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Business Jet Traveler Book of Lists

Business Jet Traveler magazine just published its first-ever Book of Lists. We at New Flight Charters would like to pass on a few highlights:

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10 First-Rate Business Aircraft, according to Industry Insider editor Matt Thurber

1. Mitsubishi MU-2

Speedy and efficient, but make sure your pilot is well trained, and often.

2. Sabreliner

The pioneering bizjet and still going strong after decades of reliable service.

3. Learjet 25

Sure, the GE CJ610 engines are noisy and use lots of fuel, but dang does a Lear 25 climb like a homesick angel!

4. Gulfstream II

Progenitor of the big-cabin Gulfstreams, the latest being the bigger and ultra-long-range G650.

5. Dassault Falcon jets

Does beauty in the form of sleekly shaped aluminum matter? Dassault would say, “absolutement!”

6. Pilatus PC-12

The ideal business hauler, a twin-turboprop cabin with single-engine efficiency and bladder-busting range

7. Cessna Citation X

Why not go fast? Isn’t that why you bought a jet?

8. Hawker 4000

The ideal combination of passenger comfort and pilot pleasure.

9. Embraer Phenom 100

Quiet, strong, quick – what a light jet should be.

10. Eclipse 500

Under new owners, finally becoming the personal jet that launched the very light jet revolution.

Thurber, a senior editor at Aviation International News, is a certified commercial pilot, flight instructor and aircraft mechanic.

10 Best Places in the U.S. to Live the Sporting Life according to Outdoor Adventures editor Thomas R. Pero

1. Anchorage, Alaska

2. Aspen, Colo.

3. Bozeman, Mont.

4. Hilton Head, S.C.

5. Jackson Hole, Wyo.

6. Key West, Fla.

7. Kona, Hi.

8. Martha’s Vineyard, Mass.

9. Steamboat Springs, Colo.

10. Sun Valley, Idaho

Pero, who writes BJT’s Outdoor Adventures column, owns Seattle-based Wild River Press. He spent 16 years as editor of Trout magazine and founded Wild Steelhead & Salmon and Fish & Fly magazines.

4 of the Least-Expensive Business Jets

1. Diamond D-Jet

$1.89 million

2. Eclipse 500

$2.15 million

3. PiperJet

$2.38 million

4. Embraer Phenom 100

$3.91 million

Source: Conklin & de Decker

5 of the Fastest Business Jets

1. Cessna Citation X

525 kt

2. Gulfstream G650

516 kt

3. Bombardier Global 5000

511 kt

4. Bombardier Global Express XRS

511 kt

5. Bombardier Global Express

505 kt

Speeds are maximum cruise. Source: Conklin & de Decker

New Flight Charters Reports 34% Growth in 2011

January 18, 2012

Continues Unprecedented Private Jet Charter Growth, Adds Personnel

JACKSON HOLE, Wyo. – New Flight Charters, a nationwide leader in private air charters, today announced that it achieved 34% year-over-year sales growth in charters arranged for 2011, including a 27.2% growth in the number of New Flight Charters domestic U.S. flights, once again exceeding the overall private aviation industry growth of just 5% in 2011 according to data from the FAA.

New Flight Charters continues its solid growth trend and its gains in U.S. market-share. Unprecedented in the industry, New Flight Charters has been named three consecutive years thus far to the Inc. 500 list of fastest growing private U.S. companies, which includes company performance data back to 2005.

“With any organization it ultimately comes down to the people,” said New Flight Charters president Rick Colson, “With great people as a foundation, you can produce a great product or a great service. I am convinced we have one of the great teams in charter services, and our continued numbers and performance confirm this.”

In 2011 New Flight Charters became the most recommended U.S. charter service, in the world’s largest marketplace for air charter professionals, CharterX/Avinode.

New Flight Charters reports an increase in repeat clientele as well as first time charter fliers, and added full-time personnel in 2011 in support of the charter increases. Last month New Flight Charters issued a detailed report on the most popular charter aircraft chosen in 2011.

Light Jets were by far the most popular size chartered in 2011, and were almost half (44.6%) of all charters. Midsize Jets accounted for 21.1% of charters during 2011. Turboprops were the third most popular category, at 20.1% of all charters. A full detail report on the most popular private jet charter aircraft chartered in 2011 by size, type and model is posted at www.newflightcharters.com.

About New Flight Charters

Continuing as the fastest growing jet charter service since 2005, New Flight Charters is an award-winning private jet charter leader nationwide excelling primarily as a premier charter service brokerage. The company arranges top-rated aircraft and guaranteed best pricing in the market for each and every charter flight with arguably the largest nationwide aircraft and operator selections.

