2019-05-15 19:57
Wanda Metropolitano – Madrid, Spain
June 1, 2019
Save your energy for the four days of festivities surrounding the 2019 UEFA Champions League Final by taking a private charter to… Read More
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2019-04-30 20:02
103rd RUNNING OF THE INDY 500
Sunday, May 26 2019
The Indianapolis 500 holds the title as the most-attended single-day sporting event in the world. If you are among the 300,000 sp… Read More
2019-04-30 19:56
Festival de Cannes – Cannes Film Festival 72nd Edition
May 14-25
If you are lucky enough to have scored a badge to the invitation-only Cannes Film Festival, consider flying private.&nb&hell…Read More
2019-04-24 17:30
May 23-26, 2019
Kick-start your Monaco Grand Prix experience with a private jet to deliver you nonstop from New York to Nice!
KTEB to LFMN Round Trip $14,750 per seat
With our partner Member… Read More
2019-04-03 18:22
Saturday, May 4, 2019
Most of us do not give a single thought to horse-racing 364 days of the year (we’ve found a few other ways to entertain ourselves in the age of smartphones and s… Read More
2019-04-03 18:20
April 12-14 + April 19-21, 2019
Are you a music-lover and want to cross Coachella off your Bucket-List but not super-keen on milling around in a hot, dusty field? If you are looking to exper… Read More
2019-04-01 22:58
As the busiest of New York City’s three airports, it’s surprising that JFK Airport trails the others in terms of weather-related flight delays. Like its counterparts, JFK… Read More
2019-04-01 22:55
With 126 days of snow a year, it’s not surprising that Boston Logan Airport faces its fair share of weather-related delays. According to Massport, the company that maintains Logan&rsq&helli…Read More
2019-04-01 22:50
Like Dallas, Houston is subject to thunderstorms, however more often and more severe.
Private flights can more easily adjust their flight paths than commercial airliners to avoid the… Read More
2019-04-01 22:46
North of Newark and across the river, LaGuardia Airport also experiences a full range of weather. However, it sees far fewer passengers passing through its doors than Newark, thereby pushin… Read More
2019-04-01 22:44
As the fourth busiest airport in the U.S., and a major hub for connecting flights, it doesn’t take severe weather to derail flights plans at Dallas Fort Worth. Summer thundersto… Read More
2019-04-01 22:40
Unsurprisingly, Denver Airport’s delays are most commonly caused by snow. As many travelers fly into Denver to access its celebrated mountain resorts, the snow can be both a ble… Read More
2019-04-01 22:37
Snow, thunderstorms, wind and fog. Newark gets is all. Like the other two airports on this list serving NYC, Newark gets its fair share of inclement weather. However, what most freque… Read More
2019-04-01 22:34
Although losing its status as the busiest U.S. airport in 2018 to O’Hare, ATL has long held this title. In fact, although O’Hare facilitated more flights in 2018, Atlanta still… Read More
2019-04-01 22:31
How can San Francisco, a city that rarely sees snowstorms or thunderstorms be #2 on this list? Fog and poor planning.
Extreme weather isn’t the cause of SFO’s weather de… Read More
2019-04-01 22:24
When you combine Chicago’s brutal winter weather and O’Hare’s 2018 rank as the busiest airport in the U.S., you end up with weather delays that rapidly undermine on-time t… Read More
2019-03-26 18:53
April 11-14, 2019
Augusta National Golf Club
Augusta, Georgia
One of the four major golf championships, many consider the Masters THE premier golf event. Founded in 1934, it is played… Read More
2019-03-22 23:08
MARCH 27-31, 2019
Art Basel, the global network of art fairs that have transformed the worldwide art market, returns to Hong Kong for its seventh edition March 27-31. The fair which was foun… Read More
2019-02-28 19:41
March 8-17, 2019
Austin, TX
SXSW Then and Now
Organized as a regional music festival in 1987, the first South by Southwest event had an expected attendance of 150. Over 700 people s… Read More
2019-02-20 18:44
Thursday, March 7 – Sunday, March 17, 2019 First held in 1905, the International Geneva Motor Show has born witness t… Read More
2019-02-08 17:30
February 7-17
Film Festival season is in full swing! On the heels of the Sundance Film Festival, the Berlin Film Festival… Read More
2019-01-23 18:04
Where: Atlanta, GA Mercedes-Benz Stadium&nb… Read More
2019-01-18 17:58
Sundance Film Festival January 24 – February 3, 2019
Each January the quaint mountain hamlet of Park City, Utah sees… Read More
2019-01-08 22:03
Long closed to trade with the West, the opening of China’s markets in the 1980s was the catalyst for Shanghai’s rapid growth. Over the next two decades, urbanization exploded in… Read More
2019-01-08 21:58
Once a center for agriculture, San Jose’s central location in the heart of the booming tech industry has catapulted it to become the Capital of Silicon Valley. One of the wealthiest c… Read More
2019-01-08 21:54
The small landlocked Florida city of Orlando was put on the map by the launch of the world-famous Walt Disney World in 1971. Since then it has become the world’s leading family vacati… Read More
2019-01-08 21:49
A private charter to Montreal provides a healthy dose of Old World charm without having to cross the ocean. Cobblestone lanes, centuries-old stone facades and the undercurrent of the French… Read More
2019-01-08 20:06
Each January, with the start of the Sundance Film Festival the scenic mountain ski resort of Park City, Utah is descended upon by filmmakers, critics, entertainment industry executives, cele… Read More
2019-01-08 19:55
The first of 2019’s four Grand Slam Tennis Tournaments kicks off January 14th in Melbourne, Australia. In its 107th year, the Australian Open holds the distinction of being the l… Read More
2018-12-01 17:06
“The average dog is a nicer person than the average person.”
