Top Ten Reasons to Fly Private

Believe it there are many reasons that people chose to fly on a Private Jet and some not as obvious as others and definitely what you would think, but if you can afford this kind of way to travel than I know I would never again fly commercially. It is not only for the elegance, luxury, convenience and comfort but the privacy and prestige.  

Safety and avoiding Terrorism

I saw an article the other day featuring Mark Wahlberg and it revealed that in 2001 he was supposed to have been flying on one of the ill-fated aircrafts that crashed into the Twin Towers. He instead chose to fly on a Private Jet to Canada to visit a friend on the set of his current movie. Now it seems for safety reasons and avoiding the risk of another terrorist attack he prefers to take a jet. Sometimes the only way to get out of a country under attack or threat is to Charter a Private Jet to come to your rescue and it is also a relief for some to know that they are travelling only with people they know and trust.

Travelling with Loved Ones

For some people their pets are just as or if not more important than their children and when you travel commercially little fluffy has to travel alone, cold and frightened in the cargo compartment. This thought can be unbearable and most operators will allow passengers to take anything on board. The Middle Eastern clients will take everything from Falcons, Chihuahuas and larger dog breeds such as Great Danes. I believe Mariah Carey likes to take her fury friends on board with her as she was spotted splashing out more than 100,000 for her eight lucky pampered canines.

Shop til you drop

When I fancy a new frock and some matching high heels I would like the majority of people jump in my car get on a bus or the metro and head down to the mall and go to my favourite stores hunting down a bargain. But if you are like Beyonce when she was in Paris staying beside the French Riviera she chartered a Private Jet to shop in her favourite store that just so happened to be in London. Arriving in style and with little or no luggage restrictions you can see why the royal families and celebrities would fly anywhere around the world and return home with more shopping bags than a commercial aircraft would allow. Although paying extra for oversized or additional luggage I feel is not really going to be a concern. Whether it is Paris, Milan, Nice or London the hottest shopping destinations can attract many Private Jets with eager shoppers onboard.

Dine in Style

Let’s face it you don’t fly on an aircraft and look forward to the cuisine that you are going to be served but when you fly on a private jet you just set your own menu. It is actually very common to see our Jet Setters request food from their favourite restaurant so they can enjoy sampling Michelin Starred quality cuisine and sipping on a glass of Dom Perignon at 42,000 feet. Surprisingly on some Private Jets you are allowed to smoke a cigarette on board which could be catastrophic on a large commercial aircraft however well controlled on a private jet.

Avoiding Crowds and Large Airports

As the number of people jet-setting across the Globe increases, so does the size of airports. Let’s take Dubai International Airport as an example. Terminal three is the largest airport terminal and largest building in the world by floor space. Statistics from early 2014 show that there are over 7000 weekly flights operated by 140 airlines to over 230 destinations across every continent except Antarctica. Dubai International Airport is handling over 80 million passengers annually. Queuing at customs can take hours if you are unlucky enough to arrive during one of the peak times early in the morning or just after midnight. When flying on a Private Jet you avoid all of this. Not only can you chose the time you want to depart, but you can relax in one of the VIP Lounges, well away from the main terminal while the custom formalities are completed. You are only required to arrive twenty minutes before you are due to fly away or as I have seen many times just turn up any time you like. The Private Jet waits for you not the other way round and you are not rushing through busy terminals just to get to the gate on time.

Transporting Precious Cargo

 Private Jets are not just chartered for luxury holiday getaways and corporate business trips but are often utilized for the transportation of dangerous goods or precious materials. Some common examples are weapons, gold and diamonds. Often it is essential as it is faster and more flexible with cargo that spoils quickly. It can be a matter of urgency for something like medicines as the effectiveness of these drugs decreases with passage of time.

Remote Destinations

Commercial aircrafts cannot always travel to the remote destinations that some corporate companies or individuals need to travel to. Some reasons for this are a war torn country in the midst of conflict or controlled by pirates or the runway may also be restricted by size or surroundings. Some places around the world are difficult, perhaps even impossible to get to like Catalina Island where the airport is literally carved into the hills however a Private Jet will get you there. Los Roques is among dozens of postage stamp size airports around the world that serve upscale resorts, ski destination, tiny luxury islands and jungle locations and the wealthy can access via the luxurious private aircraft. Private Jets are often chartered to Iraq, Afghanistan and other Middle Eastern countries that you really want to leave as quickly as you get in so the flexibility of timings is ideal in an awaiting aircraft.

Celebrity and Privacy

A number of celebrities, royal families and government figures will charter a private jet to avoid the gazing public eye. Angelina Jolie often takes a jet around the world for her U.N. commitments as she travels to some of the most dangerous countries in the world. Although some of these high profile people will have their own aircrafts there are occasions when they will have to go into maintenance or they have invited an entourage to accompany them and they will then charter a separate jet.

Attending Concerts and Events

There are many famous rock bands that tour the world on a Private Jet. The hectic schedules and concert dates limit their rest time between concerts and waiting around for hours to fly on a commercial aircraft is just not an option.

Luxury, Exclusivity and Prestige

All of the reasons above have clearly shown why we all would if we could fly on a private jet. Above all else mentioned flying private is just that – private. Once onboard with only the people who are invited the whole aircraft is yours. Play a movie or music at any level with speakers throughout the cabin. The jets will be equipped with laptop connections, phones and wifi. For businesses sometimes time is money and on a private jet they can plan their meetings and visit multiple destinations in just one day. If travelling overnight on some Private Jets comfortable beds can be made up to ensure passengers are well rested. As the aircraft is descending into the airport, the crew will call ahead so that as soon as the Jet has arrived the limousine is already positioned to whisk you away.  Now really I could go on about the reason that Flying Private is the only way to travel buy honestly it is. Private Jet charter assists people globally to travel this way and although it is easy for the wealthy to afford there may just be a cheeky empty leg flight we can find so that anyone can enjoy the ultimate experience for half the normal price.