Busting the biggest Private Charter Jet myths

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MERLIN1 charter jets Austin are proud to offer unparalleled value, superior customer service & incredible flexibility. With our primary bases in San Antonio & Austin as well as bases at Dallas, Fort Worth & Houston; our clients have a huge choice of top destinations to fly to & from across Texas & beyond by private jet charter.

This month at MERLIN1, we’re busting some of the biggest myths about private charter jet hire…

Myth 1 – Private jet travel is unaffordable
One of the most common myths is that you need to be extremely wealthy to hire a private charter jet. In fact, private jet travel has become more affordable & accessible to a wider range of clients in recent years. At MERLIN1, we can offer you ways to save whilst still travelling in style & luxury, providing the ultimate private charter jet experience.

MERLIN1 offer simple one-way pricing & ways to save including empty leg trips – available to book on a first come first served basis. Our empty leg offers consist of one-way travel on our Citation III 650 jets at heavily discounted prices. Currently we have a San Antonio repositioning flight available on our website. You can also register for empty leg flight alerts, so don’t miss out!

Travelling with a larger group & filling the seats on our private jets can also offer significant financial advantage, whether for business, a sporting event, wedding or music tour. MERLIIN1 provides the highest standard of service, which can be exclusively tailored to you & your travel companions – whatever your needs.

Myth 2 – Private jets can’t fly in bad weather
Another common myth surrounding private jet travel is that if bad weather forces commercial flights to delay or cancel, then private jets have to follow suit & be grounded too. Fortunately, private charter jets have the option of choosing an alternative airport, which allows you to book with a greater degree of confidence.

Private charter jets can also change flight plans quickly or push back their departure time & wait it out with minimal delays rather than cancel completely, which can sometimes be the outcome for commercial airlines in bad weather.

Merlin1 charter jet family with plane on runwayMyth 3 – The safety of private jet travel
Some potential clients may initially be concerned whether traveling on a private aircraft is as safe as commercial airplanes. However, you can be confident that every airline in the United States, including private jet travel, is extensively regulated by the Department of Transportation (DOT) & the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

Safety is our number one priority here at MERLIN1. We undergo rigorous checks & have a spotless safety record. Our highest standard private jets have never been in an incident, accident, or investigation since the inception of MERLIN1 over 20 years ago. We work closely with partners across our supply chain to ensure the safety of our crew & clients through every step of their journey with us.

Myth 4 – Private jets are not as fast as commercial airlines
Many believe that travelling by a commercial airline is faster than travelling by private jet. However, private jets often have the ability to fly faster, depending on the model of jet flown. For example, MERLIN1’s Citation III 650 jets have an impressive cruising speed of 543 miles an hour, allowing you to travel in speed & style!

The flexibility to fly in & out of smaller airports that are often closer to the clients’ departure point & destination also makes the makes the door-to-door speed significantly faster when traveling privately!

Get in touch
Planning a trip or want to know more? Our Concierge Team is available 24/7 to discuss all your requirements & any queries you have. Give us a call on 210.851.9967 or leave us a message online & we’ll be in touch soon. We can’t wait to welcome you on board our private charter jets for an unforgettable experience!

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