For the latest updates, information or charter quotes, call (800) 732-1653, or visit www.newflightcharters.com.

New Flight Charters Reports Most Popular Private Jets & Aircraft for 2011

January 18, 2012

Light and Midsize Private Jets Strong Compared To Large Cabin Jet Charters

JACKSON HOLE, Wyo. – In a year that saw worldwide private jet charter demand make modest but fluctuating gains, U.S.-based leader New Flight Charters reports the most popular aircraft chosen for charter flights in 2011 along with its strong increase in charter flight business.

Data is from the company’s 2011 North America charter activity, including 1,105 separate flights with 587 charters, which showed notable increases of 27.2% and 16.9% respectively over prior year results.

Light Jets were by far the most popular size chartered, and were almost half (44.6%) of all charters in 2011. In listing the top five most popular light jets, tied for first were the Citation V/Ultra (19.1% of light jets) and the Beechjet 400/Hawker 400XP (19.1%), followed by the Learjet 35 (14.5%), Citation II (11.1%) and Westwind I/II (9.2%).

Midsize Jets accounted for 21.1% of charters during 2011. The top five most popular midsize jets were the Hawker 800A at 20.2% followed by the Hawker 800XP (18.5%), Learjet 60 (16.1%), Learjet 55 (15.3%) and the Citation Excel (5.5%). As a make overall, Hawker models combined were chosen for almost half (46.8%) of midsize jet charters.

Turboprops were the next most popular category, at 20.1% of all charters. The Beechcraft King Air, by far the most popular type chosen, accounted for 72.0% of turboprop charters. The Pilatus PC-12 was second at 12.7%.

Rounding out the remaining aircraft chosen for charters in 2011 were luxury Large Cabin Jets at a comparably small 5.8%, Piston aircraft at 5.3%, and Super-Midsize jets at 3.1%.

More details, analysis and an in-depth article are posted at www.newflightcharters.com.

About New Flight Charters

The fastest-growing U.S. jet charter service since 2005, New Flight Charters is an award-winning private jet charter leader nationwide. The company arranges top-rated aircraft and guaranteed best pricing in the market for each and every charter flight with arguably the largest nationwide aircraft and operator selections. Considered one of the top charter teams in the industry, the company is the most recommended charter service in the U.S., from the world’s largest charter marketplace for air charter professionals, CharterX/Avinode.

For the latest updates, information or charter quotes, call (800) 732-1653, or visit www.newflightcharters.com.

New Flight Charters Announces Exclusive 30% Off The White Buffalo Club in Jackson Hole, Wyoming

Leading Private Jet Charter Service and Jackson’s newest luxury hotel team up for the best exclusive value to Jackson Hole.


JACKSON HOLE, Wyo. – Private jet charter leader nationwide, New Flight Charters, announces exclusive 30%-off rates at Jackson Hole’s newest luxury hotel, The White Buffalo Club.

The unique 30% off applies to all guestrooms and suites without restriction through 2012 for those flying with New Flight Charters. The White Buffalo Club, only three blocks from the Jackson town square, provides a private restaurant, fitness club, and spa to its members and hotel guests. Nowhere in Jackson will be found superior lodging accommodations, dining or relaxation. The hotel was completed in 2008 and has the most unique floor plans of any hotel in Jackson.

New Flight Charters, with the largest availability of top-rated operator fleets and independent private jets nationwide, arranges executive turboprops through Gulfstream jets at the Guaranteed Best Price in the market for each and every flight itinerary. Flyers may take advantage of private jet empty legs or other charter specials in conjunction with The White Buffalo Club exclusive rates, creating the most cost-effective luxury experience to Jackson Hole.

Called “The best new luxury hotel in Jackson Hole” by the Wyoming Range, The White Buffalo Club is a true boutique property with just 17 luxuriously appointed guestrooms ranging from Single King to 3-Bedroom Suites. Guests are welcomed into the Private Club atmosphere and are provided with full membership to the Club during their stay. This includes access to the prime steakhouse - Cellar’s, and the invigorating 24-hour fitness center with professional massage therapists and personal trainers. The sense of community felt with Membership to The White Buffalo Club during the stay is completely unique in Jackson Hole.

