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PRIVATE JET CHARTER SERVICES
Our world-class charter concierge team is on standby 24/7, ready to provide any answers or requests that you may have. Our team specializes in anticipating your private travel needs and fulfilling any additional requests you may have. After a quick conversation, your concierge team will be able to anticipate your pre, post, and mid-flight travel needs based on your desired departure or arrival time, point of origin & ultimate destination, and number of passengers travelling. Once our team has the necessary information, we will begin sourcing the appropriate aircrafts for your mission with multiple options, giving you the benefit of choosing which aircraft charter option matches your travel preferences.
CHOOSING YOUR AIRCRAFT
Our expertise in sourcing the correct aircraft to fit each specific trip saves our clients time and costs associated with the mistake in booking an aircraft with limitations on capacity and/or range. Our charter concierge team will gather pertinent trip details and preferences such as estimated luggage weights and sizes to pass along to our charter agents in sourcing the correct cabin configuration for your travel needs. Our close attention to detail allows us to anticipate your needs and ensure a seamless travel experience with us.
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Aircraft Charter Cabin Categories
Piston Aircraft Cabins
Piston aircraft are smaller with a generally slower maximum speed than turboprop alternatives. Piston cabins are typically configured to seat between 2-6 passengers with a maximum range around 1,000 nautical miles depending on weights. These aircraft have the ability to takeoff and land on short runways, making pistons the most versatile aircraft in terms of airport requirements.
Examples: Cessna Skylane/Skyhawk/, Piper Cherokee, Beechcraft Bonanza,
Additional Information
Typical Passenger Capacity: 2-6 passengers
Maximum Range: ~1,000nm
Estimated Hourly Charter Rates: ~ $500 - $1,500/hr
Turboprop Aircraft Cabins
Turboprops are an attractive option for missions requiring 600-1,000 miles of travel between airports that often have runways too short to accommodate jets. Turboprop aircraft have lower operating costs than jets because they burn less fuel however, they are slower than jets. These aircraft vary in size – The typical Turboprop aircraft cabin is the size of a large SUV, seating 6-8 passengers.
Examples: Cessna Caravan, Beechcraft King Air family, Pilatus P-12, Piaggio Avanti
Additional Information
Typical Passenger Capacity: 4-7 Passengers
Maximum Range: ~2,000nm
Estimated Hourly Charter Rate: ~ $1,000 - $3,000/hr
Very-Light Jet Cabins
An entry-level, brand new range of jet, the Very-Light Jet offers great rates in quiet and modern cabins. Very-Light Jets are the ideal option for 2-4 passengers flying less than 2 hours.
Examples: Citation Mustang, Honda Jet, Embraer Phenom 100/100EV
Additional Information
Typical Passenger Capacity: 3-5 passengers
Maximum Range: Up to 1,600nm
Estimated Hourly Charter Rate: ~ $2,200 - $3,500/hr
Light Jet Cabins
This category features a wide range of small executive jets seating from 6 to 8 passengers. All these aircraft have well-appointed cabins and are a popular category in the market. Range can vary from 2 to 4.5 hours.
Examples: Cessna Citation CJ1-CJ3+, Hawker Beechjet 400/400XP, Bombardier Learjet 40XR/45XR
Additional Information
Typical Passenger Capacity: 6-7 Passengers
Maximum Range: Up to 2,300nm
Estimated Hourly Charter Rate: ~ $2,500 - $5,000/hr
Midsize Jet Cabins
Improved headroom and a separate washroom defines this category. Most aircraft seat 8 passengers and have a range of 3 to 5 hours. Some models offer a flight attendant, the later models also have much-improved luggage space.
Examples: Citation Excel/XLS/XLS+, Embraer Phenom 300, Hawker Beechcraft 800A/800XP/900XP, Learjet 60/60XR
Additional Information
Typical Passenger Capacity: 6-8 Passengers
Maximum Range: Up to 2,200 nm
Estimated Hourly Charter Rate: ~ $3,000 - $7,000/hr
Super-Midsize Jet Cabins
These aircraft offer many benefits of the large jets but at more competitive rates. Full standing headroom, great luggage capacity and spacious cabins make this category a popular choice. Seating varies from 8 to 10 passengers with a range of 5-8 hours.
Examples: Cessna Citation X / Longitude / Latitude / Sovereign, Dassault Falcon 50EX, Gulfstream G-200, Hawker Beechcraft Hawker 4000
Additional Information
Typical Passenger Capacity: 8-9 Passengers
Maximum Range: Up to 3,500nm
Estimated Hourly Charter Rate: ~ $4,000 - $9,000/hr
Heavy Jet Cabins
These aircraft have spacious cabins, offering six to nine hours range and seating for 8 to 16 in first-class executive style. Full standing headroom, galley and in-flight services are standard within the Heavy Jet category.
Examples: Bombardier Challenger 600/604/605/650, Dassault Falcon 2000/900, Gulfstream GII/GIII, Embraer Legacy 600
Additional Information
Typical Passenger Capacity: 10-16 Passengers
Maximum Range: Up to 6,000nm
Estimated Hourly Charter Rate: ~ $5,000 - $10,000
Ultra Long-Range Jet Cabins
Large executive jets which offer intercontinental capabilities. Full standing headroom, sleeping arrangements, a galley and in-flight service are standard within the Global Jet category. Luggage accommodations are 15 to 25 assorted sized pieces.
Examples: Bombardier Global 5000/Express, Gulfstream G-350/450/500/550/IVSP/V, Dassault Falcon 7X
Additional Informattion
Typical Passenger Capacity: Up to 14 Passengers
Maximum Range: Up to 7,800nm
Estimated Hourly Charter Rate: ~ $8,000 - $12,000/hr
Bizliner Jet Aircraft Cabins
The ultimate aircraft for private jet travel. These airliners have been converted to accommodate smaller groups in VIP first-class executive seating and are popular for heads of state, offering comfort and luxury with sleeping arrangements for the principal. They are the perfect aircraft for worldwide tours.
Examples: Airbus ACJ319, Boeing BBJ, Boeing B757-VIP, Embraer Lineage 1000E
Additional Information
Typical Passenger Capacity: 20-160 Passengers
Maximum Range:~ 2100-6100nm
Estimated Hourly Charter Rate: ~ $10,000 - $19,000/hr
Turboprop Airliner Aircraft Cabins
These aircraft have pressurized cabins and offer great short-field performance, which enables more airports to be utilized. These airliners have been converted to accommodate smaller groups in VIP first-class executive seating and are popular for heads of state, offering comfort and luxury with sleeping arrangements.
Examples: Embraer 120, Dornier 328, Bombardier Q-Series, ATR 42/72
Additional Information
Typical Passenger Capacity: 20-100 Passengers
Maximum Range: ~1,000-2,850nm
Estimated Hourly Charter Rate: ~ $2,000 - $3,000/hr
WORLDWIDE EXPERTISE
Whether you have a business charter requirement or simply want to embark on a luxury getaway, SOBEC Aviation’s charter division provide our clients with a large selection of aircraft available for local and international charters. Our experienced charter team will select the aircraft type best suited to the customer’s requirements, and complete each individual mission with the highest level of safety and comfort in mind. Our expertise in operating jet and turboprop aircraft worldwide, make us the number one choice for many multinational corporations and humanitarian organizations, in support of critical governmental missions and corporate charters.