access to hundreds of aircraft and can offer services... Read Now

Teaming up to save money

With the economy worsening and the media focusing on the cost of private jet operation, many executives are looking for ways to reduce their travel ex... Read Now

When operators go under

Block charter and jet card programs can be great options. Not only do they simplify the booking process, they also provide benefits, such as discounte... Read Now

Think small, save big

[Editor's note: On September 19, 2008, DayJet Services, LLC, discontinued its jet services and canceled all future flights, the result, the company sa... Read Now

Chartering out your jet? Beware of drug runners

Taking care of an airplane is a big job, which is why many owners turn it over to management companies. As part of the arrangement, these companies of... Read Now

10 lessons I've learned as a business jet charter customer

Before booking my first charter flight in 2001, I visited industry Web sites, drove to the airport to sit in some airplanes, got advice from a reputab... Read Now

10 questions air charter buyers should ask

When you buy a seat on a commercial flight, the choice of airline can matter less than the departure and arrival times. But when you book a charter fl... Read Now

The little airplane that can

Many business jet charter operators these days are opting to focus on a single aircraft type. The Eclipse 500 has received much publicity because high... Read Now

Booking flights when demand peaks

If you fly often via business jet charter, you know that the peak travel days sprinkled throughout the calendar can mean a limited choice of aircraft ... Read Now