News In The World Of Private Jet Charter
Cash-crunched 'Very Light Jet' Maker Cancels AOPA Expo Exhibits
11/4/08
Albuquerque, N.M.-based Eclipse Aviation yesterday confirmed that it scrubbed its planned attendance at AOPA Expo this week in San Jose, Calif., as it seeks to cut costs during its continuing search for financing. “We had to make the difficult decision to cancel our attendance at AOPA as part of our efforts to conserve cash,” a company spokeswoman told AIN via e-mail. “We continue to look for financing in the midst of global economic difficulties.” With aircraft production slowed and lawsuits from customers and suppliers mounting, Eclipse is reportedly trying to raise between $200 million and $300 million to continue operations. Two industry analysts last month predicted the company will likely run out of cash and cease production of the Eclipse 500 very light jet by early next year. Meanwhile, Eclipse is still awaiting certification from the EASA, which the company has said would pave the way for “hundreds” of European and Russian orders for its VLJs. Eclipse CEO Roel Pieper said in September that Eclipse would have EASA certification by the end of last month, but this didn’t happen. The spokeswoman couldn’t provide AIN with a new estimated date for European certification, saying only, “We expect it soon.” -AIN Aviation International News
Bizav safety slips in first nine months of ’08
10/8/08
By by Chad Trautvetter, Aviation International News
According to data released by aviation safety consulting firm Robert E. Breiling Associates of Boca Raton, Fla., there has been a “considerable increase” in the number of accidents (both fatal and nonfatal) and fatalities involving business jets and turboprops in the first nine months of this year. In the first three quarters of last year, there were 39 accidents (12 fatal) and 32 fatalities involving turbine-powered business airplanes; the fleet experienced 56 accidents (17 fatal) and 49 fatalities in the same period this year.
Among business jets, there were 22 accidents, including five fatal accidents with 22 fatalities in the first nine months of this year, up from 18 accidents (five fatal) and 14 fatalities in the same time frame last year. Business turboprops experienced 34 accidents, including 12 fatals that claimed 27 lives, during the three quarters, compared with 21 accidents (seven fatal) and 18 fatalities during the same period last year.
In the first nine months, Part 91 professionally flown corporate jet operators were involved in five nonfatal accidents and one fatal accident causing five fatalities; last year there were only three nonfatal accidents. Turboprop operators in the pro-flown category experienced two nonfatal accidents and one fatal accident that claimed 10 this year, versus only one nonfatal accident last year.
During the first three quarters, Part 91 nonprofessionally flown business jets were involved in six accidents, including one fatal accident with five fatalities, compared with two fatal accidents that resulted in four fatalities last year. Turboprops in this category experienced nine nonfatal accidents and six fatal accidents that claimed six this year, versus seven nonfatal accidents and three fatal accidents that claimed eight.
Part 135-operated business jets and turboprops experienced 23 accidents (eight fatal) and 26 fatalities in the first nine months, compared with 22 accidents (seven fatal) and 20 fatalities last year. The major fractionals continued their fatality-free history, but this segment did record two nonfatal accidents in the first three quarters, versus only one nonfatal accident in the same period last year.
Hawker's New Four-Passenger 450XP Light Business Jet
10/5/08
By Karen Di Piazza, CharterX
Sunday, Wichita, Kan.-based Hawker Beechcraft Corp. announced it would manufacture a new four-passenger, light jet, titled the 450XP. The aircraft, powered by Pratt & Whitney Canada's PW535D turbofan engines is equipped with a full authority digital engine control (FADEC) and comes with a 5,000-hour time between overall (TBO). Each engine provides 2,965 pounds of thrust.
Before anyone tries to dub this aircraft into the very light category, don't. Just because it's a four-passenger jet, it doesn't mean the aircraft falls into the VLJ category. The maximum take off weight on this jet "will increase from the 16,300-pound limit found on the Hawker 400XP to 16,650 pounds," says HBC. The aircraft affords operators to carry an additional 350 pounds of fuel at maximum payload.
Based on a 2010 date, the new jet is priced at $7.695 million. The Hawker 450XP is said to have a long-range cruise speed improvement from the Hawker 400XP's 414 knots to 421 knots. The 450XP's climb performance also improves, according to the plane maker, with the time needed to reach flight level 37,000 feet, "minimized from 18 to 14 minutes, ensuring more efficient air traffic control operations."
The 450XP will have the Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 avionics suite, the same system found in larger Hawker business jets. The fully digital avionics elevates pilots' awareness, knowledge and capabilities to a higher level, featuring three, eight by 10-inch displays, as well as digital radio and audio systems, according to HBC.
