“The ultimate luxury is peace of mind.”
Although not quite back to pre-pandemic levels, private jet operators are experiencing a significant increase in demand as we seek to get away in the safety of a social distanced bubble.
Malta-based AirX reports that, although corporate travel is still largely frozen – with conferences cancelled and meetings taking place online – the company is welcoming an influx of leisure customers, with passengers unable to travel commercially or cautious about mixing with crowds.
Industry leader NetJets also says that business travel remains minimal but that a significant increase in personal travel means that the company is now back to operating at 85% of typical demand.
Air Charter Service, the world’s largest aircraft charter broker, has seen a 93% rise in new customer enquiries. In an interview with ft.com, Chief Executive Justin Bowman said, “If you want to reduce your number of touch points with people and you are having to fly in and out of a hub, then private aviation gives you that ability to reduce that contact.”
And it is this peace of mind, provided by private jet travel, that is understandably proving popular. Travel Daily News has produced a summary of key benefits to show why, at the current time, private jet charter is the safest way to travel.
For those planning to travel at the current time, Smith Greenfield recommends regularly checking any changes to agreed Government ‘corridors’, as quarantine restrictions can be imposed quickly. And as most insurance cover does not include Covid-related cancellations or health issues, Smith Greenfield strongly advises consulting your insurance broker before travelling.