An FBO is a fixed-base operator. FBOs are airport service centers that offer several services to fliers and operators including aircraft maintenance, lounge facilities, cabin supplies, and hangars for aircraft before and after flight. FBOs are colloquially known as the … Continue reading FBO/Executive Terminal
In aviation, the ceiling refers to the lowest layer of clouds present and the visibility available based on weather conditions, such as having fog present. Continue reading Ceiling
The balanced field length is the distance required for an aircraft to safely take off, or stop, based on the takeoff weight of the aircraft and conditions of the runway Continue reading Balanced Field Length
The aft cargo hold is found onboard the aircraft and is located at the back of the aircraft. It is not accessible during flight. Continue reading Flying Private Aft Cargo Hold
Turboprops are smaller aircraft that use a jet engine that is powered by a turbine driven propeller. Turboprops come in a range of sizes and some examples include the Piper M500, the Cessna 208 Caravan, and the Piaggio Avanti. Continue reading Turboprop
Segment fees are charges required for every passenger per occupied leg of a flight Continue reading Segment Fees
Recovery is the process that occurs when an aircraft experiences an unexpected maintenance event and a new aircraft is procured for your trip. Continue reading Recovery
Unlike memberships and jet cards, the pricing on is shown in real-time. Real-time pricing allows us to deliver the lowest cost for a given flight based on route, plane positioning, and availability. Continue reading Real-Time Pricing
Positioning refers to the location of an aircraft, after it leaves its originating airport. Repositioning is when an aircraft must leave its current location to be made available to passengers departing from a different location. Continue reading Positioning/Repositioning
Midsize jets can carry small groups of people further distances than a light jet. Depending on size, the maximum takeoff weight for a midsize jet is between 20,001-30,000 lbs. Examples of midsize jets include the Cessna Citation Excel, the Hawker … Continue reading Midsize Jet
