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Here’s How To Fly To And From The UK By Private Jet

In the wake of COVID-19, commercial airlines reduced their schedules and flight routes, leaving the private jet industry to pick up the demand. Since then, the private aviation sector has been booming (particularly among new customers).

Those looking to make COVID-secure getaways have opted to fly by private jet in order to minimise interactions with other people (both on the flight and in the airport). With priority placed on health and safety, an influx of first-time leisure clients are choosing to fly private – and the trend shows no signs of abating.

In Partnership with Farnborough Airport

For those who are UK-based and keen to embrace the world of private flying, we suggest you look to Farnborough Airport as the launch pad for your future journeying. As Europe’s leading private jet airport, Farnborough offers five-star service, exclusivity, and privacy within easy reach of London. Dedicated exclusively to business aviation – meaning no queues in the air or on the ground – Farnborough is the premium choice for those looking to travel safely, flexibly, and efficiently. Passengers can drive directly to their jet on departure (provided they don’t need to be screened or visit the terminal).

While the novelty of pulling up on the tarmac is not to be underestimated, there are a plethora of other (just as thrilling) services to avail of at Farnborough Airport. With a dedicated concierge service on hand to cater to your every whim, passengers can even travel with their dogs or cats (Farnborough offers a Pet Travel Scheme with on-site vet to allow beloved companions to travel safely around the world). What’s more, Farnborough is the first business aviation airport to be awarded carbon neutral status by Airports Council International Europe, making your private flight experience more sustainable than you might anticipate.

Keen to test the trend for yourself and charter a jet? Look to these private jet operators, which fly in and out of Farnborough, for your next trip. With a variety of ways to travel privately, there’s a myriad of choice to cater to every traveller type and their specific needs.

Flexjet

Flexjet is a service-focused carrier company offering a variety of options for travellers, depending on the amount of flying they require. Boasting some of the youngest aircrafts in the fractional jet industry, their shared ownership offering caters to regular fliers, while their Jet Card Programme is a good option for lighter and infrequent travellers, providing flexibility and no long-term commitment. The Flexjet fleet consists of: Embraer Legacy 500 (a midsize aircraft, seating eight), Embraer Praetor 600 (super-midsize, catering to up to nine people), and Gulfstream G650 (ultra-long range, accommodating up to 15 passengers); make your selection as party size dictates.

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VOLUXIS

With VOLUXIS, customers can fly to over 6,000 destinations globally at a time that suits them. VOLUXIS’ fleet of five high-performing aircrafts include: Global Express XRS, Phenom 300, Hawker 900 XP, 850XP, and 750, catering to a range of journey lengths. Two of these aircrafts are based at Farnborough, and, if you are flexible with dates and timings, you can take advantage of VOLUXIS’ Empty Leg private jet charters, which offer the perfect cost-effective solution.

Catreus

An aircraft owner and operator based in the UK, Catreus currently manage and operate a mixed fleet of aircrafts, including some of the world’s most popular business jets – from a Bombardier Global 6000 to the Citation Mustang. Whether embarking on a short cross-country trips jetting off on a trans-continental adventure, they’ve a jet to meet your needs. Note: all their aircrafts are available for charter services.

Aero

Aero offers a new way to experience private jet charter by buying a single seat on a private jet, rather than booking out the whole aircraft. Aero’s semi-private concept allows individuals and groups of travellers the luxury of travelling through a private airport FBO, before boarding a VIP private aircraft en route to a selection of lifestyle destinations (at the fraction of the cost of whole aircraft charter). An A-list experience, check in just 30 minutes before your flight and rely on Aero’s concierge team to ensure every detail of your trip is considered ahead of time.

ABOUT FARNBOROUGH AIRPORT

Farnborough Airport is a full service private airport for passengers, crew and aircraft. This purpose-built airport is London’s gateway for business aviation.

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