Learn about the benefits and limitations of full ownership, fractional ownership, jet cards, and on-demand charter

Private Aircraft Solutions Compared

Which one is right for you?

If you’re interested in private aviation, you have a lot of options. The prices involved can feel exorbitantly expensive and the differences between options can be hard to define.

We’ve compiled our thoughts on the pros and cons of the four common private aircraft solutions: 

  • Full Aircraft Ownership
  • Fractional Ownership
  • Jet Card Membership
  • On-Demand Charter

If you’re exploring private aviation for the first time and are interested in the cost associated with these options, use our Mission Calculator to determine your annual cost.

If you’re already using a private aviation user, use our Aircraft Cost Calculator to see if your current solution is the most cost effective for your travels.

Full Aircraft Ownership

An investment in flexibility and control

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Fractional Ownership

Frictionless ownership, at a premium

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Limitations

Jet Card Membership

A fractional solution without the ownership

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Limitations

On-demand Charter

Cost-effective infrequent private travel

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