Obviously, all corporations in the private jet charter sector would attest to having the best safety precaution measures.
You might be wondering what high standards are needed to be met by a private jet provider. Below is a list of recommended points to take into consideration when traveling with a private jet provider.
FAA Documentation
A private jet charter company must have a very valid FAA Part 135 air taxi certificate which authorizes it to fly for hire. Sometimes companies attempt to fly under the lesser strict Part 91 regulations. These rules have far less FAA oversight, due to this, the liability of passengers are increased. As a result, it’s a necessity to ask for a copy of the FAA air taxi certificate, and under which requirements and conditions your flights will be flown.
Insurance
Insurance can provide you with a great deal of details about a private jet charter company. Typical limits are $25mm for smaller jets, $50mm for a middle sized jets, and $100mm for larger jets. Also with the FAA certificate, prospective travelers should ask for proof of proper insurance.
Third-party Verification
A charter customer should request for an ARG/US TripCHEQ prior to booking. And ensure that you get third party verification before flying.
Pilot Experience
Does the private jet provider have minimum and maximum standards for pilot hours? Are the assigned pilots hours confirmed before the flight? The answers should both be yes, pilot hours are confirmed time that a pilot has spent operating an airplane. It is an sign of experience, and is relatively easy to obtain. In addition to audits rating, before every trip, the private jet charter service provider should verify the assigned pilots’ flight hours and the specific jet type.
Operational Control
This is a very important step in ensuring your safety, yet determining whose jet you travel in isn’t always clear. Some customers get private jet travel quotes from popular private plane service providers, but are fixed with smaller independent companies that they know nothing about. If outsourcing occurs, your private jet charter provider should be able to ensure that the operator who maintains operational control meets high safety standards.