In the late spring, a 7X experienced unexpected loss of control during a routine landing.  The crew did an amazing job regaining control of the aircraft; however, the issue was declared to dangerous and the Falcon 7X was grounded until further investigation.

The problem turned out to be a production defect in one of the electronic components – the Horizontal Stabilizer Electronic Control Unit.  As of June 16th, Dassault issued a modification and procedural protocol to resolve the issue.  All Falcon 7X models with the Horizontal Stabilizer Electronic Control Unit which have been switched out for the modified unit are considered airworthy and have or will resume flights soon!

Occurances such as this make you think twice about always wanting the latest/greatest.  I had the first revised version on the BMW 745 when they came out with the new gorgeous body style and the iDrive control that nobody could seem to figure out back then.  The 2002 model (like mine) was the first production year and it certainly had some bugs to iron out.  I used to tell BMW that their was a ghost in my iDrive because it would do some really bizarre things.  The same goes for anything new; especially something with a lot of electronics.  It seems like the more amazing the electronics are – the more amazing the the chance for some bugs to need to be worked out!  I, personally, learned my lesson about needing the latest/greatest with a machine that stays on the ground… NOT SURE I WANT TO BE IN THE AIR WHEN WE DISCOVER A BUG!

7X Emergency Airworthiness Directive

What in the world is going on here?  I just saw a news report of a 95 year old, CANCER-STRICKEN, woman with tubes in her nose being forced to remove her adult diaper for TSA to pat her down?  She was traveling to Michigan to spend her last days with her family and this is  how she is treated… REALLY???  If that were my mother I would have been arrested for screaming at the top of my lungs; you know TSA will have you arrested for just about anything these days!

One of our employees flew commercial the other day and was unaware that even your first piece of checked luggage costs you $25.  Then the airline broke her bag.  She didn’t want to cause a stink, as the bag wasn’t brand new or anything but then when she was returning (departing from one of the smallest commercial airports in North America) she was told that she was too late to check her bag they broke.  The agent explained to her that she would’ve had to arrived 60 minutes prior to departure and it was currently 57 minutes prior to departure… YES SHE WAS 3 MINUTES LATE!  Again, this is an airport that has 1 flight out each day and we know very well that they could have checked her bag.  Again, she opted to not cause a stink.  She had to carry her bag around a larger airport where she changed aircraft but she still didn’t complain.  I think she should have – first you charge for the bag, then you break it and then refuse to check it because she is 3 minutes late and then she has to carry it around a huge international airport (when they broke the bag it stopped rolling) and then she can’t find an agent to make a claim on her bag so when she cannot lug it around looking for an agent any longer she finally resigns that she will have to fix her own bag!

OH! BUT LET ME GUESS – THE COMMERCIAL CARRIERS ARE RAISING THEIR PRICES AGAIN???

DID ANYONE HEAR ABOUT THE GAZILLIONS OF DOLLARS THE COMMERCIAL CARRIER MADE FROM CHARGING FOR BAGS LAST YEAR – YES! IT WAS IN THE BILLIONS!

WAIT!  SPIRIT AIRLINES IS GOING TO START CHARGING YOU TO PRINT YOUR BOARDING PASS FOR YOU –  YOU’D BETTER PRINT IT AT HOME.  I BELIEVE IT IS ALSO SPIRIT WHO CHARGES FOR CARRY-ON BAGS TOO!  UM – WE ARE TRAVELING FAR ENOUGH TO HAVE TO FLY INSTEAD OF DRIVE AND YOU DON’T THINK WE ARE GOING TO HAVE A BAG OR TWO?  IF WE DON’T TAKE A SHOWER OR CHANGE OUR CLOTHES THE WHOLE TIME WE ARE ON VACATION BECAUSE WE DIDN’T WANT TO DEAL WITH ALL YOUR RETARDED FEES THEN I SUPPOSE YOU WILL DENY US BOARDING YOUR AIRCRAFT TOO?

Forget the drama – inquire about charter flights!

Exquisite Air Charter is proud to present our latest one-ways located at Charter Flight One-Ways

If you do not see a one-way you are looking for please call an Exquisite Air Charter representative at (888) 322-5387 or EMAIL US.

Exquisite Air Charter attempts to update our one-ways as often as possible; however, new availability can occur by the minute so we strongly suggest you allow one of our charter representatives to assist you.  Our charter department is trained to help you determine the most appropriate aircraft based on your city pairs, aircraft performance, number of passengers traveling and additional details.  We look forward to serving you!

Are aircraft charter flights cheaper than commercial flights?

No.  Aircraft charter flights offer the entire aircraft; not just a seat on board a plane.  You make the schedule, not follow the airlines’ schedules.  If you are looking for just a seat – visit Private Jet Connections to learn more about interacting with others who are also looking to share a private jet.