Andy Rooney
Whether for relocation or extended vacation, we receive a lot of inquiries from pet owners needing to tra… Read More
2018-11-21 00:12
Private Jet Charter Shanghai
Shanghai’s popularity as a private jet charter travel destination is only increasing as China’s influence on the world scene continues to rise. The m… Read More
2018-11-21 00:12
Private Jet Charter Moscow
Moscow is an important destination for private jet charter travelers. There has never been a better time to visit Moscow. Russia’s capital city is experienci… Read More
2018-11-21 00:12
Jet Charter Tulsa
Tulsa serves as an important destination for private jet charter travelers. Found at the edge of t… Read More
2018-11-21 00:12
Jet Charter Madison
Madison, Wisconsin is a small but vibrant capital city set on an isthmus between two beautiful lakes. An important city for business, Madison is a popular jet charter des… Read More
2018-11-21 00:12
Miami Air Charter
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2018-11-21 00:12
Orlando Air Charter
A leading destination for families traveling by private jet charter, Orlando, Florida is one of America’s prime leisure destinations and is home to several ma… Read More
2018-11-21 00:12
Houston Air Charter
Houston! Air charter is definitely the way to fly into Oil City, USA. It may be hot in Texas but the deals are even hotter. Tons of Fortune 500 companies call Houston the… Read More
2018-11-21 00:12
Charter Flights to Europe
ElJet has one of the largest networks of empty legs and charter flights to Europe. Here are some of our top destinations:
Europe – Europe remains a popul… Read More
2018-11-21 00:12
Private Jet Charter Paris
The City of Lights is one of the most popular tourist and private jet charter destinations in the world, and an important economic center for France and Europe as w… Read More
2017-07-11 23:39
Summer is definitely upon us and here are some tips to help you fly with more peace of mind this Summer.
Summer Flying Tips
Avoid the Really Busy Days
If you have flexibility, as some people… Read More
2017-07-03 00:46
Not that you intend on getting drunk or acting unruly on a plane but many people wonder if they get drunker quicker on an aircraft.
Alcohol and Flying: An unlikely relationship
The famous My… Read More
2017-06-25 21:10
I recently flew with Virgin Atlantic on four long haul flights. The plane in use was the Boeing 787 Dreamliner. Here is my review:
The Boeing 787 Dreamliner
The Configuration
The configurati… Read More
2017-06-18 20:58
The Summer is a busy travel season in the USA with many of the airports filled to the rafters with thousands of eager travelers. Here are some secrets that may help you find summer travel a… Read More
2017-06-11 07:18
I was initially intrigued by the BedBox by JetKids as it was something that potentially would have made my life a lot easier.
I was bound for a 30 hour trip from Los Angeles to Johannesburg… Read More
2017-05-26 17:24
Travelling especially air travel can be quite stressful for a lot of people.
There are ways that a person can calm themselves before travel with some simple steps.
The Flight Deck
Arrive Ear… Read More
2017-05-15 20:52
Let’s be honest. It has not been a good season for commercial flying companies. Altercations, scuffles and all sorts of other unfriendly interactions have seemed to become a weekly occ… Read More
2017-05-01 19:44
Long haul flights are really the epitome of tough travel for many passengers but few could argue that parents with little kids have it the toughest on long haul flights.
Is the BedBox by Jet… Read More
2017-04-19 21:24
One of the questions we get very often at the ElJet Private Jet Charter Blog is: Can I land in one destination before I leave another?
Seoul to Honolulu gets you in 10 before you leave
The a… Read More
2017-04-02 04:21
The 2 biggest cities in the Unites States of America are by far New York and Los Angeles. These cities are very different from one another but they do share a lot in common. With so many peo… Read More
2017-03-25 03:53
One of the biggest failures in recent technological times has been the Samsung Galaxy Note 7.