First flight of the aircraft is scheduled for the second quarter of 2009; Federal Aviation Administration certification is planned for the second quarter in 2010. European Aviation Safety Authority (EASA) certification is expected in the third quarter of 2010.
BUSINESS AVIATION GAINS TRAVELERS WHILE PREMIUM AIRLINE RIDERSHIP LANGUISHES
6/18/08
SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)-An extensive analysis by the Stanford Transportation Group, a leading U.S.-based aviation consultancy, has revealed that the number of best-paying passengers of U.S. airlines has stagnated at low levels while the number of travelers using business aircraft is reaching new highs. The results indicate that travelers on business aircraft now generate a record 41% the number of passenger trips as those made by airline first-class, business-class and full-fare coach passengers combined.
Stanford Transportation Group (STG) has completed its biennial review of premium passenger activity in the U.S. domestic airline and business aviation markets. STG analyzed the number of one-way U.S. domestic passenger-trips by fare category and developed estimates of ridership on business aircraft—jets and turboprops. “Premium” airline traffic is defined as those passengers traveling on first class, discounted first class, business class, discounted business class and full-fare coach tickets as reported by the U.S. Department of Transportation’s 10% ticket sample. These are passengers who pay a premium for added comfort, privacy or the need to depart without advanced planning.
“As a group, the number of premium trips has fallen from 20% of overall airline travel prior to 9/11, to less than 10% of airline travel,” said STG Managing Director Gerald Bernstein. Business aircraft travel is estimated from analysis of FAA and NBAA data, commercial data sources and utilization surveys; it is all considered “Premium.”
“Premium airline travel has remained static and at a low level for several years,” said Bernstein. “Despite the rise in total airline passenger trips through 2007, the number of premium trips has stalled at 41 million. Airline reports for early 2008 indicate reductions are likely this year.”
“Conversely, growing business aviation acceptance, fleet growth, the expansion of fractional programs, pre-paid flight card programs, and the development of new business models enabling lower trip costs have driven a steady expansion in the number of travelers using business jets and turboprops,” he said. “There are approximately 16 million one-way trips taken annually on business jets and turboprops. In 2007, the number of trips using these aircraft was 41% the number of trips made by Premium airline passengers. This is clearly a vastly different competitive landscape than existed even eight years ago when business aviation travel account for only 16% the number of Premium airline trips.”
“This can’t be a desirable trend for the airlines,” Bernstein continued, “it’s tough for most of the carriers to make a decent profit with over 90% of passengers flying on discount fares. This erosion of Premium travel diminishes the one group where the airlines are able to make a profit,” he added.
Stanford Transportation Group (www.stgsf.com) was founded in 1995 to specialize in market and business strategies for regional, business and general aviation aircraft manufacturers and users. Its headquarters are in San Francisco, California. Other offices are in Washington DC and Tokyo. STG has worked closely with clients on three continents, including major airframe manufacturers, engine manufacturers, airlines, investors and financial institutions. STG’s mission is to provide clients with industry-focused counsel to affect optimal decision-making in the complex and highly competitive aviation marketplace.
AIRLINE CUSTOMER RATINGS DIP FOR FIFTH CONSECUTIVE YEAR
4/10/08
Do-it-yourself flyers have another year to remain smug, as the annual airline quality rating survey reveals a continuation of their five-year slide. For those needing more incentive to fly privately, airlines' on-time performance is off again, and ratings continue to erode in mishandled luggage, denied boarding and customer complaints. The shortfall is blamed, in part, on higher fuel prices and "safety problems." On the bright side, despite some bad press over maintenance issues, Southwest Airlines continues bucking the trend, topping the ratings in on-time performance and customer satisfaction. Passengers say they appreciate Southwest's more relaxed attitude. - Courtesy of Flying Magazine.
NEW FLIGHT CHARTERS REPORTS RECORD 2007 REVENUE AND CUSTOMER GROWTH
2/22/08 press release
Amplifying it’s standing as a private jet charter leader, New Flight Charters today announced that it achieved record revenue and customer growth in 2007. In addition to increases in charter jet availability and staffing, in 2007 New Flight Charters increased its revenue by 31 percent and saw its number of return clientele double. The company ended the year with more than 1,600 customers flown to 312 airports in 14 countries.
New Flight Charters’ strong financial results were driven by the company’s price and service options, increase in private jet availability, and the growing number of travelers that fly privately for business or leisure. These fliers are abandoning older fractional and pre-pay jet card models in favor of New Flight Charters, which offers greater flexibility in aircraft choices and pricing along with premium level service. By focusing on one charter at a time, the company provides the best private flying options available in the industry for each and every flight, at costs up to 35% less than traditional jet card and fractional providers. This superior value and service has been a key reason for New Flight Charters’ sales growth of 137 percent in the past 3 years of operation.
