With the ability to fly to smaller airports and avoid the hassle of long security lines and layovers, private jet travel opens up a world of possibilities when it comes to destinations.
Here are some of the best private jet destinations that are worth considering for your next trip:
Continue readingGulfstream continues to outdo itself. The upcoming G800–following on the heels of the G700–is going to be no exception.
The Gulfstream G800 is the latest addition to Gulfstream’s long line of high-performance luxury jets. It is a state-of-the-art business jet that combines cutting-edge technology with exceptional comfort and convenience.
Continue readingDuring the pandemic, when private jet travel reached an all time high, many companies suspended sales of jet cards. But — now there are some signs that jet card sales are coming back.
For a summary of the different jet card offerings, see our summary here.
Continue readingWheels Up has quickly become one of the leading providers of private jet service. Indeed, you can buy its memberships at CostCo. But like many of its competitors, it has a unique model, and it may be difficult to understand the differences at first. Here is the rundown.
Apparently, the quick-and-easy private jet of the past is no longer good enough. Instead, buyers are now looking to buy airliners and both Boeing and Airbus are happy to oblige.
Read more for photos of these incredible planes.
Continue readingCertainly we have seen some odd amenities onboard the world’s nicest private jets. Long-haul jets almost always have large beds and showers, not to mention offices and conference rooms. After all, a 20-hour flight gives you more than enough time to sleep – with time to spare to work, watch TV, etc.
But what about working out?
Continue readingA new report from Transport & Environment claims that 1% of people cause 50% of global aviation emissions and is calling for that 1% to fund zero-emission aviation.
The Spike S-512 quiet supersonic jet has the ability to change aviation forever. It can fly from London to New York in 90 minutes. You read that right.
We have an inside look at the aircraft — which contains no windows, a necessary evil to support its supersonic speed.
Continue readingThe Wall Street Journal has an article about what they call the “Uberization” of private jet travel. To summarize the article:
None of this is exactly surprising news. But it is interesting how quickly private jet travel has caught on for a new reason. The ease of booking Uber has changed everything – people now share rides, tools, homes, etc. – why not private jets? It seems clear that booking a jet by smart phone app will soon be the norm.
Bombardier pulled the plug on Learjet – moving the well-known brand to the graveyard. No longer will Learjets be available – at least new (the used market may be saturated with them). Bombardier has been making the Learjet for 60 years, but will cease production by the end of this year.
The move is expected to save the manufacturer $400 million per year.
Bloomberg has written an article about the brand. The article discusses the history of Learjet and how it was once synonymous with luxury.
Over time, however, competitors moved in with products the well-heeled enjoyed more, such as the Phenom 300.
What do you think the most luxurious jet is today?
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