Winter Travel – Tips and Advice for a Smooth Private Jet Flight
Tips for Private Jet Winter Travel
With the arrival of winter not only comes the holiday season, but often comes the much dreaded “Cabin Fever”. As wintry mixes of sleet and snow fill our neighborhoods and morning commutes – visions of tropical beaches and pina coladas fill our minds. Winter is a time for private jet travel – whether it is spending the holidays with loved ones, escaping the blustery winter conditions or packing your skis and racing to them. As you plan your private jet travel this winter, it is good to give yourself and your air charter company as much notice as possible to avoid any unsightly winter related delays. There are also a few things that you should keep in mind (other than tropical beaches)!
Most private jet companies have Peak Travel Days. These are the days that historically have the highest flight volume. Many of these fall around the winter holiday season – the days before and after Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day. During these days, many private jet companies will increase the amount of notice you must give in order to confirm flights. Most air charters must be booked within a very minimum of 96 hours in advance. In addition, changes and/or cancellations must also be completed with more notice as well – most times within this same window. Always be sure to ask when booking your private jet whether or not your date coincides with any company “Peak Travel Days”. If so, make sure that you have all departure times, passengers and other flight details confirmed well in advance.
Another consideration when booking your winter travel is “Slots”. The FAA can at times administer landing slots for popular airports. A landing slot acts like a reservation for your private jet. Be advised, landing slots are most common in ski country, such as in Aspen and Vail. Like any other reservation, slots are subject to availability and are issued on a “first come, first serve” basis. If your desired landing or departure time has already been filled, you may need to have more flexibility with these times than is normally required when flying privately. Again, be sure to ask your private jet administrator whether or not your winter trip will be subject to landing slot availability. Booking your private jet trip early will give you the best chance of securing your preferred slot date and time.
So, as you depart on your winter adventures – keep the above in mind. Whether hitting the slopes or the shores this winter, planning in advance is key. Be aware that winter traveling, especially around the holidays, can require more time and flexibility than traveling during other seasons.
Private Jet Travel: Luxury Ski Destination
Newport Jets will help plan your winter ski vacation. One very special spot you might consider is the Brentwood Inn and Ski Lodge. The comfortable luxury of Bentwood is a perfect private getaway for any family or group skiing trip to Jackson Hole – the home of world class skiing the lodge can accommodate groups of up to 16 in suites. The lodge offers wonderful home-cooked meals prepared by the chef. Your stay includes daily breakfast and après ski wine & cheese and a three course dinner 3 nights out of 5 – more upon request – as well including Complimentary Whole Range Ski Passes for 3 out of every 5 days. The lodge is available from $8,610 a week (based on 12 guests).