Leading Private Jet Industry Insiders Call On New Flight Charters
In 2007, New Flight Charters saw an increase in customers, including FAA Operators themselves, and has been called “our in-house brokerage” by leading private jet operators. New Flight Charters is rated by D&B (Dun & Bradstreet) and is a respected, quality provider called on by jet charter industry insiders. “Our expertise in locating and utilizing the best available aircraft in quality and price has made us a source for industry members themselves, and is something we take great pride in,” said Rick Colson, President and Founder of New Flight Charters. The company’s senior managers also carry personal Airmen Certification from the FAA, something few jet charter brokerages can claim.
New Flight Charters Credits Savvy Private Jet Fliers
“Companies and individuals are becoming more sophisticated buyers of private aviation,” said Rick Colson, “Consumers are realizing the options and value of one way on-demand charters compared to jet cards and local operators. They are using different types of providers depending on their flight needs.” For example, New Flight Charters offers Los Angeles (VNY) to New York (TEB) one-way for $30,000 all-inclusive in a new Citation X super-midsize jet seating 8 passengers comfortably, and with a flight time of only 4 hours, 35 minutes. Jet card providers charge over $42,000 for the same flight in a similar size aircraft.
2007 A RECORD YEAR IN PRIVATE AIRCRAFT SALES
2/14/08
Business Aircraft Deliveries Soar to New Heights
The General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) today announced 2007 year-end shipment figures for the general aviation industry. Last year, the industry reached record billings of $21.9 billion, eclipsing the previous year’s figure by 16.5 percent. Worldwide general aviation shipments totaled 4,272 aircraft, the most in more than a quarter century and a 5.4-percent jump over the 4,053 airplanes delivered in 2006.
The industry also delivered more business jets than ever before, comfortably exceeding 1,000 airplanes for the first time. Piston airplane deliveries fell 2.9 percent, from 2,755 in 2006 to 2,675 last year. Shipments of turboprops increased 11.4 percent to 459 aircraft, up from 412 in 2006. Business jet shipments reached an all-time high of 1,138 aircraft, up 28.4 percent over last year’s 886 airplanes.
Speaking at GAMA’s annual industry review and market outlook briefing this afternoon in Washington, D.C., GAMA chairman and Cirrus Design chairman and CEO Alan Klapmeier reported that a strong worldwide market, especially outside North America, was a driving factor for general aviation industry growth last year. - Courtesy of Aviation International News
BUSINESS JET DELIVERIES UP FOR HAWKER BEECHCRAFT IN 2007
2/7/08
Hawker Beechcraft delivered 120 business airplanes in the fourth quarter, up from 94 aircraft shipped in the last quarter of 2006. The Wichita-based manufacturer delivered 319 business jets and turboprops last year, a 13.9-percent increase from the 280 business aircraft shipped in 2006. (Last year’s deliveries include aircraft shipped by predecessor Raytheon Aircraft in the first quarter before GS Capital Partners and Onex Partners acquired Hawker Beechcraft on March 26.)
Broken down by model, the company last year delivered 46 King Air C90GT/C90GTis, down slightly from 52 C90s in 2006; 58 King Air 200/200GTs, 18 more than the previous year; 53 King Air 350s, a six-ship uptick from 2006; 54 Premier IAs, 31 more than the year before; 41 Hawker 400XPs, down 12 from the preceding year; 35 Hawker 800XP/850XPs, 29 fewer than 2006; and 32 Hawker 900XPs, a new model added last year.
Conspicuously absent from the deliveries is the super-midsize Hawker 4000, which was certified in November 2006 but had to meet additional certification requirements. The airplane is now in final testing. “We expect to announce confirmed [Hawker 4000] delivery dates in the coming weeks,” a spokesman told AIN.
- Courtesy of Aviation International News
NEW FLIGHT CHARTERS ANNOUNCES BUSINESS RATING BY D&B DUN & BRADSTREET
1/28/08 press release
New Flight Charters, a leading private jet charter brokerage company, today announced it has been awarded a credit score and rating by Dun & Bradstreet.
D&B (Dun & Bradstreet), the leading business information and credit rating provider and business credit rating provider, has completed a review of New Flight Charters and assigned a rating and commercial credit score.
"Just as FAA compliance, safety and history are highly important to us in selecting the Part-135 charter operators we work with, we want our operators to know we are a sound and responsible company and will take care of them as well,” noted New Flight Charters president Rick Colson. “We are especially proud of our payments 100% within terms. We know how important that is in this industry and highly valued by our charter aircraft operators.”
