Buy vs Lease: Which is the Smarter Move for Your Jet Use?

Wondering what’s going to be the least hassle in using a private jet? Check out our “buy vs lease” article for a look at what you should do. Travel by private jet has been steadily increasing for years but has now seen exponential growth as travelers opt for private travel privacy, security, and convenience. For […]

What is a Fixed Base Operator

A fixed based operator is an important part of smooth flight operations. Here’s what you need to know about a What is a Fixed Base Operator. There are over 14,000 private jets in operation throughout the USA. Yet, have you ever noticed that you never see passengers from private jets enter the usual airport facilities? […]

A Quick History of Republic Airport, Long Island

Republic Airport is something of a landmark in New York. Here’s a quick history of this unique and interesting Long Island airport. The history of Republic Airport dates back to 1927, a full fifteen years before the nearby Long Island Islip Airport opened. Today, Republic Airports’s known as New York’s premier executive airport. Yet, it’s even more famous […]

The Venerable P-47 Thunderbolt. The Inspiration for our new Pilot Rewards Program

Unless you’re a history buff, you may not know that Republic Airport was originally developed in 1927 by Sherman Fairchild and first operated in the Spring of 1928. During these Pre-World War II years the flying field was often used as a testing grounds for airplanes developed by Fairchild, American, Grumman and Seversky. Beginning in the late […]

Once You Take a Private Jet You’ll Never Look Back: Here’s Why

Find out why once you take a private jet you’ll never look back in this comprehensive article detailing all the benefits of flying private. As time goes on, Americans are increasingly traveling by private jets, so why haven’t you taken one? Flying in a private jet is one of the best ways to travel, but […]

How Far Can a Private Jet Fly?

There are numerous benefits of flying private, but how far can a private jet fly? This guide explains what you need to know. In 2019, more than 4.5 billion people flew safely are nearly 47 million flights. While many people travel by commercial airline when they’re headed to a far-off destination, this comes bundled with […]

These Are the Most Expensive (and Dreamy) Private Jets in the World

Who doesn’t dream of owning their own, private aircraft?  After all, air travel has only gotten less pleasant over the past twenty years. But just imagine owning one of the best private jets in the world, with a price tag that boggles the mind.  No more waiting in airport lines. No more screaming children. No […]

The Most Luxurious Features of Private Jets, Uncovered

Are you a VIP guest, an executive, or a world-class inventor who wants to travel the world in style? Does the allure of flying from A to B in a luxurious jet appeal to your childhood sense of wonder? If so, consider the growth of this industry. Today’s private jets have a range of incredible […]

Private Plane: Where Do Private Jets Land in NYC?

For many different reasons, flying in a private jet is often the best choice for many people.  Despite the pandemic, the private jet industry is growing. Nearly 8,000 new jets will take to the skies over the next ten years. They’re safe, reliable, effecient and often luxurious.  Before flying into any destination, you have to […]

Airport Answers: What Does Fixed Base Operator Mean?

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According to one study, 75% of airports in the country that have more than 3,000 feet of the runway have one fixed base operator (FBO) attached. But what is a fixed base operator? And what makes it different from your standard public airport?  Keep reading to find out what it is and all the benefits you […]