Bigger and better private jets make their way to Gulf Arab region
Slumping sales and uncertain recovery have prompted private jet manufacturers to introduce larger luxury business jet models in the Gulf Arab region to attract new investors.
Some of these private jet makers include Bombardier, Embraer, and Airbus. All are hoping that the industry will rebound through the private jet sector.
The Gulf Arab region is home to many potential investors, who are quite interested in private jet travel. Using these jets is well understood in the region.
Compared to other regions, Middle East execs usually prefer private jet travel over chartered aircraft. That’s why private jet manufacturers are bringing in private jets with larger cabin space and state-of-the-art interior.
Some companies are even preparing for the 2022 Qatar World Cup with special private jet promos.
JetSuite private jets now available in 4 major Texas metros
JetSuite, the private jet operator, has now expanded to Houston and three other Texas metropolitans.
The California-based private jet charter company says that it will conduct flights within the state, including rural and national areas.
The expanded fleet includes a new four-passenger Embraer Phenom 100 with state-of-the-art interiors.
Other new JetSuite service areas include Austin, San Antonio, and Dallas-Forth Worth.
The expanded service will launch on December 15.
Oprah’s private jet lands in Australia
Oprah Winfrey’s private jet has landed in Cairns, the first stop of her “Ultimate Australian Adventure.”
She will not stay in Cairns for long. After her private jet is refueled, the US talk show host will head to Hamilton Island in the Whitsundays.
There Oprah will entertain an audience of 302 people comprised of different age demographics.
Earlier this year, Oprah said that she would fly to Australia for her 25th and final season on air.
Two episodes of The Oprah Winfrey Show will be held at the Sydney Opera House next week.
Even Better Than a Visit From Santa: JetSuite Offers Christmas Day Private Jet Charter for Only $999 for the Whole Plane
Private jet operator JetSuite announces today the ultimate Christmas gift: $999 for one-way travel on one of its brand new, four-passenger Phenom 100 aircraft between any of its SuiteSpot preferred airports on Christmas Day, Saturday, December 25th, 2010, within its primary service area in the West (California, Nevada, and Arizona), and separately, in Texas. The company’s SuiteSpots – where other ultra-low and ultra-popular fares are offered – include:
West: Sacramento, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Mammoth, Orange County, Phoenix, San Diego, San Francisco Bay Area, Santa Barbara, Tahoe/Reno and Tucson
Texas: Austin, Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio
Don’t want to spend the holiday in one of these places? Customers can also take advantage of a special $999 day rate + $999 per flight hour rate to anywhere within the West and within Texas.
Chartering a jet from JetSuite is just like booking a seat from a commercial airline – no financial commitments or complicated contracts are required, and pricing is all-inclusive. JetSuite not only makes private travel more affordable during the holiday season, but fares starting at just $999 for the whole plane in markets like Los Angeles – Las Vegas and Dallas – Houston are regularly available.
To book travel, please call (866) 779-7770. Special Christmas Day rates must be booked by midnight on December 18th, 2010.
ABOUT JETSUITE
JetSuite is the first and only private jet operator to offer a fleet of exclusively all-new Embraer Phenom 100 aircraft in charter programs, with pricing that is competitive with commercial airline rates. JetSuite is rated Platinum by ARGUS, the highest possible safety rating in the private jet industry.
The Embraer Phenom 100 seats four passengers comfortably in the most spacious cabin in its class, and has the largest baggage compartment in its category with plenty of room for luggage, golf bags, and skis. The BMW-designed leather interiors feature Bose Quiet Comfort headsets, 110V power outlets, and XM Satellite Radio. JetSuite provides service from its SuiteSpots and elsewhere to airports throughout the United States, Canada and Mexico.
Pricing mentioned is subject to availability. Terms & conditions, taxes and fees apply.
Chinese private jet market is growing
More and more private jets are finding their way to China as the country’s business industry continues to flourish.
China is becoming the global center of trade, which is opening a new dimension of aviation industry in the country.
According to sources, five years ago there were only ten private jets in Hong Kong. Today, there are around 40 private jets in Hong Kong.
Experts attribute the increase in private jets to the increase in the number of millionaires in the country. Based on statistics from Hurun List, there are 1,363 millionaires in China and 189 people are in the range of being billionaires.
The increase of millionaires and billionaires in the area has stimulated the private jet market. These people use this aircraft for both business and leisure.