Private Jet Charters Are a Far Better Alternative Than Airlines

Posted on May 27, 2008
Filed Under Charters

Have you ever thought “there’s just got to be a better way to fly than going commercial”? Well join the club. For most of us who fly often these days, what used to be no big deal, has become a nightmare to be avoided at all costs.

You know, I remember when flying was fun, and it still can be, if one can ditch the whole airline hassle. I’m talking about private jet charters. Now you may be thinking like I was, “yeah right – like I can afford that”. But things are different these days and the cost might just surprise you.

It was actually while waiting in airports that got me thinking of better alternatives, and remembered the most fun I ever had flying was in small planes. What I also recalled was no lines – just arrive at the airport, walk out, get on and leave. Such an enviable thought, especially when you’re waiting through yet another interminable delay.

That got me to start looking into jet charters even though I thought it would probably be expensive and beyond my reach. But I was pleasantly surprised. First, the advantages – and they are numerous.

No need to arrive two hours before your flight knowing it will still depart late – in fact only in rare instances will you even have a late flight. No long lines at ticket counters, metal detectors, waiting to board or when getting off the plane. No waiting on bags or wondering where your luggage got off to, plus no trying to squeeze everything into a carry-on just to avoid checking it.  

No crowds, talkative neighbors, screaming kids, or being packed in like a sardine. You aren’t squashed against a neighbor, being bumped by the beverage cart, or losing feeling in your legs from them being crammed into to the seat ahead. Plus you won’t have the person in front of you recline into your lap.

Consider instead having total control. You set the schedule and destination, basically flying when convenient for you – not the airline. And you needn’t fly into a hub or deal with connections. A private jet charter can go anywhere there’s an airport you will also likely avoid the need to rent a car and wait in more lines.

You arrive just before takeoff, walk on with your luggage, sit down and relax. Shortly after, the door is closed and you’re on your way. In flight you have room to stretch out or spread out. Whether you want to work or rest, you’ll get to your destination having been more productive and less fatigued. Once there, walk off and leave – that’s it.

There is absolutely no comparison. If you’ve never experienced this type of travel, you will be amazed at the difference. Private jet charters are rapidly increasing in popularity as they decrease in cost. For all the reasons mentioned above, more and more folks are abandoning commercial airlines whenever they can. Next we’ll look at the costs of chartering a jet.

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