Archive for June, 2010

Private Jet Rentals for 4th of July Weekend

Tuesday, June 29th, 2010



Private Jet Charters for Holidays

Charter Flights for the 4th of July

Hard to believe that in just a few days our nation will be celebrating its 234th birthday. Our country has come a long way since the colonial days of our founding fathers and we hope to honor our independence again through our Fourth of July celebrations. Whether you plan on celebrating the holiday by watching the spectacular fireworks in Washington D.C. or by relaxing beachside with your family, private jet rentals are the safest and most convenient way to travel to your Independence Day destination.

If you are planning to charter a private jet for Fourth of July, there are a few things you need to know first. July Fourth, or Independence Day, is one of the busiest travel days for private jet charters. This means that last-minute aircraft bookings are subject to availability and are not always guaranteed for your flight. Stratos Jet Charters has access to thousands of safe and highly-maintained private aircraft but we still advise our clients to book their charter flights in advance. By booking your charter flight now, you will have a much better chance of securing the most appropriate aircraft that meets your travel needs.

Fourth of July travelers should also be advised that fireworks are strictly prohibited on any and all commercial airline jets by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Although a staple of Fourth of July celebrations, fireworks are considered “hazardous materials” by the FAA because they pose a significant threat to flight safety. The FAA does, however, allow private aircraft operators to carry and transport fireworks, so long as the operator has an established hazardous materials program. Stratos Jets air charter consultants have the ability to source private aircraft that meet the FAA’s regulations for transporting fireworks and other hazardous materials. We also recommend private jet flyers to purchase fireworks at their Fourth of July destination.

However you plan on celebrating the holiday, Stratos Jets would like to wish you a safe and happy Fourth of July weekend. We are happy to assist you with any charter flight requests on and around the July Fourth weekend.

Contact Stratos Jets:

1.888.478.7286

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Aircraft Engines 101: The advantages of the turbofan engine compared to the turbojet for jet charters

Monday, June 28th, 2010

When compared to today’s standards, it’s hard to believe that private jets and commercial aircraft were once powered by the noisy and gas-guzzling turbojets of old. We have certainly come a long way from the turbojet engines of the World War II era with highly-efficient and quiet turbofan-driven aircraft. It’s important to understand the basic principles of both engines to appreciate the value of the turbofan-driven private aircraft for private jet charters.

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Illustration of a Turbofan Engine for Private Jet Charter Flights

Stratos Jet Charters has spent time researching aircraft engines and their advantages for private jet charters. What we’ve learned thus far is that every private jet engine operates differently but that they mostly operate by forcing air into a tube where it is compressed, mixed with fuel, burned and exhausted at a high speed to generate thrust. This concept applies to both turbojet and turbofan jet engines.

In the late 1930s, the turbojet engine, the oldest general purpose jet engine, was developed independently by Frank Whittle from the United Kingdom and Hans von Ohain of Germany. There is some debate among historians as to who invented the engine first, but most credit Whittle with the original design and von Ohaim with the engine’s first successful flight.

The turbojet engine operates by compressing air into a chamber, heating it and allowing it to expand through the turbine into a nozzle where it is accelerated to high speed. This operational concept is relatively simple and was used on a number of aircraft during World War II. However, the simplicity and high exhaust speed of the turbojet make it an exceptionally noisy and inefficient engine for private jet charters.

The turbofan engine, on the other hand, is an ideal engine due to its high thrust and fuel efficiency capabilities. Turbofans operate almost the same way as the turbojet engine, only with the addition of a fan component. Air enters the turbofan engine through the inlet and is passed along through the fan while the rest of it is sent to the burner where it is mixed with fuel and ignited to generate propulsion. Unlike their turbojet predecessors, turbofans derive their thrust from two sources: the engine core and the fan.

As such, turbofans have a much lower net exhaust than turbojets and are a far more efficient engine at subsonic speeds than turbojets. Since most charter flights operate at subsonic speeds, the turbofan is a much more practical engine choice for charter aircraft. In a turbofan-driven aircraft, charter pilots can throttle back to cruise and save hundreds of dollars in gas bills during their flight. For these reasons, the turbofan is the engine of choice for private jet charters and commercial airlines.

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Stratos Jet Charters Donates to Gulf Coast Restoration Network

Wednesday, June 23rd, 2010

Private Jet Charters Flights to benefit the Gulf Coast

Private Aviation assists with Gulf Oil spill clean up

Stratos Jet Charters, like most of the American public and millions more around the globe, has intensely followed the recent BP/Deepwater Horizon oil rig explosion and subsequent oil spill in the national news.  As a Florida-based company, we were shocked and deeply saddened to learn the news of the Gulf Coast oil spill. Our air charter agency has always taken part in doing whatever we can to protect our environment and our own beautiful coastal waters.  We hope and pray that our government can stem the flow of oil into the Gulf as quickly as humanely possible and protect our treasured coastlines from further damage.