New Flight Charters’ rating and company details are available publicly through D&B Dun & Bradstreet online at www.dnb.com. D&B continually updates credit, business history and financial analysis information. New Flight Charters was assigned a D-U-N-S number in 2004 and D&B has been keeping company information since that time.
In an industry where accountability is key, the D&B rating assigned to New Flight Charters provides accurate and timely financial standings, and allows the company to continue providing the best available charter aircraft options and service to their growing clientele.
New Flight Charters was founded in 2003 as a provider of private jet and aircraft charters, connecting customers with independently owned and operated executive aircraft nationwide and internationally. Company senior managers are also active private pilots with a genuine affinity for General Aviation. “We love flying and private aviation, and it’s easy to impart that to our clients and in our everyday business dealings,” said Rick Colson. “And on the business operations side, our business rating and credit score helps convey our ethics and responsibility within the air charter industry, something we’re very proud of.”
BIZJET INDUSTRY TO CONTINUE TO CLIMB
9/24/07
Honeywell Aerospace’s 21st annual business aviation market forecast released yesterday predicts short-term record growth and deliveries of more than 14,000 new business jets (not including very light jets) between now and 2017. Year to date, new jet orders have risen 100 percent over last year’s first-half levels, and OEMs are facing record backlogs of more than two years’ worth of production in many cases, despite predictions of 1,200 to 1,400 aircraft deliveries per year for the remainder of the decade. Since last year’s forecast, Honeywell has revised its overall projected number of aircraft deliveries upward by 2,000 airplanes, based in part on the more than 1,000 aircraft expected to be delivered this year. Next year that number is expected to exceed 1,300. While estimates of GDP growth in the U.S. over the next year and a half are expected to remain sluggish, Honeywell believes the globalization of the business aviation market might be enough to stave off a possible slump in the industry.
-Courtesy AIN
CESSNA CITATION MUSTANGS DELIVERED ON SCHEDULE
8/28/07
Cessna Aircraft Company reported that 21 of its Citation Mustang jets have been delivered thus far, and by year's end, 23 additional aircraft will be delivered. The Mustang, a six-place, twin-engine VLJ very light jet--an extension of Cessna's Citation product line--was the first VLJ to receive full type certification from the Federal Aviation Administration on Sept. 8, 2006. To the company's credit, delivery promises have been kept. The Mustang was certified as a useful aircraft--a ready-to-fly business jet for both commercial and private use. Many Mustangs delivered thus far will be coming available for private charter later in 2007 and 2008.
The Mustang has a 1,150-nautical-mile range, 340 knots true airspeed (KTAS) and a maximum flight ceiling of 41,000 feet.
-Courtesy CharterX
AIRLINES STILL TRYING TO SHIFT THEIR TAXES TO PRIVATE AVIATION
8/3/07
< Communication between Rick Colson, New Flight Charters' President, and the National Business Aviation Association >
Mr. Colson:
Thanks for your note, and for sharing with us the frequent flier message you received from Delta. Of course, you're right - this email is just more propaganda being disseminated as part of the airlines' attempt to convince Congress to shift billions of airline costs onto general aviation and introduce new user fees.
I've enclosed and attached a letter from NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen challenging both the messaging in the frequent flier email you received and a recent opinion piece Delta published in its in-flight magazine, "Sky," which likewise promotes false and misleading claims about general aviation. We've made Ed's letter available to reporters, and we'll be posting on NBAA's web site and sharing it with our Membership.
We really appreciate the time you took to alert us to your correspondence with Delta, and I hope you'll feel free to contact us again in the future if you have questions or concerns you want to share.
Again, thanks and best wishes.
Scott O'Brien
Operations Service Group
National Business Aviation Association
1200 18th Street NW, Suite 400
Washington, DC 20036-2527
Tel: (202) 783-9451
Fax: (202) 478-0035
sobrien@nbaa.org
LETTER FROM ED BOLEN TO DELTA AIR LINES
August 2, 2007
Mr. Gerald Grinstein
Chief Executive Officer
Delta Air Lines, Inc.
1030 Delta Boulevard
Atlanta, GA 30320-6001
Dear Mr. Grinstein:
I read with great concern both the opinion column by one of your executives in the August issue of Sky magazine and your company’s recent e-mail to frequent fliers regarding your airline delays and funding to modernize the air traffic control (ATC) system.
