- Turboprops can accommodate up to eight passengers with a range of 1,088-3,775 nautical miles at a rate of $4,000-$4,900.
- Very Light Jets carry up to five passengers over 1,223-1,550 nautical miles for about $5,500-$6,800.
- Heavy jets offer space for up to 12 passengers across distances of 2,589-4,728 nautical miles at prices ranging from $15,077-$16,664.
Chartering a private jet offers luxury without the ownership costs associated with maintenance fees or crew salaries. Billable flight time is the primary cost factor when renting a jet; it includes positioning time and airborne time but excludes taxi time.
Different categories of private jets vary in price due to their size and capabilities. Newer aircraft tend to be more expensive than older models by up to several hundred dollars per hour.
To rent a private jet effectively requires contacting an FAA Part 135-certified Air Carrier. Flights are scheduled upon request but require three to six hours' notice before takeoff for preparation.
Additional fees may include landing charges that vary by airport size and weight requirements. Fixed Base Operators (FBOs) impose handling fees which could be reduced if fuel requirements are met. Segment fees apply per passenger for each leg flown within U.S., along with federal taxes amounting to 7.5%.
Other potential expenses include catering services or ground transportation arrangements that add onto charter costs alongside necessary deicing measures during winter months—ranging anywhere between hundreds into thousands depending on aircraft specifications—as well as international travel-related duties when crossing borders beyond domestic territories such as customs clearance procedures or immigration protocols.
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