Here is something for you to ponder though:
How would they tell if somebody boarded a flight wit… Read More
2017-03-18 03:36
You can book with private jet charter and most things will be taken care of for you. If you are flying with regular commercial air travel, here are some unconventional things that you can do… Read More
2017-03-11 03:16
It is not the most pristine beach in the world but it is definitely a plane fanatics favorite beach in the world. Maho Beach in St. Maarten sits at the end of the runway at the Princess… Read More
2017-03-05 03:14
One of the most gorgeous places I ever visited was Anguilla. One of the things that is worth noting about Anguilla is that it is a playground for the rich and famous.
One of the reasons for… Read More
2017-02-12 20:03
ElJet has become renowned as North Ameirca’s best private jet charter. This is because they have won the award consistently from the World Travel Association. This time ElJet’s P… Read More
2017-02-05 20:01
WHAT IS AN AIRPORT CURFEW
AIRPORT CURFEW
An airport curfew is a certain amount of time during the night that aircraft could not take off or land at a particular airport. This is also k… Read More
2017-01-24 22:17
The answer to that is 320,000 liters. Or if you prefer 84,435 gallons. The maximum range listed for the Airbus A380 is 15,500 kilometers. This gives you a fair indication of how much fuel is… Read More
2017-01-17 21:53
For good or for bad, there is something about human nature that makes us wonder what other people are earning. One of the most loved questions is, how much does a flight attendant make?… Read More
2017-01-10 20:44
One of the most interesting and fascinating jobs in the world is the job of an air traffic controller. If you have ever lived in close proximity to a major airport and seen aircraft lining u… Read More
2017-01-03 19:47
Many people will come of a flight and when they get their luggage from the under the plane cargo hold they will realize that their luggage is particularly cold.
Air Cargo and the Weather
Som… Read More
2016-12-26 23:22
The cost of airplanes and jets has been in the news recently as Donald Trump decried the price of Air Force One’s planned upgrade from Boeing. The President-elect of the United States… Read More
2016-12-19 22:59
The New Year is almost upon us which means we are in the thick of Winter. Many people will be sitting down to come up with resolutions as to what they ideally would like to be doing next yea… Read More
2016-12-12 22:38
We live in a world where anything is possible and so hailing a helicopter to your destination of need does not seem that odd.
UberChopper, the face of the urban travel future?
Uber has exper… Read More
2016-12-05 22:12
Things to know before picking the perfect carry-on suitcase.
Especially when it comes to domestic flights, space in the overhead bins is becoming less and less. No traveler wants to hear the… Read More
2016-11-28 22:12
Anyone that has ever flown long distance would know that it is something to dread more than excite over. The Emirates trip from Los Angeles to Dubai and then from Dubai to Los Angeles is aro… Read More
2016-11-18 02:34
Flexible Schedule
Set the time you want to fly
2. Flexible Destination
Yup…It is good to fly private jet charter
Private Jet Charter has access to far more airports, even airports in… Read More
2016-11-11 02:10
The Presidential elections are thing of the past and the new president can look forward to the luxury of flying on what is known as Air Force One.
Firstly though, it should be noted that any… Read More
2016-11-04 19:44
How many people commute by flight to work?
Some fly for work every day and other fly to work every day
The numbers may come as a shock to you but they shouldn’t. There is between 5 and… Read More
2016-10-27 20:08
It is well known that at the beginning or sometimes the end of the flight you will here the pilot say that they are just completing last-minute paperwork.
What is “last minute paperwor… Read More
2016-10-20 16:19
Remember Virgin Galactic? Of course you do. Richard Branson’s brave idea to open up space travel to commercial passengers. When first launched interest in the venture was sky-high or i… Read More
2016-10-06 21:15
New Flight Attendants
For new flight attendants, the salary base could seem rather harsh. It is estimated at around about 22,000 dollars. This would mean that they would be earning around ab… Read More
2016-09-29 21:21
The ultimate football weekend is probably your team in the Super Bowl final and you have the best tickets in the house. While this is a possibility it is quite difficult. The football season… Read More
2016-09-22 20:55
Summer has come and summer has gone. Summer poses travel problems of its own. These problems include long lines and jam packed flights. These problems pale in comparison with the problems th… Read More
2016-09-15 19:15
As travelers we have heard the phrase hundreds of times, disarm doors and cross check?
Arm Doors and Cross Check?
To most people it just induces a massive sigh of relief that the flight is o… Read More
2016-09-08 20:44
Airbus has released the list of what Airbuses will roughly cost in 2016 and heading into 2017. Note that there are probably added fees that come in to factor for customize options and delive… Read More
2016-09-01 20:27
We were all once kids
What are your thoughts on kid free zones on flights?