Our air charter agency is committed to helping the clean-up efforts of the Gulf Coast oil spill through large donations to the Gulf Coast Restoration Network.  Founded in 1995,  the Gulf Coast Restoration Network (GCRN) is a coalition of environmental organizations dedicated to protecting all natural resources of the Gulf Coast from Louisiana to Florida.  We at Stratos Jets pledge to make a large donation to the GCRN for every passenger-carrying charter flight booked to one of the Gulf Coast states through our agency.  Through our donations to the GCRN, we hope to help rid the Gulf Coast of oil and harmful chemicals.

While we are on topic of the Gulf Coast oil spill, we would like to report that the Federal Aviation Administration has currently restricted all aircraft from flying over the oil spill below 3,000 feet.  This means that news outlets and members of the media will not get a clear shot of the oil spill from a low altitude.  This temporary flight restriction was put into place for safety reasons and presumably to prevent photographers from taking controversial photos of the oil disaster.  The restricted airspace covers a significant portion of the Gulf Coast, spanning from New Orleans to the West Coast of Florida.

As a result, Stratos Jets is currently not authorized to charter a private aircraft below 3,000 feet over the Gulf Coast, but we can arrange private jet charter flights to the oil spill in the Gulf Coast for relief and visitation purposes.  Currently, most of the beaches in Florida, Alabama, Mississippi and Louisiana have been unaffected by the oil spill.  We encourage all of our clients to charter a private jet to the Gulf Coast and Florida to enjoy the unspoiled beauty of the pristine beaches of the Gulf.  Our air charter agency will make a large donation to the GCRN on your behalf to help preserve the Gulf for generations to come.

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Air Charter Flights in Cincinnati Ohio from CVG or LUK

Thursday, June 17th, 2010

It’s a little-known fact that the city of Cincinnati, Ohio, is one of the largest centers for business and finance in the Midwest. In fact, the city is home to several major corporations including Procter & Gamble, Macy’s and The E.W. Scripps Company. The city also serves as headquarters for nine Fortune 500 companies and 15 Fortune 1000 companies. As could be expected, many corporate executives and CEOs are frequently in need of private jet charter flights to and from the Cincinnati area.

In an effort to provide a safe and convenient travel service to Cincinnati executives and Midwest travelers, Stratos Jet Charters recently invited one of the leading private jet operators located in the central Ohio area to join our exclusive Approved Vendor Program. Through this new vendor relationship, Stratos Jets now has access to three of the safest and most luxurious turboprop and light jet aircraft in the Cincinnati, Columbus and Cleveland, Ohio areas.

By inviting the aircraft operator to join our elite association of air carriers, Stratos Jets can provide air charter service to and from Cincinnati and other destinations on two King Air B200s and one Citation II. These private aircraft are noted for their versatility and comfort for short-distance and same-day charter flights. The advantage of the King Air turboprops lies in its ability to accommodate up to nine passengers over a range of 1,000 nautical miles with heavy cargo. The Citation II, on the other hand, can carry eight passengers over a range of 1,584 miles with plenty of cabin space.

In order for the central Ohio-based operator to become apart of our approved vendor program, it had to first adhere to Federal Aviation Administration Part 135 and Department of Transportation regulations. In addition, the aircraft operator was required to meet with our own strict and stringent air charter safety standards. Our set of membership criteria was established by our experienced air charter professionals to ensure passenger safety for every charter flight booked through our agency.

After finding the aircraft operator to be in full compliance with our Approved Vendor criteria, Stratos Jets is happy to provide on-demand jet charter service to and from the Columbus, Cincinnati, Cleveland and other cities in the Midwest. Through our Approved Vendor Air Carrier program, we hope to add value to all Midwest jet charter flights.

Contact Stratos Jets:

1.888.478.7286

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Passport and Visa Requirements for Charter Flights to and from the United Kingdom

Tuesday, June 15th, 2010


Charter a Jet to London England

Rent a Private Jet to London England

Air Charter Flights between New York and London England

This summer season, charter a private jet to the London England to enjoy the safest and most convenient way to travel to your next European vacation. One of this year’s most popular summer getaways, the United Kingdom or Great Britain, encompasses the rich history and diverse culture of three European nations: England, Ireland and Scotland. These countries offer something for every jet traveler, from London’s world-famous shopping districts to the rugged beauty of the Irish coastline.

If you’re thinking about chartering a private jet to Great Britain for your summer vacation, there are a few important passport and entry requirements you should know first. As a U.S. citizen, you won’t need to obtain a travel visa if you’re planning on staying in the U.K. for less than six months. However, you will be required to obtain and present a valid U.S. passport prior to boarding any international flight to the U.K. This includes all international private jet charter flights as well. And because you will need your passport to get back into the States on your return leg, you will need to make sure you don’t lose your passport during your stay.

While visiting Britain, you may want to spend some other Western Europe cities in the U.K. such as London or Dublin. Private jet charters are a great way to spend a day in different parts of Europe without the hassle and inconvenience of commercial travel. It is important to understand that while U.K. cities are technically located in the same state, they are still under the separate rule of their own countries. This means that U.S. citizens will need a valid passport in order to fly anywhere from the U.K. to England, Ireland, Wales or Scotland. On the other hand, citizens of the U.K. do not need a passport to travel from England to Ireland, the Channel Islands or the Isle of Mann. They do, however, need a passport to travel to the United States.

