FAQs about Private Jet Charter
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There’s a lot more flexibility in what or who you can bring with you on a private jet charter than when you fly commercially. Because you pay for the aircraft instead of by the seat, you can absolutely use one of those seats for a pet. There may be some rules regarding how your pet can fly, however. Smaller pets may need to be in a pet carrier while larger ones may need to have a harness. Check with your private jet broker before your flight so you know exactly what you’ll need to keep your pet safe in-flight.
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The services on-board a private jet charter depend entirely on you and your choices. The catering menu can be adjusted to suit your preferences. Your flight plan itself can even be changed as late as during the flight. Your entertainment options can also be customized. If you have specific requests, you can make them ahead of time and the crew will do their best to accommodate you.
There’s a lot more flexibility in what or who you can bring with you on a private jet charter than when you fly commercially. Because you pay for the aircraft instead of by the seat, you can absolutely use one of those seats for a pet. There may be some rules regarding how your pet can fly, however. Smaller pets may need to be in a pet carrier while larger ones may need to have a harness. Check with your private jet broker before your flight so you know exactly what you’ll need to keep your pet safe in-flight.
It is possible to fly internationally with a pet on a private jet charter. You may have to bring your pet’s documents with you, however. Some countries have mandatory quarantines for all pets entering the country. Others may ban certain types of animals from entering the country.
It’s generally possible for unaccompanied minors to fly on a chartered private jet. However, depending on the operator, there are age limits. Some allow only as young as 12 or 13, while others may allow children as young as 7 to fly unaccompanied. Depending on the operator, a crew member may be required to accompany the minor to and from the aircraft. A flight attendant may also be required to remain in the cabin with the minor. These duties could accrue additional fees.
Typically, for any unaccompanied minor under the age of 16, a Chain of Custody form is required to be filled out by the minor’s legal guardian. The person listed on that form will then have to present ID when picking up the minor.
No matter how fuel-efficient an aircraft is, every one still emits some amount of CO2 into the atmosphere during flight. In order to offset this, many private jet operators and brokers offer carbon-neutral flights as part of a carbon-offset program. These programs involve private jet clients purchasing carbon credits, which are then used to benefit the environment in some way, such as by planting trees.
Unlike on a commercial flight, where you’re given a choice between only a few options, the menu onboard a private jet can be customized to your own preferences. Before your flight, the catering team will contact you to discuss menu options. They’ll ask about your favorite foods and even your favorite restaurants for inspiration. If you have any dietary preferences or restrictions, they’ll take them into account. Then, the catering team will create a special menu for your flight.
Standard entertainment options onboard a private jet charter include WiFi, movies, and music. You can use either headphones or the aircraft’s surround sound system. If you have any specific entertainment requests for during your flight, you can speak to the concierge ahead of time.
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