What do you think of commercial planes with child free zones? There have been airlines that have tried it. Some thi… Read More
2016-08-25 20:25
The Early Bird Catches His Flight …..On Time
Daybreak may be the best time to fly
For some people the answer to the question of best flying times is never. But there has been some thi… Read More
2016-08-19 12:11
The Summer Olympics are on which mean that the best athletes in the world are in Rio for the games.
Most athletes have a fairly large amount of luggage to bring to the games.
Horses Being Tr… Read More
2016-08-10 11:36
The title of “hero” is not only reserved for policemen, firemen and soldiers. There are many pilots who carry this title too, below are just a few.
Captain Chris Henkey
Cap… Read More
2016-08-01 17:47
Flying has its pitfalls. One of them is that people seem to feel that they come off a flight with a sniffle and a cold. There may be some scientific proof to that. People claim that it is do… Read More
2016-07-24 16:23
The best footwear for a flight is actually no footwear at all. This is because it is very common for feet to swell during flight. Many people have come up with many theories as to why this h… Read More
2016-07-17 04:36
We all know that feeling when we board a flight. You either have them or you don’t. If you have them you are most certainly going to flaunt them and use them and if you don’t hav… Read More
2016-07-10 04:23
Private Jet Charter has a new perk. Well, it is not really new but it is definitely a perk that is coming to the fore. The fact is that private jet passengers do not have to stand in long TS… Read More
2016-07-03 17:13
The buzz word in private jet charter these days is “empty leg” or “dead-head” flights.
Well, what are Empty Leg flights?
In concept they are very simple to understan… Read More
2016-06-26 16:45
Let’s put aside the security arguments but on from a purely social perspective, should the skies be phone free? Or at least phone call free?
To phone on flight or not to phone?
M… Read More
2016-06-19 17:14
Boeing has co-branded one of their 777-300ER airlines along with Air China. This is a momentous occasion as it is the first time that Boeing has co-branded a 777 aircraft along with th… Read More
2016-06-12 15:54
We all know that feeling. We never ever drink tomato juice and all of a sudden as we sit on the flight we are inclined to have a can or cup of tomato juice. Lufthansa has even conducted rese… Read More
2016-06-05 16:57
There is a certain allure to travelling to a place that is mostly only accessible by private jet or boat. If this is something that tickles your fancy when it comes to vacation then you have… Read More
2016-05-29 14:22
There is no doubt that flight and flying has changed the world but here is a reason that you may not have thought of. Drones are a fairly new intrigue in the world of flying. For some it is… Read More
2016-05-23 02:15
Kobe Bryant one of the best basketball players ever to grace the NBA has called time on his professional career. As is well known Kobe was a Los Angeles Laker for the entirety of his career… Read More
2016-05-16 17:06
Here are the confessions of a pessimistic traveler.
The family with the most cranky and unhappy baby in the airport will be on my flight and not only that they will be sitting right near me… Read More
2016-05-09 16:45
There are often cases of flying elephants, when elephants need to be transported from one zoo to another or from one country to another, they are often transported by air.
The Dangers
Transp… Read More
2016-05-02 16:20
Following on from last weeks article about Pete Weber, here comes the next one on whether you would fly with Jonathan Irwin.
Who is Jonathan Irwin?
Jonathan Iriwn is a pilot of an Airbus A32… Read More
2016-04-25 16:15
Who is Pete Weber?
Pete Weber is the oldest living active pilot. You will not find him behind the controls of a commercial airline but that does not mean that Pete Weber does not take to the… Read More
2016-04-18 15:58
It is a question that many people ponder before they board a flight. Will flying ever be replaced?
The Concorde
The Concorde
The concorde may have pointed to the future of flying but that wa… Read More
2016-04-11 18:21
The Funniest plane in the sky has to belong to South Africa’s low cost flight company known as Kulula. Kulula are pro’s in the business of funny flying but their Flying 101 plane… Read More
2016-04-04 16:25
If you are an aircraft junkie- no pun intended- you may want to plan your next road trip to stop through the Mojave Desert in California. It is the site of an airplane grav… Read More
2016-03-28 16:23
Thanks to the amazing response to our flying foods piece, we present to you the flying foods that you want to avoid. Some of these are obvious but if you are heading out on a long-haul. You… Read More
2016-03-18 16:59
Less Than 3 Months!
Boeing Manufacturing Floor
Yes, believe it or not, it takes less than 3 months for a Boeing to be built from first parts till it’s ready for flight. This does not m… Read More
2016-03-10 19:07
Meat Carving Seat Side
On Board Meat Carving
Pan Am had 707 Clippers. The most marketable part of their Trans-Atlantic flights was the fact that they had restaurant quality meals. The center… Read More
2016-03-03 19:10
Sandwiches are great flying foods
There are few things that I can think of that give you the munchies quite like flying. The air cabin crews and their dainty baskets of itsy bitsy snacks are… Read More
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