Fractional Focus / Jets

When you really want to go in style.

skissing — Sat, 10 May 2008 02:59:37 +0000

If you’ve ever wanted something a bit extraordinary when you travel, this just might be it. Halcyon Jets and Diva Limousine have joined forces to provide a “comprehensive White Glove-Red Carpet travel experience.” (more…)

Congress Opposes Airline Mergers

skissing — Sun, 20 Apr 2008 05:06:41 +0000

Forty-seven members of Congress have supported a letter to Attorney General Michael Mukasey and Secretary of Transportation Mary Peters regarding possible negative repercussions of airline mergers (such as that of Delta and Northwest). (more…)

Passenger Bill of Rights still on the tarmac.

skissing — Mon, 14 Apr 2008 16:31:17 +0000

There is still hope for a Passenger Bill of Rights, but like many aspects of the airline world, it’s been delayed. Surprised? Didn’t think so. (more…)

American Airlines cancels thousands of flights.

skissing — Thu, 10 Apr 2008 21:26:03 +0000

Imagine being one of American Airlines’ passengers during these past couple of days when they have canceled more than 2,000 flights due to technical compliance issues. While we tip our hat to AA for making a hard call and putting safety compliance above all other concerns, it should have never gotten to this point. (more…)

Economy losing altitude, but not private jets.

skissing — Wed, 09 Apr 2008 12:54:14 +0000

Despite America’s weak economy, and speculation that it may get weaker still, the private jet market in this country remains strong, thanks in no small part to foreign demand for US-made aircraft. (more…)

A new way to keep up with private jets.

skissing — Sat, 05 Apr 2008 06:27:20 +0000

Corporate pilot and website producer Terry Cooper (who also happens to be president and CEO of Melbourne, FL-based CharterMatrix LLC) has introduced a convenient new tool for the private aviation industry. (more…)

Forecast for summer: downright hot and dreary.

skissing — Sat, 05 Apr 2008 06:26:04 +0000

When it comes to customer service, passenger comfort, and reliability, the airlines are expected to nosedive even further this summer.

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Jetpool introduces shared membership program.

skissing — Mon, 31 Mar 2008 13:42:24 +0000

Jetpool LLC, an aircraft management and acquisition company in North Carolina has ordered an undisclosed number of Freedom and Independence VLJ’s from Spectrum Aeronautical, which will lead them into the fractional market–with a twist. (more…)

Sentient gets better coverage in the Southwest.

skissing — Mon, 31 Mar 2008 13:41:14 +0000

Sentient Jet Holdings is the new parent company of Scottsdale, AZ-based Southwest Jet. Southwest Jet began as a fractional jet provider in 1997 but changed its services to focus on charters (with a fleet of 14) and private jet management. (more…)

Top ten business destinations for private jets.

skissing — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 04:21:12 +0000

Cleveland, OH-based Flight Options recently release data indicating the the top ten private air travel destinations for business purposes. The clear winner was New York City with more flights than to any other U.S. destination. The Big Apple leads the list in legs flown by more than double the second place holder, Los Angeles. (more…)