Headquartered in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, New Flight Charters arranges private aircraft charters worldwide and has been recognized as the fastest growing private jet company in the U.S. since 2005. New Flight Charters is the most recommended jet charter company in the world’s largest marketplace for air charter professionals – CharterX/Avinode. The company features its Best Price Guarantee for every flight and one of the top charter management teams in the U.S. Complete information and private jet charter quotes are available at (800) 732-1653 or online at www.newflightcharters.com.

 

 

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New Flight Charters Named in News Article on Private Jet Service

New Flight Charters and Charter Manager Nanette Poorman are noted in newspaper article highlighting one of our private jet operators:

November 28 2011 12:34

Minneapolis StarTribune

Article by: David Phelps

Charter Firm Gains Altitude

Red Wing Regional Airport is a sleepy collection of aircraft hangars on the Wisconsin side of the Mississippi River, three miles from the Goodhue County seat.

But inside the largest of those hangars is the headquarters for Red Wing Aeroplane Co., a growing airline charter service that counts captains of industry, Hollywood celebrities, sports stars and country western artists among its clientele.

It has gone from one to five eight-seat Cessna Citation jets since 2005 with plans for up to 15 more planes in the next three to five years, an expansion that would allow it to list Hawaii and far-flung Western Hemisphere locales as destination points.

In a flat industry, Red Wing Aeroplane is slowly building market share.

"Our service is the new first class for the airline industry. You can have anything you want but there's a cost involved and there's no free ride," said Wes Converse, who co-founded the original aircraft maintenance company of the same name with his dad, Bob, in 1990. "We're safe, reliable and on time."

These are not the strongest times for charter services and business aviation in general. When the economy tanks, so does business travel.

From the start of the Great Recession in 2008 until it officially ended in 2010, flight hours in the business travel industry were down 35 to 40 percent, said Dan Hubbard, senior vice president of the National Business Aviation Association. While business has improved, Hubbard said it's still 10 to 15 percent below the peak in 2007.

But Red Wing Aeroplane has developed a niche that is somewhat immune from the economy. That involves passengers who have the wherewithall to use a charter service and avoid the current-day hassles of commercial travel.

"This is a service industry and you have to set yourself apart from your competition," Converse said. "Passengers at the airport are miserable. They have to go through a security line and everyone accepts that and you'll probably be late. In our business it's always assumed you'll be on time, the aircraft will be clean and the crew hospitable."

In the charter business, operators get much of their traffic through brokers. A client calls a broker and says "I want to go from point A to point B" on a certain date. The broker posts that assignment on an electronic bulletin board and charter carriers bid on the trip. Sometimes the trips are planned in advance; sometimes they are last-minute.

One of the jet charter brokers that frequently uses Red Wing Aeroplane is New Flight Charters based in Jackson Hole, Wyo.

"We've been using them for at least six years," said New Flight's Nanette Poorman. "They're always available [to make a quote]. It's the smartest thing they do."

Converse said the Red Wing Aeroplane operations office is staffed from 7 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. seven days a week and that someone is always available to take calls after those hours.

Poorman said Red Wing Aeroplane's flight crews are generally experienced, with specialized training in mountain flying [think high-end ski resorts], inclement weather and short runways.

Converse is diligent about not identifying clients. But a Web page for New Flight Charters gives an idea of the types of people who fly charter. Among endorsements from dozens of satisfied New Flight customers is the office of former President Bill Clinton, the travel coordinator for former Mexican President Vicente Fox, an assistant to Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York, and comedian Kathy Griffin.

"We fly all kinds of people," Converse said. "We fly corporate executives, sports figures, celebrities, average people. Of the Who's Who, we've flown most of them."

Charter flights take Red Wing aircraft to both coasts, up and down the eastern seaboard, into the Caribbean and into South America and Canada.

Converse said Red Wing Aeroplane is "a floating fleet" that comes back to the headquarters hangar only for maintenance. "The whole idea is to not fly an airplane empty," he said.

Converse said Red Wing will cater to the needs or whims of its passengers. He said one regular traveler needs bottled Evian water on each trip, along with a New York Times. A country-and-western singer and his manager ordered $2,000 work of liquor for a flight from Washington, D.C., to Nashville.

"Whatever they want, they'll get it, but they'll have to pay for it," Converse said.

According to aircharterguide .com, the hourly price for Red Wing's aircraft ranges from $2,000 to nearly $2,600. {blog editor's note; New Flight Charters presents jet charter directory listings along with jet charter prices }

Converse said a trip from Minneapolis to Miami would cost about $12,000. "That's more than a commercial ticket, but that's not my clientele," he said.

