Executive Assistant Guide – How to Book a Private Jet for Your CEO

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Booking air charter service on behalf of your corporation can seem like a daunting task without the help of experienced travel services. That’s why the best private jet charter companies offer a full-time Client Services team who works in conjunction with you to ensure a seamless experience.

Private Jet Charter for Executives

When booking charter flights for business executives from Chicago, or any city, it is best to prepare yourself with a basic list of information that will better determine an accurate flight itinerary. Our team works with you to create a worry-free experience when you book on-demand aircraft services. The following checklist is a sampling of questions Priester Aviation’s Client Services team commonly asks.

Private Aircraft Charter Checklist

1. Trip date(s)
2. Itinerary and preferred aircraft type (fleet guide)
3. Passenger names and total number of passengers
4. Oversized luggage (ex. skis, golf clubs, strollers)
5. Traveling with pets?

How to Select a Private Jet

There are many options and considerations when it comes to selecting an aircraft for charter. Priester Aviation operates a diverse fleet of some of the world’s most advanced aircraft. Unlike a charter broker, Priester controls its fleet of aircraft and flight crews. When your aircraft needs fall outside of our fleet, we’ll provide you with a solution from our global partner network, which is vetted to the most stringent standards. The guide below provides a quick overview of different private aircraft one can select from.

1. Light Jets. Commonly suited for shorter trips in which your destination is no more than three hours in length. Light jets are built to typically accommodate 4 to 6 passengers and often include a refreshment center and limited in-flight amenities. Aircraft examples: Citation CJ1, Citation CJ3, Nextant 400XT, Pilatus PC-12.
2. Midsize Jets. Designed to accommodate up to 7 or 8 passengers, with a roomier cabin and best suited for flights within the United States, midsize jets are the perfect option for comfortable flights. Aircraft examples: Citation XLS+, Phenom 300, Gulfstream G150.
3. Super-Mid Jets. The most popular cabin class that offers versatility for trips with up to 8 passengers, with more space for plenty of luggage and coast-to-coast range. With up to 7 hours in travel time, these spacious jets are a great choice for business meetings and leisure travel. Aircraft examples: Challenger 350, Citation X, Hawker 4000, Citation Sovereign, Praetor 500.
4. Heavy Jets. For nonstop international travel, heavy jets are the most accommodating, as well as for 10 or more passengers. With spacious sleeping arrangements, flight attendant and in-flight catering, heavy jets provide the comfort and convenience for longer travel times. Aircraft examples: Gulfstream G550, Gulfstream G650, Challenger 604, Global 5000, Falcon 2000LX.

Start Flying with Convenience

Private charter offers countless benefits to company executives searching for ways to maximize their time and convenience when traveling for business. Instead of battling unpredictable airline schedules or adding time away from the office or home, book your CEO for private jet travel. Priester Aviation’s record of delivering quality and reliability charter services spans decades. Contact us today to request a charter quote.