Everything you need to choose the right aircraft — passengers, luggage, range, runway, speed, and cabin size for every category we charter. One page, all the answers.
You don't need to know jets — just your trip. These five factors point straight to the right category. Tell us these and we'll match the aircraft.
How many are flying? Cabins are sized in seats — and "sleeping" capacity is lower than seating, so overnight trips need more room.
Golf clubs, ski gear, and hard cases take real space. Baggage is measured in cubic feet — smaller jets fill up fast.
How far, nonstop? Range shrinks with a full cabin, headwinds, and hot weather. We plan for real-world range, not the brochure number.
Short or high-altitude airports need aircraft that take off in less room. Smaller jets and turboprops reach airports big jets can't.
Stand-up cabin or a quick hop? The right call is the smallest aircraft that flies your trip comfortably, with the cabin features you want.
A jet's max range assumes light load and no wind. Fill the seats, add bags, fly into a headwind or from a hot/high airport, and true range drops — sometimes adding a fuel stop. We always confirm the trip flies nonstop before quoting.
Every aircraft needs a minimum runway to take off safely, and that length grows with weight, heat, and altitude. It's why a small strip near your destination may only take a turboprop or light jet — we check the airport, not just the aircraft.
Private flights use private terminals (FBOs), often at smaller airports closer to you than the big commercial ones. Some airports have slot limits, curfews, or customs — we handle all of it and pick the best field for your trip.
Light jets and turboprops have lower ceilings (you'll stoop); midsize and up let most people stand. Longer flights are far more comfortable in a stand-up cabin with a full lavatory.
Large jets carry a flight attendant (required by law on many). Catering, Wi-Fi, and pets are available on most aircraft — just tell us what you need and we arrange it.
Winter ops may need de-icing, and weather can shift routing. Building a little buffer into departure times keeps the day smooth — we advise on this per trip.
Propeller-driven, but pressurized and comfortable. The champions of short trips and small airports — a turboprop can land where jets can't, on short and even unpaved strips, making it the most flexible way to reach remote destinations.
Popular models: Pilatus PC-12, King Air 350i, King Air 250, TBM 940.
The entry point to jet travel — jet speed and smooth ride for smaller groups on shorter trips. Nimble, efficient, and able to use plenty of smaller airports.
Popular models: HondaJet Elite, Embraer Phenom 100EV, Cessna Citation M2, Citation Mustang.
The workhorse of private aviation — the most-chartered category. A great balance of cabin space, range, and luggage for the trips people fly most.
Popular models: Embraer Phenom 300E, Cessna Citation CJ3+, Learjet 75, Citation XLS (light-mid).
More cabin, more range, and a full private lavatory. The step up in comfort for longer legs and slightly larger groups, with room to move and work.
Popular models: Cessna Citation XLS+, Hawker 900XP, Learjet 60XR, Citation Latitude (mid-super).
Stand-up cabins, transcontinental range, and high speed. The sweet spot for nonstop coast-to-coast flying in real comfort, often with a flight attendant.
Popular models: Bombardier Challenger 350, Cessna Citation Longitude, Gulfstream G280, Embraer Praetor 600.
Big cabins, long range, and a flight attendant onboard. Built for transatlantic trips and larger groups who want to arrive rested, with room to sleep, dine, and work.
Popular models: Bombardier Challenger 650, Dassault Falcon 900LX, Gulfstream G550, Embraer Legacy 650.
The flagships. Nonstop between almost any two cities on earth, with private bedrooms, showers on some models, and cabins configured for living, dining, and sleeping.
Popular models: Gulfstream G650ER, Bombardier Global 7500, Dassault Falcon 8X, Global 6000.
Private jets built from commercial airframes — the most space and range available. For large groups, sports teams, tours, and corporate travel at scale.
Popular models: Airbus ACJ319/320, Boeing Business Jet (BBJ), Embraer Lineage 1000E.
Every category at a glance. Scroll sideways to see it all.
| Category | Passengers | Range (nm) | Cruise (kt) | Runway (ft) | Cabin ht | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop | 6–9 | 1,000–1,800 | 280–310 | 2,500–3,300 | ~4.8' | Short hops, small airports |
| Very Light Jet | 4–6 | 1,100–1,400 | 400–420 | 3,000–4,000 | ~4.9' | Efficient entry to jets |
| Light Jet | 6–8 | 1,800–2,100 | 440–465 | 3,100–3,600 | ~5.0' | Most domestic trips |
| Midsize | 7–9 | 2,000–2,900 | 440–470 | 3,600–5,000 | ~5.7' | Longer legs, full lav |
| Super-Midsize | 8–10 | 3,200–4,000 | 470–490 | 4,800–5,300 | ~6.0' | Nonstop coast-to-coast |
| Heavy / Large | 10–16 | 4,000–6,750 | 470–500 | 5,000–6,000 | ~6.1' | Transatlantic, groups |
| Ultra-Long-Range | 12–19 | 6,450–7,700 | 500–516 | 5,800–6,500 | ~6.3' | Intercontinental nonstop |
| VIP Airliner | 18–50+ | 4,000–6,100 | 470–500 | 6,000–8,000 | ~7'+ | Large groups & teams |
Send us these six things and we'll come back fast with the right aircraft options for your trip.
Departure and destination cities (or airports, if you have a preference).
Travel dates and rough departure times — one-way or round trip.
How many flying, and whether any are staying overnight onboard.
Number of bags plus any special items — golf clubs, skis, strollers, oversized cases.
Traveling with pets, need catering, Wi-Fi, or accessibility? Just tell us.
A preferred cabin class or aircraft type helps us match the ideal jet for you.
It depends on the aircraft. Turboprops and light jets have good baggage holds but fill quickly with hard cases or sports gear; midsize and larger jets carry much more. Tell us your bags up front — including skis, golf clubs, or oversized items — and we'll size the aircraft correctly so nothing gets left behind.
Often yes — but it depends on distance, passenger and luggage weight, weather, and the departure airport's elevation and temperature. A jet's advertised range assumes ideal conditions. We plan every trip on real-world range and will tell you honestly if a fuel stop is needed or a larger aircraft is the better call.
Private flights use FBOs — private terminals — usually at airports closer to you than the big commercial hubs, with no lines and curbside-to-cabin in minutes. We pick the most convenient airport that suits your aircraft and any customs, curfew, or slot requirements.
Each aircraft needs a minimum runway to take off and land safely, and that length increases with weight, heat, and altitude. Some smaller or high-elevation airports can only handle turboprops or light jets. We check the specific airports on your route to make sure your aircraft can use them.
Most light jets have a modest lavatory; midsize and larger aircraft have a full, private, enclosed lavatory. If a private washroom matters for your trip, we'll steer you to a midsize or above.
Yes — most private aircraft welcome pets in the cabin with you, subject to the operator's policy. Let us know the animal and size when you request your quote and we'll confirm.
We only arrange flights on operators holding valid FAA Part 135 certification and proper insurance, and we verify these for every trip. Safety is confirmed before anything is booked.
Tell us your trip and we'll match the right jet for you — fast.
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