What are the benefits of utilizing the service of an aircraft charter flights broker?

We have industry expertise, experience and resources to scour the entire market place to ensure you the safest, most cost-effective aircraft for each of your individual itineraries.  Our professionals are trained to handle any and all details and exhaust every safety measure associated with your aircraft charter flight.

What types of individuals or groups should consider a private aircraft charter flight?

Corporations or individuals who want to improve productivity, have the ability to conduct confidential meetings without losing precious time while in the air, make private calls and have access to internet, faxes and phones while flying.  Corporations or individuals who need to access an airport that commercial carriers don’t service and corporations or individuals who want to follow their schedule – not sit in commercial terminals waiting for a flight.  Did you know aircraft charter flights save an average of four hours travel time and eight hours of productivity time on each trip?  Only aircraft charter flights will allow a person to visit more than one location in a single business day and still make it home in time for dinner.

How do I know what type of aircraft I need for my trip?

With over 1,700 different charter aircraft available to sue from our data bases – the choices are many!  Your personal flight representative will assist you in determining this based on the number of passengers you will have, the distance of your flight, aircraft performance, runway data at the locations you will be departing from and arriving to.  Our professionals have the knowledge to assist you!

What is Exquisite Air Charter’s commitment to safety?

At Exquisite Air Charter, our primary focus is safety and security.  Visit our aircraft charter safety page for more detailed information.

How many airports does Exquisite Air Charter fly to and from?

Exquisite Air Charter can access over 5,000 airports in the U.S. alone.  Commercial airlines only service 550 airports.

How do I make reservations and how much lead-time is required?

Call Exquisite Air Charter, toll-free, at (888) EAC-JETS or EMAIL US with as little as 4 hours notice we can have you in the air.  For large transport charter flights (seating more than 35 passengers), we suggest a few days notice.

Can I access different sizes and types of aircraft?

One of the advantages of Exquisite Air Charter is the flexibility to choose your aircraft type based on each and every individual itinerary.

Are quotations free of charge?

Absolutely!  All quotations are always complimentary and we look forward to preparing one for you.

Here is a partial list of currently available one-ways.  We have a ton more; certainly too many to post here.  Please contact Exquisite Air Charter for your aircraft charter itinerary.

It happened again – a near disastrous event on-board a commercial flight – Northwest flight 253 on Christmas Day.  Not only is it tremendously scary to fly with so many other passengers that you know absolutely nothing about but, on top of the safety issues, it is becoming more and more inconvenient.  Private aviation critics have argued that the expense of flying by private jet is without warrant but Exquisite Air Charter begs to differ, as we know that a safe return to your family has no price tag.  Furthermore, we offer many options to make private jet charter very affordable!

Private Jet Connections

One of the ways we are helping our clients make private jet charter affordable is through our new forum website Private Jet Connections.  There you can connect with other private charter customers and perhaps even share a plane.  Visit our brand new forum site at http://www.privatejetconnections.com

How Much Does It Cost?

Not sure what it costs to charter ?  We offer an INSTANT on-line quoting system for your convenience.  Pricing and aircraft options are provided right on our website.  If you are interested in one or more of the options provided simply submit your request and we will follow up with a quote.  Once you confirm the trip, you will work with your own personal, Exquisite Air Charter, concierge to make sure that you have the convenient, hassle-free travel experience you deserve – complete with every amenity imaginable and WITHOUT the TSA hassles at commercial airports.  Get your free quote today at http://www.exquisiteaircharter.com – the quoting tool appears in the left hand column on every page.  You don’t have to provide any personal information to recieve instant pricing and aircraft options.

New and Inconvenient Commercial Flight Rules

After the Christmas Day scare the commercial airlines, commercial airport terminals and the TSA wasted no time in imposing new rules, procedures and protocols.  Almost all of them are guaranteed to make your next trip to a commercial airport and your next commercial flight experience even worse than you’ve already experienced but did you know that most technology being used at commercial airport security screening checkpoints is not able to recognize PETN or other chemical explosives.  What’s even worse is after Richard Reid’s incident with the attempted shoe bombing, we were all then required to take off our shoes and put them on the conveyor belt. Sounds good, except we’ve already concluded that most of those machines can’t recognize chemical explosives.

Here’s a little more information:

For all U.S.-bound aircraft originating in a foreign country (this also includes Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands):

• Passengers will not be able to leave their seat approximately one hour prior to landing (this includes trips to the restroom).
• There will be no PA announcements regarding the position of the aircraft or landing announcements.
• You will be allowed only one carry-on item and you cannot access it during the one-hour period prior to landing. This also includes magazines, newspapers, books and personal electronic devices.
• All pillows and blankets will be collected one hour prior to landing. Flight crews are being told to stow the blankets and pillows in the galleys and not in the overhead compartments.
• All on board in-flight entertainment systems will be disabled (these are the systems that usually show the electronic map on the screens and the aircraft position).