Converse and his 81-year-old dad, both of whom live in the Red Wing area, have more than 80 combined years in aviation.

Bob Converse was an Air Force flight mechanic who served in the Korean War and later spent 30 years as a mechanic for Braniff, Western and Delta Air Lines. Wes Converse also is an Air Force veteran and flew for Comair, a Delta regional carrier, and Evergreen International, a freight carrier.

In 1990, they created Red Wing Aeroplane as a maintenance facility and morphed into a charter service 15 years later.

Today, Red Wing has 40 employees, including nearly 20 pilots operating 120 to 150 flights a month.

The success of the company is not lost on Bob Converse, who still comes to work every day.

"We've been lucky," he said. "But it's been a lot of hard work."

 

Article published November 28, 2011 in the Minneapolis StarTribune

Editors note, bold formatting and links by New Flight Charters

 

 

Private Jet Charter Company Named to Fastest-Growing List For Third Consecutive Year

-- Private Jet Charter News Release, September 2011 --

The Inc.5000 Fastest-Growing Private Jet Company since 2005; Continues Growth Trend During Recession

For the third consecutive year, New Flight Charters has been named to the Inc. 500/5000 list of the fastest-growing private companies in America. The list considers companies’ prior four years’ sales growth. With results from the past three Inc. 5000 awards, New Flight Charters remains the fastest growing private jet company in America since 2005.

“With this accomplishment New Flight Charters joins the rarified company of enterprises that have appeared on the list multiple times, many of which have grown to become national icons,” said Inc. magazine Editor in Chief Jane Berentson in a letter to New Flight Charters.

The company has recorded a 332% increase in revenue since 2005.

New Flight Charters is the only U.S. private jet company awarded to the fastest-growing list the past three consecutive years, and is listed as one of the Inc. 5000 Top Alumni Companies for 2011 and 2010. It is also the only Wyoming company awarded to the Inc. 5000 in the past two years.

“We are so pleased to be honored on the Inc. list for the third straight year,” said New Flight Charters President Rick Colson, “It’s a testament to our service, offerings, and one of the best charter management teams in the country.”

About New Flight Charters

New Flight Charters is an award-winning private jet charter leader nationwide. With arguably the largest nationwide jet charter listings, and as a favorite inside the industry, New Flight Charters arranges top-rated operator aircraft and guaranteed best pricing in the market from the complete air charter listings. The company's Charter Management Team is comprised of long term aviation professionals and is one of the most experienced teams in the U.S.

Flights arranged by New Flight Charters have a perfect safety history. The company recently published Five Questions For Your Air Charter Service, to help private fliers ensure a quality and reputable organization is handling their private charter flights. It is available for free download at NewFlightCharters.com.

For the latest updates and information, call (800) 732-1653, or visit www.newflightcharters.com.

 

Free Jackson Hole Scenic Air Charters Promotion by New Flight Charters

News Release 7/15/11

The below news announcement was released nationwide on 7/15/11.  New Flight Charters is giving away a free 1-hour custom Jackson Hole Scenic Charter with every regular jet or turboprop charter booked to or from Jackson Hole during August and September.  The Scenic Charter can be used by the charter customer or they can put any passengers on board.  Up to 5 passengers can take the premium scenic flight. 
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Free Jackson Hole Scenic Flights Promotion Kicked Off by New Flight Charters

Jackson Hole Jet Charter Customers Receive Free Private Scenic Flights

JACKSON HOLE, Wyo. – U.S. private jet charter industry leader New Flight Charters announces free scenic flights for anyone chartering to or from Jackson Hole beginning August 1.

Every private jet or turboprop charter to or from Jackson Hole, Wyoming or nearby Driggs, Idaho with New Flight Charters in August and September, will receive a free one-hour custom Jackson Hole Scenic Flight aboard the company’s new scenic aircraft based in Jackson Hole, a $775 value.

Visitors chartering to Jackson Hole, or locals flying in or out, can take the special scenic flight themselves or give it to anyone they wish. Complete details and terms are at http://www.jacksonholejetcharters.com/.

Jackson Hole Scenic Charter Flights

Considered one of the most beautiful areas in North America, scenic flight passengers see Jackson Hole and it’s mountains, rivers, hidden alpine lakes and wilderness from the Bald Eagle's point of view, and see more of Jackson Hole in one hour from the air than they could in a lifetime on the ground. The flight offers a whole new perspective on Jackson Hole, it's beauty and wilderness.