On behalf of the National Business Aviation Association and its 8,000 Member companies, many of whose employees are frequent fliers of Delta Airlines, we object to the attempts made in your magazine and email messages to enlist frustrated airline passengers in an effort to shift blame and costs unfairly onto the thousands of mostly small to mid-size businesses nationwide that depend on general aviation to succeed.
With regard to the causes of delays, we both know that Department of Transportation data show that the leading causes of delays are weather and airline operations, and not general aviation, which accounts for less than four percent of all aircraft operations at the nation's 10-busiest airports.
Equally misleading were your points about funding for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and modernization. Your column and frequent flier e-mail state that Delta and the other passenger airlines account for 70% of ATC services, but pay for 92% of the costs, when in fact, government data show that U.S. passenger airlines only pay 74% of the tax burden. The last time FAA studied cost allocation, and all the underlying data was made fully available, general aviation accounted for somewhere between 7-9% of costs and today pays 8.6% of costs.
As if all that weren’t enough, your inference that passengers would somehow get a break if the airlines’ tax burden were reduced isn’t backed up by historic practice. Studies from the Government Accountability Office have shown that, when airline taxes lapse, ticket fares remain the same or increase. In other words, tax benefits for the airlines are typically used to pad the bottom line, not give passengers a break.
The general aviation community continues to support modernization, and is willing to pay its fair share using the proven fuel tax. With the world’s largest, safest and most efficient aviation system at stake, let’s get past the deceptions and finger-pointing and focus on future needs for the aviation system.
Thank you for your time and attention to this matter.
Sincerely,
Ed Bolen
President and CEO
National Business Aviation Association
NEW FLIGHT CHARTERS LOBBYS CONGRESS, OPPOSES NEW USER FEES PROPOSED FOR PRIVATE AIRCRAFT
6/4/07
< Below is an excerpt from a letter to various congressional memebers regarding the new proposals currently being debated in congress for new "user fees" and higher taxes on private aircraft, while the airlines would see an automatic multi-million dollar tax break. The letter addresses specifically a $25 user fee currently being discussed. Although a modest amout in regards to private charters it is the first step, and fee considered, on the slippery slope of assigning additional user fees to private aircraft operating for any reason. >
May 29, 2007
Senator Craig Thomas
U.S. Senate
Senate Dirksen Office Bldg., Rm. 307
Washington , DC 20510
Dear Senator Thomas;
We operate a private aircraft charter business and organize aircraft transportation locally and nationally for clients and passengers from all walks of life. We provide transportation, business flights and opportunity that the public simply would not otherwise have. We here in General Aviation, are working and flying every day for the betterment of your communities, commerce and constituents.
Being very concerned about what is happening now with the proposed fees and tax changes with General Aviation, I am writing to express my very strong opposition to the $25 air traffic control modernization surcharge user fee contained in S. 1300 as approved by the Senate Commerce Committee.
User fees for any segment of the aviation industry must be rejected by Congress and are a first step toward privatizing the air traffic control system. It will eliminate air transportation access and price us out of flying into many communities across the country, both personally and with business flights for our customers.
I am urging your support for continuing using aviation excise taxes to fund modernization of the air traffic control system. This is supported by statements from the Congressional Budget Office, General Accountability Office, and the Department of Transportation Inspector General who have all said the tested and proven system of aviation taxes can provide the needed financing for the aviation improvements.
The Aviation Trust Fund supported by taxes on aviation users under jurisdiction of the Senate Finance Committee, not new funds under other Committees, is the best way to pay for aviation improvements.
In conclusion, you and congress must evaluate these new fee proposals and the existing funding method which has proven successful, with accurate figures and information in an unbiased way. I oppose any attempt to cut the only tax the airlines pay themselves by eliminating their 4.3 cents per gallon fuel tax. If money is truly needed to modernize the aviation system, then why give the airlines another huge tax break?
Senator Thomas, please let me know that you have received and read my letter. I look forward to hearing from you. And I look forward to General Aviation’s continued growth in support and benefit to our communities, state and nation. As a country we are fortunate to have the best funded and administered aviation system in the world.
Sincerely,
Rick Colson
NEW FLIGHT CHARTERS ANNOUNCES PRIVATE JET CHARTER ONE WAY PRICING
5/26/07
Date Released: 05/25/2007
New Flight Charters, a leading private jet charter company, today announced one-way charter pricing with a variety of private jets and routings nationwide. Traditionally private jet charter companies include the empty leg or the cost of that positioning when quoting a one-way flight, since most private aircraft must return to their base. Jet card companies also include those costs of positioning in their hourly occupied rates. New Flight Charters now offers one-way pricing, and some of the best cost private jet charters, utilizing a fleet of floating aircraft nationwide.
