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Private Jet Travel

    Private jet travel is a dream of many frequent travelers; the ability to skip the airport crowds and depart on an individual schedule is attractive to those who spend hours in check-in lines. Because private jet travel is prohibitively expensive, however, it remains a dream for most travelers. Benefits For most frequent private jet travelers, the expense is justified by the convenience and the time they save by avoiding commercial airlines. Safety is another often-cited benefit, as private jet passengers can run background checks on the crew. In addition, the comfort of a private plane allows for greater productivity, increased privacy, and the option to turn air travel into a relaxing experience. Features Private planes are considerably smaller than commercial jets, and offer an open layout and increased comfort. Many private jets offer seats that turn into beds, or seats that resemble recliners more than standard commercial seats. They may also feature k...

Pros & Cons of Air Travel

  When popularized in the 1960s, jet travel heralded a glamorous, exciting new age of travel filled with customer service, passenger comfort and speedy travel. The speed remains today, but the other advantages have faded and disappeared. However, air travel continue to grow because wise travelers are aware of its pros and cons. Speed Despite security and schedule delays, flying by jet at over 500 miles per hour is the fastest way to get anywhere. Transoceanic journeys take hours instead of days and weeks. Safety According to the Smithsonian Institute, air travel remains the safest form of travel. More people in the United States die from auto accidents in three months than have died in the entire history of commercial aviation. Multi-tasking While seated in an airplane, you can use travel time to continue work: write letters, handle figures and process business information on a laptop. Expensive With the rising cost of fuel, passenger tickets have...

How to Book Travel on Ameristar Jet Charter

  Ameristar Jet Charter offers private plane service in the United States , Canada, Mexico, South America and the Caribbean, but will work with you if your itinerary includes travel to other destinations. Established in 1988 and based in Dallas at Addison Airport, Ameristar is open 24 hours a day to meet private charter plane travel needs. Here's how to charter a plane with Ameristar. Instructions Book Travel on Ameristar Jet Charter Step 1 Dial Ameristar Jet directly at (972) 267-5019 to book a private plane for your trip, or get a quote toll-free at (800) 368-5387. Ameristar's Web site is for information only, not online booking . Step 2 Complete the contact form on the Ameristar Web site to receive quotes or additional information about a charter (see Resources below). Step 3 Ameristar Jet Charter will pick you up anywhere. If Ameristar cannot fly to a location, they will work with other companies to make sure you get to your d...

Chartering a Plane

  Charting a plane can ease the fears of travelers wanting to avoid long security lines as well as canceled and delays flights . Because of the trouble many individuals and corporations have had with traveling commercially, they have resorted to renting private planes with private pilots and crew. There a a few details one must secure before chartering a plane. This article will discuss what is needed if you want to charter a plane. Instructions Chartering a Plane Step 1 Find a fixed base operator, or FBO, in your area. An FBO is an airport company that rents aircraft at an airport for pilot training and private charters. You can find these sources in the yellow pages if you don't know one in your local area. Step 2 Inform the manager of the FBO of your destination. This will determine what size aircraft you will need and the correct size crew for your length of trip. Step 3 Compare prices of different FBO's. Find out how they charge fo...

About Renting a Plane

  http://www.zmetravel.com/wp-content/uploads/2007/09/private-jet.jpg Flying on a private plane used to be a luxury that was reserved solely for the rich and famous. But with the increased enrollment in private pilot programs, the advancements in air travel and increased availability of small planes, renting a private plane has become more common than ever. With the economy in a downward spiral and commercial flight access in a decline, chartering a private plane offers a way for people to travel for business and pleasure. Renting a plane affords customers the peace of mind that comes with the luxury of flexible travel in complete privacy.  Features Private jet rental packages come equipped with a flight crew including flight attendants and a number of pilots depending on the size of the aircraft. You can create a custom package of in-flight catering and beverage services, as well as other amenities like entertainment and phone service. Flight attendants...

How to Rent an Airplane

  Most airports offer at least a few planes for rent, and when you learn to fly, you usually have to rent a plane to learn the basics. What does it take to rent an airplane? Well, it depends on the airplane! This article will discuss the things you'll need to rent a small airplane for local flights. Instructions Step 1 To rent a basic, small airplane to practice flying or just to enjoy, you'll need photo ID, some flying time, and some forms filled out. This is usually to protect the rental company, and to show them that you have the basic knowledge necessary to fly a plane. Step 2 Most companies require a check flight with a flight instructor before you take the plane for a spin. This is especially true if you rent a larger plane, a multi-engine plane, or a jet. It's also true if you're going to be flying at night. Remember that you have to pay for the flight instructor along with the airplane when you do the check flight. Step 3 Yo...