The company’s new 5-passenger 2008 turbocharged Cessna 206 based at Jackson Hole, is operated for charter by Centurion Flight Services, Inc. under FAA Air Carrier Certificate # CCJA746C, who maintains full operational control of the aircraft for all scenic flights and charters. Centurion has been operating safe and efficient air charters with experienced pilots since 1983.

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About New Flight Charters

Posting record growth since 2003, New Flight Charters is an award-winning jet charter leader nationwide and a specialist in on-demand round trip or one-way private air charters. With arguably the largest industry-wide and nationwide jet charter listings, and as a favorite inside the industry, New Flight Charters arranges top-rated operator aircraft and guaranteed best pricing in the market. The company's Charter Management Team is comprised of long term aviation professionals and is one of the most experienced teams in the U.S. For more information call (800) 732-1653 or visit http://www.newflightcharters.com/.

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Featured Empty Legs & Jet Charter Specials

New Flight Charters arranges arguably the largest selection of empty leg jet charters nation-wide.  Empty Legs can represent the best value in private aviation, with pricing often less than direct one-way pricing.

Hundreds of Empty Legs are available upcoming, below are several featured:

June 20-21
Fort Myers FL - Teterboro NJ
Citation X, super midsize jet
Only $12,900

June 28-30
New York - Denver CO area
Falcon 50, super midsize jet
Only $27,900

July 6-8
Denver CO area - New York or Washington DC
Falcon 50, super midsize jet
Only $25,900

July 7-8
Phoenix AZ - Jackson Hole WY
Citation Excel, midsize jet
Only $4,900

July 13-14
Jackson Hole WY - Phoenix AZ
Citation Excel, midsize jet
Only $4,900

July 15-16
Aspen CO - Los Angeles CA
Hawker 400XP, light jet
Only $3,900

July 20-21
Los Angeles CA - Aspen CO
Hakwer 400XP, light jet
Only $3,900

August 14-16
New York - Salt Lake City UT
Falcon 50, super midsize jet
Only $27,900

September 7-8
Seattle WA - Denver CO
Hawker 800XP, midsize jet
Only $5,900

September 11-12
Denver CO - Seattle WA
Hawker 800XP, midsize jet
Only $5,900

The empty legs can fly any routing in their general direction and time frame for a discounted rate.
They are not FAR Parts-121 or 380 scheduled flights. Listed are their best cost routing and rate

Hundreds more private jet specials avialable, call (800) 732-1653 for more information or to locate the best available for your flight need.

Compare Private Jet Charter Hourly Rates:

Typical hourly jet charter rates:

• Light Jets $2,200 - $2,600
• Midsize Jets $3,200 - $3,800
• Super Mid Jets $4,300 - $4,800
• Large Cabin Jets $4,700 - $7,600

Compare this to hourly jet card rates of $5,000 - $6,000 in a Light Jet, and it is clear that jet charter empty leg or one-way pricing is such a value.  The consideration with jet cards is their rates and flights are guaranteed (within their terms), whereas an empty leg may depend on a corresponding flight depending on the operator's situation in needing to move an aircraft and their private jet listing.  However the cost difference is a little more than double.  Some empty legs or one-way flights may be guaranteed also, depending on the flight's operator.  So an empty leg or one-way charter can be had at a huge savings if you are comfortable with the flights terms and your broker's experience and capabilities.

View the Empty Legs Resource Guide.  Founded in 2003, New Flight Charters is one of the largest and most successful jet charter brokerages, and boasts one of the most experienced teams in private jet charter.

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Jet Charter Rates with Empty Leg Flights or Discounted One-Ways

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An Informational Resource on Jet Charter Rates and Pricing with Empty Legs, One-Ways and Traditional Air Charter

To those searching for private air charter flights, much emphasis is made in internet advertising about discounted one-way flights or "empty legs" - private jets that are already flying a certain direction and can be had for pennies on the dollar. 

While that may be a bit overstated and an advertising hook to lure you in, there is usually a defininte, and sometimes significant, cost advantage in taking advantage of a discounted offer.  This is provided, of course, that your flight need is only one way, or your round trip flights are many days apart and a traditional charter aircraft would need to make two round trips to accomplish it.

Actually connecting with a private jet empty leg can be a rare event because the schedules and flight routes are very specific.  If you ask the airplane to deviate too far from its needed route, or if you need the flight on a different day or time, or if you need/prefer a different size or type aircraft, you may be better off with other charter options. 