Proving Private Jet Charter to be cost efficient:

Accessing communities with little or no airline service.
Business aviation serves ten times the number of communities (more than 5,000 airports) served by commercial airlines (about 500 airports) This means business aviation can allow companies to locate plants or facilities in small towns or rural communities with little or no commercial airline service. Since nearly 100 communities have lost airline service in the past year, this is important.

Reaching multiple destinations quickly and efficiently.
Companies that need to reach multiple destinations in a single day may elect to use business aviation, because that type of mission could be hard or impossible to complete with other modes of transportation.

Supporting the travel needs of many types of company employees.
An NBAA survey revealed that 72% of passengers aboard business airplanes are non-executive employees. Companies often send teams of employees to a given destination because it is the most cost-effective means of transport.

Moving equipment.
When companies need to immediately move sensitive or critical equipment, business aviation is often the best solution.

Ensuring flexibility.
Business people don’t always know in advance where or when opportunities will present themselves.  In today’s business environment, companies need to be nimble enough to move quickly.  Business aviation provides flexibility for companies that need to ensure employees can respond to changing demands and circumstances.

Increasing employee productivity and providing security.
Business aviation is a productivity tool – when traveling aboard business aircraft, employees can meet, plan and work en route. Business aviation also allows employees to discuss proprietary information in a secure environment and without fear of eavesdropping, industrial espionage or physical threat.

Keeping in contact.
Many aircraft have technologies that allow employees to remain in communication throughout the duration of their flight. This can be critical for companies managing a rapidly changing situation.

Providing a return to shareholders.
Studies have found that businesses which use business aviation as a solution to some of their transportation challenges return more to shareholders than companies in the same industry that do not utilize business aviation.

Schedule Predictability.
Over 3 percent of all commercial airline flights are cancelled.  Nearly one quarter are delayed. Today, because of record load factors on commercial airlines, if your flight is cancelled or a delay causes you to miss your connection, the odds of you getting on the next flight are significantly reduced. When the future of a company and its employees is dependent upon you arriving on time, business aviation is an important tool.

I think we’ve all been slightly overwhelmed with all the holiday activities; myself included.  I’ve, once again, slacked a little on by blog writing.  I have been working extremely diligently on my marketing efforts after speaking with one of my favorite clients.  He handles all of the private jet charter for a top-notch NBA team. About a year ago this gentleman put together a list of preferred vendors.  I was flattered to be on his short list of only seven from around the world.  That list was put together in August of 2008.  Here it is – December of 2009 and he shared with me that only three of the seven preferred vendors on his list for aircraft charter still exist.  That news was both heart wrenching and exciting.  It is impossible for any decent human being to not feel for the many companies in my industry who have both suffered a loss and who have suffered the ultimate loss (losing their business) but yet there is still that selfish side who hopes that as the economy continues to be repaired that, with less competition, it will allow Exquisite Air Charter to continue to grow.

Exquisite Air Charter has experienced a record year while so many others have failed.  It is difficult to come up with an answer when I ask myself why?  I think that a low overhead and not living above our means has been a blessing.  I also think that it is a blessing from God, as Exquisite Air Charter was truly founded on the highest principles.  After working in private jet charter industry for so long, there were so many disappointing practices that I saw and had no control over.  I wanted Exquisite Air Charter to be different… AND IT IS!  I didn’t want to  steal other people’s clients; I didn’t want to compromise our client’s safety just to get the trip.  I’ve had many of clients come back to me and tell me that another company was offering a lower price and when that happens and the client is willing to disclose to me some information about the aircraft and/or company operating the aircraft, it is almost always certain that the company with the CHEAPER price also has a CHEAPER reputation – usually accidents or incidents and/or the crew has very low hours of experience flying.  The client is more than welcome to take that CHEAPER flight but Exquisite Air Charter will most certainly pass up the business instead of having our clients’ safety (or lack thereof) on our conscience.  We want to change the way people fly – only on the most airworthy aircraft which are crewed by the most experienced crew members and we want to create an organization of lasting value.  So far, we couldn’t be on a better path.

Private jet usage seems to be getting a bad reputation with all of the auto bailout news.  Exquisite Air Charter is a private jet charter agent and has a significant amount of bias on the subject; however, the benefits of utilizing these luxury private planes is obvious.  There is no denying that flying by private jet to the bailout hearings is simply ridiculous; especially considering the hearings were held in Washington D.C. and there are plenty of commercial flights in and out of such a large airport on a daily basis but when on an extremely tight schedule, and/or needing to get to a more rural area, private jet charter is the most cost effective (especially considering that time is money) option.

