Stories from the business of flight
How Advanced Materials Are Changing Private Jet Design
In aviation, weight is everything. Every kilogram shaved off a private jet’s frame can translate into increased fuel efficiency, longer range, and enhanced performance. That's why advanced materials like carbon fiber and composite alloys are at the forefront of...
The Personal Touch of Private Jet Pilots – Beyond the Obvious
Some readers may be surprised to learn that private jet pilots are part of a business model that goes well beyond just flying the aircraft, often putting them in charge of the entire customer experience. Unlike commercial airline pilots who operate largely behind the...
Autonomous Flight: Will Private Jets Ever Fly Without Pilots?
We know, some reading this are thinking “Is this even a thing when the world hasn’t even completely figured out, or embraced, the idea of the autonomous automobile yet?”. The fact is though, that the private aviation industry is no stranger to innovation, from the...
Where Private Jet Setters Vacation by Season
In the world of private aviation, owners and travelers often take several breaks each year and in every season. From tropical escapes in the Caribbean to alpine retreats in the Swiss Alps, each year’s calendar is filled with destinations that are as exclusive as the...
For Private Aviation, is The Future Supersonic?
For decades, the Concorde was the icon of what was possible in supersonic aviation, cutting transatlantic flight times in half and capturing the imagination of travelers around the world. But after it was grounded in 2003, it seemed to many that the dream had died....
The World’s Most Exclusive Luxury Resorts that Attract Private Jet Setters
For the many jet setters, luxury isn't just about five-star amenities, it’s about privacy, exclusivity, and experiences of a lifetime. That’s exactly what some of the world’s most exclusive resorts offer - private islands unreachable by commercial flights, Michelin...
How Electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing Aircraft May Reshape Short-Range Luxury Flights
In the ever-evolving world of private aviation and technology, the runway may no longer be a necessary requirement for some. A new generation of aircraft is taking shape above our cities and resorts. Referred to as eVTOLs, or electric vertical takeoff and landing...
Yacht Life and its Many Parallels to Jet Life
While a private jet may get travelers to their destinations with speed and style, the wealthy among us often choose a slower side of travel. Yachts and Mega-yachts often become the mode of transportation and the destination all in one. They blend the privacy of a...
The world of haute couture is evolving towards “Quiet Luxury” and “Subtle Wealth” in Fashion – And it’s reflected in the Private Jet Lifestyle
In a world where it was once fashionable for wealth to shout, it’s now more likely to whisper. The trend is strikingly evident in the world of high fashion, where the once dominant logo-heavy ensembles are quietly giving way to a more restrained, yet far more...