Booking an empty leg is typically a non-cancellable affair, since the airplane needs to make that flight in a certain time frame and is counting on your fare.  Other charter options are usually fully cancelable up to 72, 48 or even 24 hours before the flight.  Be sure to get your cancellation details and check your charter quote paperwork.

Most often, one-way flight charters at a discount are best accomplished utilizing operators' floating fleets - aircraft that can be quoted and flown on a point-to-point basis - with better pricing than a traditional charter aircraft returning to base.

Exploring all your flight options, or using a quality and experienced jet charter broker, will provide you with the full jet charter listings of flight alternatives, aircraft and quotes to choose from.

Below are a sampling of actual charters that were booked within the past month.  The chart shows the aircraft and price chosen compared to a traditional charter quote.

Flight Routing	Aircraft Used	Price Paid	Traditional Charter Quote
Belmar NJ - Palm Beach FL	Citation Excel, midsize jet	$10,593	$18,650
Teterboro NJ - Ft Laudersale FL	Learjet 60, midsize jet	$10,023	$19,250
Oakland CA - New Orleans LA	Hawker 800XP, midsize jet	$23,962	$34,625
Sacramento CA - Portland ME	Citation X, super-mid jet	$27,638	$64,350
Carlsbad CA - Vancouver BC	Citation V, light jet	$12,483	$15,850
Teterboro NJ - Miami FL	Learjet 55, midsize jet	$9,950	$16,500
Washington DC - Houston TX	Westwind, light jet	$6,270	$16,880
Pittsburgh PA - Salt Lake City UT	Falcon 10, light jet	$17,948	$22,687
Van Nuys CA - Lihue, Hawaii	Gulfstream IV, large jet	$39,910	$69,575

Prices listed are all-inclusive; taxes, fees, etc.

Those looking for a one way charter flight who are lured by advertised private jet empty legs for "pennies on the dollar", "make an offer!" or "cheap-cheap-cheap", may be disappointed when they are finally offered actual availability, terms or pricing.  However, very good pricing can be had for many routings by those with realistic expectations and by using expert, long term and reputable air charter brokers. 

Stay tuned to this column for a coming article and resource on evaluating and selecting quality air charter brokers.

Private Jet Charter Demand Increases for First Quarter 2011

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This News and Press Release was distributed nationwide and online yesterday April 28.  Private Air Charter activity has continued to improve significantly through first quarter 2011.  The notable trend from the prior quarter continues.  Large cabin jet Gulfstream and Challenger charter demand dominates the increase in flight activity.

From Marketwire Private Jet News

Private Jet Charter Demand Increases for First Quarter 2011

Demand for Large Cabin Private Jets Increases Significantly Over 2010
 
JACKSON HOLE, WY--(Marketwire - Apr 28, 2011) – U.S. private jet charter industry leader New Flight Charters reports flight activity for the first quarter of 2011 increased 37.0% over 2010. The company arranged 248 flights during the quarter, over 181 flights for the same period in 2010.

A notable increase came in the number of large jet charters, including Gulfstreams, Challengers and Falcons, which increased 278% over 2010 and represented 14% of total charter flights for the quarter. Charters with other size aircraft were up 20.1% overall and proportionally remained constant. All aircraft sectors increased, with the large jet category up exponentially.

Costs for large jet charters averaged $45,924 overall for the quarter and included flights to/from Europe, the Caribbean and Hawaii. Leisure flights were the primary type of charter.

"Large jets are back to pre-recession numbers," said New Flight Charters president Rick Colson, "Family vacations internationally were a large reason, specifically to the Caribbean." The typical large jet trip was 8-11 family members flying more than 5 hours to the Caribbean for a week's vacation. Flights were from the nearest local airport, and non-stop each way, with over-flight privileges from US Customs, making it extremely convenient and easy for large families to travel internationally.

About New Flight Charters

Since 2003 the aviation experts at New Flight Charters have arranged the leading values in private jet charter. New Flight Charters has experienced record growth and was named to the Inc. 5000 in 2009 and 2010, making it the fastest growing U.S. air charter service over the past five years.

Flights arranged by New Flight Charters have a perfect safety history. Not restricted to any certain fleet or network, clients choose from arguably the largest air charter listings of top-rated FAA-certified Part-135 direct air carriers nationwide or foreign equivalent. The company recently published Five Questions For Your Air Charter Service, to help private fliers lower their personal and financial risk, and ensure a quality and reputable organization is handling their private charter flight. It is available online at Jet Charter Operators-Brokers.

For the latest updates and information, see Private Jet Charter Company, call (800) 732-1653 or visit www.newflightcharters.com.
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