We are extremely pleased to make this type of charter pricing available,” noted Rick Colson. “Our customers benefit when we can offer their charter with a one-way aircraft. They save thousands from typical private jet costs. Our service level is unparalleled and our pricing is unbeatable on many one-way trips, especially coast to coast flights or between the Northeast and Florida.
These floating aircraft are quoted on a point to point basis and are kept moving from charter to charter with minimal movement between occupied charter flights. A variety of aircraft are available, including Gulfstream, Challenger, Legacy Jet, Citation X, Hawker 800, Learjet 35, Beechjet and Citation CJ2. The most popular and cost effective are flights of two hours or more, including up and down the East coast and anywhere coast to coast. Coast to coast one-way pricing with a non-stop aircraft can range from $26,000 - $35,000 in a Citation X or large cabin Challenger or Gulfstream which can seat up to 14 passengers and include a cabin attendant. East coast flights between New York and Florida range from $9,000 - $14,000 depending on size and type of aircraft, from a smaller Learjet 35 to the larger Gulfstream IV.
One-way pricing allows New Flight Charters’ customers improved flexibility and cost savings over traditional charter pricing. Private jet charter flights continue to gain in popularity and could not be easier or more convenient for passengers. No security checks, arriving early, waiting in line, cramped cabins or lost luggage. Simply drive through the gate at your smaller local airport private terminal and up to your aircraft. Your bags are loaded and your car is stored until you return. Board your jet, sink into your luxury interior and go. Upon arrival to your destination your chauffeured or rental car pulls up to your aircraft as you roll to a stop, and you are on your way. Your crew personally serve you and take care of you the entire trip.
NATCA GIVE ONLINE TIPS TO AVOID AIRPORT DELAYS
5/23/07
The National Air Traffic Controllers Association said nobody knows the intricacies of the air traffic control system better than America's air traffic controllers. Controllers say there's a way to avoid becoming stranded at airports this summer waiting for your flight to depart or arrive. Now that's a tip worth knowing about.
Controllers promise to share "inside" knowledge with air travelers, so they can avoid flight delays. Using online tools, travelers can easily keep track of flight delays. In fact, NATCA said it's easy to find out everything you need to know before booking and boarding your flight. NATCA provides statistics, such as the most delayed departure and arrival airports, worst times to fly at major airports and which flights are most delay-prone.
"Statistics are provided from comparable periods in 2006, which is an apples-to-apples comparison of flight schedules and patterns in the summer and fall months that travelers are about to encounter," NATCA said.
Because of expected airport delays, many travelers have already opted for on-demand private jet chartered general aviation flights, according to numerous private air charter companies.
Flying on a modern private aircraft has its advantages; your luggage doesn't get lost, you won't become stranded inside of an airport terminal and you won't have to endure those long security lines that we all despise. Plus, you can bring a pet on the plane with you.
-News courtesy and copyright CharterX Corp.
ANNOUNCING NEW REGIONAL JET AVAILABLE FOR CHARTER
3/20/07
New Flight Charters, a leading private jet charter company, today announced the addition of a Dornier 328 Regional Jet to its private aircraft charter availability. Now approved for charter service, the Regional Jet joins the company's offerings for large capacity and group private jet travel. The new private Regional Jet is convenient for Southwestern-US group charters and is based near Palm Springs, Calif. It joins the company’s availability for larger group private charters along with aircraft based in California, Florida, the Midwest, and Northeastern US.
"We are extremely pleased to offer the 30-passenger regional jet now in California, which is a terrific option for group private jet travel,” noted Rick Colson, president. “Our clients have ability to privately fly a group for a special event or business meeting. We also expect Las Vegas to be a very popular destination for this 30-passenger private jet, and it will provide a convenient new choice for our private charter clients, whether they are traveling for business or pleasure."
The private Regional Jet offers greater convenience than ever for private groups and VIP charter treatment. Passengers will have their own aircraft on their own schedule and use private executive terminals at each airport. And the group’s ground transportation can meet passengers at the door of the aircraft at most airports. No airline delays, lost baggage, arriving early or security checks; passengers can simply arrive to the private terminal, board the aircraft and depart.
Dornier 328 Jet
The Dornier 328 Jet is a popular newer Regional Jet which began delivery in 1999 and was born from the proven 328 turboprop design. It features the latest in cockpit avionics, a Cabin Attendant and full galley with custom catering available for 30 passengers in commuter style seating. Cruising at over 400 knots and with a range of 900 nautical miles the Dornier 328 Jet is perfect for regional flights of up to 2 hours. The private jet has access to nearly 5,000 airports nationwide, compared to less than 500 served by the airlines, bringing passengers closer to their destination and providing the convenience of smaller easy-access local airports.
