Buying A Private Jet With Fractional Ownership In Mind

Author: Chris Channing  |  Category: Travel

Owning a private jet is a commitment. Foremost, it is a commitment of a vast sum of money that most just simply don’t have. That isn’t to say that the private jet is forever elusive, as schemes such as the fractional ownership plan have allowed low budgets to obtain private jets too.

Private jet ownership done on a fractional level will mean that you are able to use the jet according to either a certain schedule, or via a certain amount of hours per period. If you are only flying about 50 hours each year, this is the better option as you aren’t paying for the overhead that comes with paying for the jet and all the maintenance required to keep it running smoothly.

Even if you need out of the ownership, there is usually a clause that states you are able to do so. A minimum commitment is required, but after this period, you are free to liquidate your share in the private jet charter. Whether you or the company handles it is the question of course. If the company handles it, doesn’t settle for anything less than fair market value if you are able to.

Companies that can guarantee availability are the best to side with. Essentially, the company will find a different jet for you if the one you have ownership in is taken. Companies that do this will find either a jet that is on par with the one you have ownership in, or a better one. It’s like buying a coach ticket and flying first class- anything is possible!

Owning a private jet is just the start of the expenses. Even after all the initial costs are paid, you are only getting started in paying the ongoing bills for keeping the jet running. Also factor in high costs of fuel and pilots, catering businesses, and so forth. It’s an expensive process to undertake, to say the least. The company you sign with should give you a detailed break down of the average fees it will take to run a jet.

Some private jet charters are edgy on what you can do with the jet. While some will allow you to take one for a joy ride on a moment’s notice, others require a fair warning unless it’s an emergency. Check with several companies and see which has the right lifestyle for what you plan on using your jet for. Also find a service that has clients, but not just any client! Make sure they have many happy clients as well.

Closing Comments

From here you should be looking at companies that can cater to your needs. Fractional ownership is still a relatively new idea, so not every private jet company will have this option. Just keep looking and don’t be afraid to go with a company outside your region.

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