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Private Jets: Fractional Cards vs. Charter Cards
Vanessa DellaPasqua, Helium Report
It is pointless to make outright “best in show” suggestions in private aviation. Most companies of any size are professionally run with a close eye on customer service, safety, luxury and convenience. The real question is one of fit, particularly if cost is a factor. To know which option is best for you, you must first articulate your needs and expectations. Then you can compare the different formats and interview prospective providers.
The Blend
While this guide is structured to help you compare and contrast the various formats, it’s quite common for your solution to include multiple options. As suggested earlier, full owners often employ other formats to provide greater fleet selection and redundant availability. Fractional owners often tap “supplemental lift” in the form of card programs, particularly when specific flights don’t fit their typical profile. On-demand charter is often tapped for especially efficient travel, such as round-trips of one to two days.
Just Fly
The complexity of the choice in front of you can be intimidating. We suggest that you pick one of the smaller-commitment options to get in the air soon. Bring along your family, friends or colleagues on a fractional card or charter card program. Your trial experience will help better define your needs and appetite. You can enroll in a short-term program for under $50,000, or you can contact a charter provider and negotiate an upcoming trip
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