The ability to travel from meeting to meeting efficiently and with a tight schedule, while holding high-level meetings en-route, and minimizing lost productivity while away from the office is precisely why large corporations utilize private jets; why President Obama utilizes his own private jet – Air Force One.  As taxpayers, who foot the cost for Air Force One, we know that it provides speed, security and safety, to the most important American during a time in our lives when our economy requires President Obama to be on the move.   While the media seems to enjoy proclaiming private jet usage as the ultimate in wasteful spending, it is often more cost effective to charter a private jet than to fly commercially.  When all factors are taken into account – lost productivity, lodging, meals, etc… – the private jet becomes a true business tool. Unfortunately, the media isn’t interested in that, the close detailed comparison would take too long to report about… it is much easier to join the efforts of bad-mouthing such a valuable industry.

The economic impact that private aviation has on the US economy is an important consideration as well. Billions of dollars of lost revenue, taxes and jobs would damage the economy more than it is already damaged if we don’t stop this nonsense that the media is putting into our heads.  A more careful approach is needed in determining the correct usage of private jets, but I also maintain that stopping use of private aviation altogether will ultimately hinder the recovery process of our economy.

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A Private Jet Charter? Are you serious?

Private charter jets often offer amenities that are not found on public airlines. Although it may sound expensive to charter a private jet, there are many benefits that outweigh the cost. Commercial airlines cannot compare to the benefits of private charter jets, especially if you fly frequently.

Often, after only one private charter flight, passengers are hooked. They decide that private jets are now their preferred mode of transportation. You can locate a private charter jet through a qualified charter broker – such as Exquisite Air Charter.

Since the price of private charter jets has become more affordable, they have also become more popular. Whether you are booking a private charter jet for business associates, friends or family, there is no better way to commemorate a special occasion.

Generally, commercial airlines have a set number of routes with only one or two connecting cities or countries. Private charter jets have greater flexibility in their routes. If done correctly, private charter jets have the ability to offer less expensive tickets because they operate differently than commercial airlines. Since, when chartering private jets, the entire airplane is booked from the airlines, they are able to offer a discount.

Private charter jets are great for group travel or even for those who want a more private flying encounter. At times, travel firms will incorporate overnight stays at some of the most luxurious hotels. They may also include programs for touring and sightseeing.

Private charter jets are generally more reliable than other ways of getting inexpensive tickets. Often, the closer to the flying date it gets, the cheaper it becomes to book. In order to make their money, the private charter company wants to sell as many tickets as possible. They offer you the ability to fly when and where you want to. All the while, giving you the security and privacy not found on commercial airlines.

Leisure destinations by Private Jet Top 10:

1. Aspen, CO: The perennial ski favorite – There is no better way to experience it than flying direct into Aspen.

2. Jackson Hole, WY: Skiing and winter recreation in this “last of the old west” favorite is more popular than ever. Recent additions of several upscale resorts such as the Four Seasons add to the allure. The Jackson Hole airport is seeing a constant increase in winter traffic.

3. Las Vegas, NV: Las Vegas remains a popular winter warm-weather destination playground, and increasing numbers are learning that nothing is more “Las Vegas” than arriving at the playground in your chartered private jet.

4. Cabo San Lucas, Mexico: Direct private flights to “Cabo” make this Mexican beach resort town very accessible and convenient. Customs is a breeze when the agent boards your private plane to only verify your passport.

5. Eagle/Vail, CO: Another Rocky Mountain ski mecca; excellent snowfall and the ability to fly direct to Eagle combine to earn Eagle the middle spot in the Top Ten.

6. Sun Valley, ID: The town of Ketchum, Idaho and Sun Valley ski area are a popular getaway and a break from the Colorado ski crowds. The convenience of private jet travel puts Sun Valley only a two-hour flight from almost half the US.

7. Cancun, Mexico: Tropical sun and beaches combined with the flavorful Mexican culture make for an ideal break from the Northern winter. The escape is only a 3-hour private jet ride from Chicago.

8. Caribbean Islands: These islands include Anguilla, Antigua, St. Kitts, St. Martin, St. Barts and many more.  It seems that EVERYONE likes to take a private jet getaway to the islands… and, of course, why wouldn’t they?

9. Miami, FL: Florida is the most popular winter destination for leisure private charters from New York and the Northeast. Miami edged West Palm Beach for Florida destinations, and ranks overall in the Top Ten.

10. Salt Lake City, UT: The legendary Utah ski resorts are less than an hour car ride from the airport’s private jet ramp. As the gateway to Utah skiing and a popular destination from the West Coast, the excellent snow season helped Salt Lake City rank 10th overall for winter private jet destinations.