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Jet Art Group Makes Masterpiece Using $10 Million Learjet Engine "Paintbrush"

Jared Paul Stern — Tue, 14 May 2013 02:31:28 EDT

In celebration of the pioneering aviation company�s 50th anniversary, Flexjet has partnered with New York-based Jet Art Group to create one-of-a-kind masterpieces using a Learjet engine as a $10 million dollar "paintbrush."...

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Upgrades and Perks to Expect From New American Airlines Merger

Mila Pantovich — Tue, 14 May 2013 02:19:56 EDT

With American Airlines having recently acquired the bankrupt US Airways, the airline is ready to compete with major carriers like United and Delta. Fliers of AA and US Airways can expect plenty of changes coming up from the acquisition, from upgraded in-f...

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How Could FAA Furloughs' Impact the Private Jet Industry?

Anthony Newcombe — Wed, 08 May 2013 10:10:05 EDT

How would the U.S. business traveler have been affected by the nearly full implementation of mass air traffic controller furloughs? Do you think we in the private jet business had some concerns over the recent prospect of these FAA furloughs? You bet we d...

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Virgin America Welcomes Your Beloved Pooch With an All-Pet Cabin

Mila Pantovich — Tue, 07 May 2013 10:10:03 EDT

If you're the type of person who dresses your pooch up to match your outfits, Virgin America may be the airline for you. On April 1 the carrier unveiled their newest class of service, Main Canine Select, which will be available on domestic flights � the a...

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Free Business Class Upgrades Are Coming to an End, Seats Now Going to Auction

Mila Pantovich — Wed, 01 May 2013 04:27:19 EDT

Many people buy economy plane tickets in hopes that once they get to the departure gate they can upgrade for free into an unclaimed business class seat. This possibility looks to be on the decline though thanks to various airlines around the world which a...

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US Airways Upgrading International Travel Experience

James Rothaar — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 06:34:37 EDT

US Airways is making improvements with various in-flight enhancements to make traveling internationally more comfortable and convenient. The revised amenity package begins on May 1, according to the commercial airliner....

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Get Lucky on Virgin America: Mile-High Flirting Made Easy Thanks to Sir Richard Branson

Mila Pantovich — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 04:26:48 EDT

Have you ever been in a bar with some friends and been sent a random drink from a stranger across the room? Even if you're not interested in the sender (maybe he has a face tattoo � la Mike Tyson), it can be nice to be noticed and you have the option of g...

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Flight Options' Jet Membership Club Signs 100th Member

James Rothaar — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 04:18:39 EDT

Private-aviation firm Flight Options, LLC, reports that it has�reached the 100-member milestone�in its Jet Membership Club program within a year of its launch. The company also announced the addition of a Nextant 400XT business jet t...

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First Nextant 400XT Business Jet Delivered in Switzerland

James Rothaar — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 01:40:27 EDT

TAG Aviation is the first private aviation company in Switzerland to acquire a Nextant 400XT airplane. The new business jet was delivered earlier this month and is the third aircraf...

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Luxury Brands Elevate In-Flight Perks for Preferred Passengers

Tina Stewart — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 01:04:39 EDT

Snagging a pair of headphones from a long flight can be fun, but receiving a custom case full of name brand amenities sure is better. More and more leading airlines are hoping t...

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Magellan Jets Opens U.S. Destinations to Russia with Private Jet Charters

Tina Stewart — Wed, 06 Mar 2013 02:22:10 EST

Affluent travelers now have even more options for flying to and within the United States, because one of the world leaders in private aviation is expanding to the Russian market. Customers flying from Russia now have access to JustLuxe.com

Flexjet Honored With 14th Consecutive Diamond Award of Excellence

Tina Stewart — Thu, 28 Feb 2013 07:20:17 EST

We hear that flying is supposedly safer than other forms of travel, such as driving and rail � try telling that to your shaking legs at 20,000 feet though. Whether you are flying commercial or on a JustLuxe.com

Founder of JetWay Private Air Talks Future of Jet Charters

Mila Pantovich — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 06:44:37 EST

For those of us who simply don't have the time to deal with airport security and the possibility of flight delays or cancellations, flying private is the obvious choice. However, when the economy began struggling many people who once flew private had to s...