For more passport-specific information for your next jet charter flight to England, Ireland or Scotland, contact an expert Stratos Jet Charters air charter agent today. Our private jet charter agency is currently arranging private jet charter flights to and from the United Kingdom for summer vacations. We can assist you in finding a safe and highly-maintained aircraft that can accomplish a variety of different jet charter missions in the U.K. We believe our role as air charter specialists is to ensure your safety and comfort this summer season.

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1.888.478.7286

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Private Jet Charters – Air Charter Flights on Gulfstreams and Hawkers in New York

Thursday, June 10th, 2010

Charter Private Jets In New York

Air Charter Flight New York

Private Jet charter flight New York to London

As one of the most popular air charter destinations, it’s no wonder that New York’s Manhattan is home to several of the finest private jet aircraft in the world. At Stratos Jet Charters, we provide business executives and travelers air charter service to and from New York City on a wide variety of business aircraft, from heavy cargo-carrying turboprops to long-range heavy jets. Our air charter agency strives to provide the most valuable charter service to NYC that can meet the specific needs of all of our clients.

In an effort to provide a multitude of aircraft options for charter flights to and from the New York area, we recently invited one of the largest NY-based aircraft operators to join our prestigious Approved Vendors Program. Through our new vendor relationship, Stratos Jets can now provide on-demand charter service to and from the New York City metro area on one of the most diverse aircraft fleets in the country.

Our new vendor relationship will add value to our jet charter service in several ways. First, the vendor relationship will grant our air charter agency access to 14 of the safest and most desirable jet aircraft in the New York City area. These aircraft include (but are not limited to) a King Air B200, two Gulfstream IVs and three brand new Hawker 4000s. Each aircraft in the air carrier’s fleet has an average age of three years and at least $100 million of insurance, ensuring the safety and comfort of each flight.

The new vendor’s diversified fleet will enable Stratos Jets agents to arrange charter flights from New York to any destination in the world. The King Air B200, for example, can accommodate up to eight passengers and is the perfect aircraft for round-trip charter flights from New Jersey to Cape Cod. The Hawker 4000, the most advanced super-midsize aircraft in its class, can accommodate up to eight passengers over a range of more than 3,000 nautical miles. International charter flights from New York to London non-stop are also possible on the Gulfstream GIV.

In order for the New York operator to become an approved vendor, it was first required to meet with Stratos Jets’ strict and stringent air carrier criteria.  This criteria required the aircraft operator to adhere to Federal Aviation Administration Part 135 regulations as well as Department of Transportation regulations.  In addition, the vendor had to meet with our own high insurance and flight crew member requirements. Our air charter agency established this set of stringent criteria to ensure our clients’ safety on every charter flight.

After finding our new vendor to be in full compliance with these standards, Stratos Jets is now happy to provide jet charter service to and from the New York City area on the most diverse fleet of safe and luxurious jet aircraft.  By inviting the aircraft operator to join our Approved Vendor Program, Stratos Jets hopes to provide the best air charter service to and from New York in the industry.

Contact Stratos Jets:

1.888.478.7286

info@stratosjets.com

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Charter Flights from New York City to the Hamptons

Monday, June 7th, 2010

Turbo-prop Charter Flights in New York, Manhattan and the Hamptons

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Stratos Jet Charters arranges weekend charter flights to the Hamptons from New York

After a long week on Wall Street, a luxury weekend getaway to the Hamptons is just what New York business executives need to get a little rest and relaxation. But at six o’clock on a Friday, driving from Manhattan to the Hamptons is nearly impossible in heavy, congested traffic. Suddenly your much-needed vacation is put on hold because of a lack of short distance travel options to the Hamptons. With eight million people living in Manhattan and its surrounding boroughs, there’s not much you can really do to avoid the traffic, or is there?

This weekend, leave the chaos and stress behind you by chartering a private turboprop from New York City to the Hamptons. Relax by the beach in your comfortable seaside home, or practice your swing at some of the most prestigious golf courses in the world. Normally, the 100-mile drive from New York City to East Hampton takes a little over two hours, but in heavy traffic or in the summer season, the drive can take as long as four hours. Save yourself the endless frustration and extra headaches, and arrive in the Hamptons in just 45 minutes on a private turboprop charter. Private jet charters ensure that business executives and their families spend every available moment of their vacation in the Hamptons.

Currently, Stratos Jet Charters is arranging turboprop charter flight from New York City to the Hamptons out of two, different Manhattan airports. The state-of-the-art Teterboro and White Plains airports are conveniently located Minutes from downtown Manhattan are great options for busy executives and CEOs.

While we’re on the subject of convenient vacation travel options, why not consider chartering a turboprop from Boston to other vacation hotspots like Nantucket, Cape Cod and Martha’s Vineyard? A private jet charter will not only save your valuable time and energy, but will treat you to spectacular views of the Northeastern coast line. Unwind on a private turboprop charter flight to Nantucket by sitting back and watching the waves crash against the beach. No matter how you choose to travel to your next luxury vacation destination, remember there are several air charter options to ensure that your flight home leaves you rejuvenated and refreshed for the next workweek.
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