WESTWIND JET NOW BASED AT JACKSON HOLE, WY MARCH 11-15
3/10/07
From March 11-15 New Flight Charters announces the charter availablility of the 8-passenger Westwind private jet from Jackson Hole. Positioned ideally for private flights anywhere in the US to or from Jackson Hole or the Wyoming & Idaho regions. The charter Westwind features the largest cabin in it class including seating for 8 passengers, work tables, mini-galley and a private rear lavatory. This aircraft will fly non-stop from Jackson Hole to anywhere in the continental US. Charter clients needing travel to or from Jackson Hole will enjoy the comfort and economy of this luxury long-haul private jet.
The Westwind II business jet has one of the roomiest cabins in its class. With its combination of range, operating efficiency and cabin capacity, the Westwind business jet is a great all-rounder. As a light jet it compares favorably to many midsize cabin aircraft. Its nonstop, coast-to-coast range makes the Westwind the perfect choice for longer range trips. Enjoy jet travel that’s comfortable, economical and quiet – thanks to smooth, fuel-efficient engines that reduce cabin noise to a minimum. The cabin – 15 feet 6 inches long and 4 feet 10 inches wide – is beautifully appointed for complete comfort. The roomy interior seats eight in an aft four-place club arrangement, forward three-place divan and a forward chair. The jet also features plenty of room for baggage– 40 heated cubic feet in the external baggage compartment and a smaller internal compartment for hand luggage. Other cabin features include convenient forward galley and bar for hot and cold beverages. Private aft lavatory with vanity and solid door for maximum privacy, in-flight phone service, rich fabrics and leathers.
CESSNA TO RAMP UP PRODUCTION OF CITATION X
3/8/07
Cessna said yesterday it will increase production of its Citation X by more than 65 percent from 2006 to 2010, to meet “growing demand.” Such demand would reverse a five-year downward trend in which 12 Citation Xs were delivered last year compared to 14 in 2005, 15 in 2004, 18 in 2003, 31 in 2002 and 34 in 2001.
The Citation X is revered as the fastest business jet in the world with a capable cruise speed of Mach .92, coast to coast non-stop service, and is popular as a fractional and charter service aircraft. New Flight Charters uses Citation X aircraft for one-way charters when available, with consistently highly-rated client feedback. The Citation X seats up to 8 passengers comfortably in executive double-club interior, and boasts a 24 ft. long stand-up cabin with mini galley and aft walk-in private lavatory.
ANNOUNCING EXECUTIVE AIRCRAFT NEWLY AVAILABLE FOR CHARTER
3/1/07
New Flight Charters (www.newflightcharters.com), today announced the addition of a Lear 60 and King Air 300 to its availabiliy of private charter aircraft, convenient to Los Angeles and San Diego areas of Southern California. Now available for charter service, the new additions have enhanced the company's offering for executive private jet travel. The new aircraft will be based at the McClellan-Palomar Airport (KCRQ) base in Carlsbad, Calif.
Lear 60
The Lear 60 is a popular mid-sized jet known for its ability to fly at a higher altitude than others in its class, offering passengers a smoother ride. The Lear 60 aircraft accommodates up to seven passengers and has an expanded baggage compartment that could accommodate an entire family's baggage and sports equipment for a winter ski vacation. There is a full galley and private lavatory, and on-board entertainment system with front and aft monitors. The aircraft comes equipped with an enhanced ground proximity warning system (EGPWS) and a traffic collision avoidance system (TCAS). The Lear 60 also has long-range, non-stop route capability of approximately 2,200 miles or six hours, such as a trip from Carlsbad to Washington DC.
King Air 300
The refurbished King Air 300 aircraft features club seating for seven, aft lavatory, and mini-galley for light meal preparation. The aircraft possesses large luggage capacity with a maximum weight of 1,150 lbs. The King Air 300 aircraft comes with a Global Positioning System (GPS) and has a trip capability of 1,300 miles or just more than four hours.
ONE-WAY CHARTERS AVAILABLE SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA TO IDAHO & WYOMING
2/22/07
New Flight Charters announces one-way private jet charter opportunities available in April from anywhere in Southern California to Sun Valley, Idaho and Jackson Hole, Wyoming. Special one-way fares are available in midsize jets such as Hawker 800XP or Learjet 60, light jets such as the Citation II or Learjet 35, and also more economical King Air 200 executive turboprops. Prices range from $6,000-$9,400, and are available April 9-14. Best cost departures will be San Diego, Carlsbad, Orange County and Los Angeles. Also available are Scottsdale, Phoenix and Las Vegas. For inquiries and charter quotes contact New Flight Charters at 1-800-732-1653 or at www.newflightcharters.com
USE OF CORPORATE JETS ON THE RISE
2/15/07
A recent National Business Travel Association (NBTA) survey reports that 23% more companies surveyed will use charter and aircraft ownership as an alternative to commercial air travel in 2007 than survey results indicated in 2006.