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XOJET Expands Fleet With New Alliance

Tina Stewart — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 06:58:37 EST

One way for a company to enlarge their assets is to join forces with another � simple addition, right? For private jet charters, clients who entrust their services to
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Virgin Atlantic Partners with British Artist for Gallery in the Air

Carol Driver — Wed, 30 Jan 2013 06:07:33 EST
Art-lovers travelling from London to New York are being invited to take part in a brand new way of acquiring fine art � purchasing it from a commercial gallery at 35,000 feet. Up...

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Fly Private With Magellan Jets for the Super Bowl and Receive Special Event Access

Annalisa Solari — Fri, 25 Jan 2013 06:41:23 EST
This year the Super Bowl will be held in the famously exhilarating city of New Orleans, and we for one can�t think of a better reason to round up your friends and swing over to the Big Easy for a round or two. If you are already planning to attend the gam...

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Breaking the Sound Barrier at the 2013 Air Shows

Tina Stewart — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 01:31:14 EST
Aerial performances can be pretty exhilarating, hearkening spectators back to an era when flight technology was innovative and promised a bright future. Even if you don�t own a personal plane, just being present to watch the spectacular JustLuxe.com

American Airlines Flies Forward with a Brand New Look

Tina Stewart — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 07:52:56 EST
At the cruising altitude of 34,000 feet, a shiny coat of paint might not do much to allay the fear of flying, but it improves the look of an airline nonetheless. After more tha...

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Just How Far Do Private Jets Fly?

Mila Pantovich — Wed, 09 Jan 2013 05:09:55 EST
Flying in a private jet sounds amazing; not only do you get to avoid airport hassles, you also get to know that you're flying in a way most people never will. While you proba...

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Executive Helicopter Charter Adds Sikorsky S-76 to Fleet

James Rothaar — Mon, 07 Jan 2013 05:48:29 EST
A full-service helicopter operator offering on-demand, luxury charters, has added a Sikorsky S-76 to its fleet. The S-76�seats up to eight passengers in posh style. HeliFlite, a multifaceted aviation outfit, has seven helicopters with four Bell 430 and th...

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Aeroméxico Adds Six Boeing 787 Dreamliners to Fleet

James Rothaar — Wed, 02 Jan 2013 02:33:04 EST
Aerom�xico confirmed its order for six Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners. Based upon the published list of the aircraft, the finalized deal is valued at more than $1.2 billion. The Mexican commercial airline also holds a reconfirmation status on four additional Dr...

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Become an Astronaut with the Space Expedition Corporation

Annalisa Solari — Mon, 17 Dec 2012 02:19:26 EST
Traveling across the globe can be great, but for us constant jet-setters we generally hit a point where we feel as if we have seen it all. If you have stars in your eyes � and by that, we literally mean stars � then this holiday season the Space Expeditio...

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Flexjet's Mobile-Friendly Website | A Tool of Engagement

James Rothaar — Thu, 13 Dec 2012 06:04:44 EST
Like so many other firms these days, private aviation companies are pushing the envelope on websites to engage better with customers. Flexjet, a wholly owned subsidiary of Bombardier, recently announced that its website is available in a mobile-fri...

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Delta is London Bound in New Merger with Virgin Atlantic

Tina Stewart — Wed, 12 Dec 2012 06:17:50 EST
Delta fliers should cross their fingers and hope the merger with Virgin Atlantic is approved by regulators. The deal was announced Tuesday and will allow Delta to strengthen its presence at Heathrow, among other advantages. Both airlines will continue to ...

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Jet Card Program Offers Cross-Country Flights for Less

James Rothaar — Mon, 10 Dec 2012 02:40:56 EST
Major players in the private luxury aviation industry are reaching out to members and offering special travel incentives to enrich their services and to enhance the experience fo...

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