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*All competitor prices are extrapolated from company marketing materials by mathematically calculating hourly rates and expanding the rates to 25 hours. Prices are subject to fluxuations and additional fee's may apply. Always consult legal advice before entering a binding contract. Sky Routes savings per card assumes all routes are flown as Sky Routes.
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The Marquis Jet Partners were purchased by fractional ownership company NetJets in 2010. Since then, the Marquis brand has been the forerunner for NetJet's Card program. The Marquis program offers access to the NetJet's fleet of aircraft 25 hours at a time. There are several restrictions to the Marquis card program. These restrictions are highlighted on the Marquis Jet Card agreement found here and the Marquis Jet Card Terms and Conditions found here. It is important to note the differences between the NetJets Fractional Program and the Marquis Jet Card
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The Marquis Jet Card cost $155,900 for 25 hours in a Light Jet plus fuel surcharge, taxes and other fees. A Marquis Mid-Size will cost $207,900 for a 25 hour card. A Marquis Jet Card Super-Mid will cost between $235,900 and $282,900. This cost extends all the way up to $374,900 to buy into their Heavy Jet Card. Competing jet card programs can cost six figures less than a 25 hour Marquis card. Sky Routes members have access to the same aircraft type, age class and safety features which a Marquis member would enjoy. Request Sky Routes program details here! [links]
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So for advice on the best deals, Barron’s Penta turned to Doug Gollan, founder of Private Jet Card Comparisons, a modern-day online Kelley Blue Book for private jet cards that compares over 100 programs by 60-plus characteristics. Here are his top choices, broken down by category.
Best for peak days. Holidays and other high-demand periods can wreak havoc on your private jet card plans. Surcharges on hourly rates can be as high as 40%, and users can be stuck with stricter cancellation policies and longer leads times for booking jets. StraightLine Private Air never alters its prices on peak days, and it guarantees availability at your contracted rate. The price for a jet card starts at $49,900; each trip is quoted separately based on the flight’s routing. Silverhawk Aviation and JetSuite also have no peak days, but don’t offer guaranteed availability. more
Best for world travel. One of the appeals of jet cards is their pay-per-dollar or -hour system, so users know the bottom line before they board. But often, this rate is limited to a predetermined service area, which may only include the U.S. and possibly Canada, Mexico, and the Caribbean. If you want to fly outside the zone, you’ll be tagged a “ferry fee” to cover the cost of flying the jet back to its base after it drops you off or comes pick you up. Sometimes it even covers the costs of overnight stay for the pilots. VistaJet, by contrast, recently eliminated this ferry fee worldwide. The carrier charges $40,000 for its program, plus a $10,000 lifetime membership fee. It also offers a single-flight service for $12,000 to $17,000 per hour. Its fleet of super-midsize and long-range jets is more suitable for long-haul flights than smaller jets. more
The private jet industry has been conjuring up a wide variety of prepaid cards that allow clients on-demand travel without the expense and commitment of owning a jet. They work much like debit cards and offer a high degree of flexibility. Typically, you get either a set dollar amount or a fixed number of flying hours—say, $100,000 or 50 hours. But with so many programs available, the decision process can be disorienting. more
One client recently agreed ,saying, “No one has ever had my car washed and cold water in the cup holder when we landed. That extra little bit goes a long way and demonstrates attention to detail that I would imagine produces an extremely loyal customer base.” [links]
Flying privately not only saves precious time but provides a stress-free, luxurious flying experience whether your planned destination is for business or pleasure – and you don’t have to own a private jet. Instead of enduring the endless interference of commercial air travel, smart flyers are turning to jet cards to escape the airport hustle, long lines and in-flight disruptions.
Anderson agreed adding, “A Jet Linx Jet Card is really an entry into the Jet Linx family. Our members are treated like family on each and every flight. We have unparalleled customer service not only in aviation, but in any customer service industry in the country.” here
In addition, Jet Linx members have a peace of mind knowing the aircraft they are flying on boast the highest standards of aircraft safety – standards that go above and beyond FAA regulatory requirements. From having the best safety and risk management systems to strict pilot training procedures and more, Jet Linx takes every measure to protect our clients, their family, friends and business associates. This attention to safety has earned Jet Linx the highest safety ratings in the industry – ARGUS Platinum, IS-BAO Stage 3, and Wyvern Wingman. [links]
“A jet card is an agreement which allows the user guaranteed availability of a jet at fixed hourly rates, and with a guaranteed highest standard of safety,” Stephanie Anderson, Jet Linx Dallas Vice President of Sales and Operations, explained.
Ordinarily, the Chase Sapphire Reserve and American Express® Green Card are two of the best cards for travel purchases, as they earn 3x points on travel, amounting to a 6% return. However, since private jet spending doesn’t always code as travel, you’ll want to look into cards that have a high return on everyday spending.
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While the Blue Business Plus card appears to be the clear winner from a purely numerical standpoint, it’s important to break these options down one by one, taking a look at how these returns are calculated and which cards are right for you personally.
Analysis: The Chase Freedom Unlimited is a no-annual-fee card that earns a flat 1.5% cash back on general spending with no cap. While that’s a solid return on its own, you could potentially double the value of your rewards by pairing the Freedom Unlimited with a Chase Sapphire Reserve, Chase Sapphire Preferred Card or Ink Business Preferred Credit Card. By doing so, you’ll be able to redeem your cash-back as full-fledged transferable Ultimate Rewards points, amounting to a return of 3% per dollar spent based on our valuation of 2 cents per point. more
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Analysis: If it’s cash-back you’re after and want a card that’ll continue providing significant value after the first year, your best bet might be the Bank of America® Premium Rewards® credit card. Anyone who holds considerable assets in a BofA or Merrill account — including retirement or investment accounts — is eligible for the Bank of America’s Preferred Rewards program and will get increased rewards when spending with this card. If you maintain $100,000 or more in your accounts, you’ll qualify for Platinum Honors status and earn 3.5% back on purchases that code as travel or dining and an unparalleled 2.625% on everything else. [links]