NEW 2006 CITATION SOVEREIGN AVAILABLE FOR CHARTER AT WASHINGTON DC
2/15/07
Enjoy every charter flight in this new Citation Sovereign. Based near Washington DC and serving the Mid-Atlantic, this 2006 Sovereign is one of only a few of this in-demand aircraft available for charter in the United States. The spacious, stand-up cabin offers seating for up to 9 passengers while you relax in comfortable leather captain chairs and enjoy first-class entertainment with DVD and CD systems. This Sovereign can take off from 3,600- foot runways, and has impressive charter range and speed capabilities, giving you access to almost any destination.
The Cessna Citation Sovereign is a 9-passenger "super midsize" jet, the second-largest member of the Citation product line. The Sovereign is considered a transcontinental aircraft with a new wing design that increased Mmo speed from Mach 0.78 to 0.80. the spacious cabin features cream-toned leather, double club seating, mini galley, full aft lavatory with sink and vanity, plus an external 100 cubic foot heated baggage compartment.
CITATION I WITH SKI TUBE AVAILABLE AT SCOTTSDALE
2/8/07
Now available at Scottsdale- economical Citation I jet with ski tubes. The perfect access to the slopes of Colorado, Wyoming, Idaho or Utah, the beautiful custom interior Citation I can seat up to 5 passengers comfortably an accommodate baggage including skis, unlike most small and midsize charter jets. The Citation I cruises 375 miles per hour, bringing Aspen, CO to you in 1-1/2 hours. The Citation is also our most economical jet option To or From the Phoenix or greater Arizona area.
GULFSTREAM III ONE-WAY CHARTER, CALIFORNIA - FLORIDA
2/7/07
March 28-31 New Flight Charters features an outstanding One-Way Gulfstream III available for private jet charter. Customers can name their departure; anywhere Southwestern US to the Southeast. No reasonable offer will be refused for this charter opportunity. The Gulfstream III features seating for 13 passengers in a luxury cabin with new custom interior 2005. The jet's interior features a combination of dining/work tables, captain chairs, couches and part of the cabin can convert to sleeping accommodations for four. A Cabin Attendant is included to tend to passengers every whim including inflight custom catering preparation and service. For inquiries and a one-way quote contact New Flight Charters at 1-800-732-1653 or at www.newflightcharters.com
WESTWIND CHARTER JET AVAILABLE AT JACKSON HOLE, WY FEBRUARY 12-18
2/5/07
Seldom is a jet available for charter based out of Jackson Hole, but from February 12-18 the long-range Westwind will be available. The charter Westwind features the largest cabin in it class including seating for 8 passengers, work tables, mini-galley and a private rear lavatory. This aircraft will fly non-stop from Jackson Hole to anywhere in the continental US. Charter clients needing travel to or from Jackson Hole will enjoy the comfort and economy of this luxry long-haul private jet.
NEW FLIGHT CHARTERS SUBMITS RECORD CHARTER SALES INCREASE FOR 2006, INCREASES STAFF
1/31/07
New Flight Charters experiences record jet charter sales for 2006 for the third consecutive year. The company also reports continued growth in repeat clientel and customer satisfaction. The company serves a variety of world-wide business executives, entertainers, dignitaries and private clients with on-demand private charter quotes on a pay-as-you-go best-aircraft/best-price basis. "Our premier service and value is paying off, and our clients appreciate a choice of aircraft that we provide for each trip and no up front committments," said Rick Colson, New Flight Charters' President. "The power and choice is with our customer in aircraft selection and pricing. We present proven, quality FAA aircraft available and appropriate for their itinerary. Our clients deserve to have a choice of specific aircraft and pricing for their trip."
Due in part to company growth and increased charter demand for New Flight Charters, the company has added Operations and Logistics veteran Nanette Poorman to it's Management Team. A 25-year veteran in Operations, Customer Service and Logistics, Nanette brings a career of experience to New Flight Charters to help fuel continued private jet charter operations growth and market share increase for the company.
Founded in 2003, New Flight Charters utilizes quality FAA charter aircraft and carriers nationwide, with charter offices in Los Angeles, San Diego and Jackson Hole Wyoming.
