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Magellan JetsMagellan Jets just announced a new partnership with Blue Sky Luxury Travels, putting more of Blue Sky’s elite destinations -- private islands, private villas, and yacht charters -- for the UHNW private jet traveler.   Blue Sky Luxury Travels - Laucala Island, Fiji  Just as Magellan offers a variety of ways to fly privately, Blue Sky offers guests an expansive list of destinations when curating their dream vacations. Blue Sky and Magellan are dedicated to providing exceptional hospitality services to their clients, as they provide uniquely personalized itineraries. Blue Sky’s luxury villa list ranges from bayside getaways in Anguilla,…

Apertus AvaitionTravelling in the post-pandemic world has its own set of challenges. With the rise of private aviation, Just Luxe had a conversation with Mr Ringo Fan, Managing Director of Apertus Aviation on what is the impact of the changes and impact on the private aviation sector. What inspired you to start Apertus Aviation? I was brought up and educated in both Australia and Hong Kong, providing me with something of an international mindset. I have always been passionate about travel and fascinated by the aviation industry. Having been fortunate enough to travel frequently from a young age, whether studying…

NetJets and Aerion Reach Deal for $2.4 Billion Worth of Supersonic Jets   LifeStyle/Aircraft Private aviation and fractional-ownership leader NetJets has obtained purchase rights for 20 AS2 supersonic jets from manufacturer Aerion. With each plane priced at $120 million, the total value of the deal is $2.4 billion and extends Aerion’s global order backlog to more than $10 billion. The order announcement came with the news that NetJets and Aerion are partnering with FlightSafety International to establish a new global Supersonic Training Academy for pilots of the AS2.   The AS2 will seat 8 to 12 passengers and travel at…

Gulfstream Making Massive Expansion to Its Wisconsin Completions Center for Private Jet Interiors   LifeStyle/Aircraft Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. will expand and renovate its Appleton, Wisconsin, facility’s completions operations, further enhancing the creation and installation of award-winning Gulfstream aircraft interiors. The expansion will ultimately create more than 200 new jobs. The expansion will increase the current space by more than 13,000 square feet, bringing the total completions space to 126,500 sq ft. Upgrades will include: An upgraded furniture finishing shop to house Gulfstream artisans and the hand-crafted furnishings they build for each customer aircraft Consolidated completions back shops to improve workflow…

Jet Edge, the global leader in full-service private aviation, announces a new partnership with Four Seasons Resorts Hawaii. The ultimate tropical travel experience begins the moment travelers board a Jet Edge aircraft, where they will enjoy a special in-flight experience designed in partnership with Four Seasons Resorts Hawaii. Four Seasons guests will enjoy premier access to Jet Edge’s Large Cabin Point-to-Point fleet on flights to the Hawaiian Islands, featuring the highest caliber Gulfstream and Bombardier aircraft.Once guests touch down in Hawaii, they will be treated to personal and sincere service from Four Seasons’ award-winning staff. All properties offer a symbiotic…

Photos Credit: BoeingIf you didn’t get what you really wanted for Christmas, aviation enthusiasts will be happy to know they can now buy what their heart truly desires—luxury aviation furniture made exclusively from up-cycled Boeing parts. Of course, a passion for flight (and a love of eclectic furniture) is required, as the collection consists of plane parts re-crafted into chairs, coffee tables, side tables, wine bars, and accessories. Whether you prefer the sleek lines of a remodeled jet engine or a straightforward jumper seat to admire for its rough and rugged aesthetic, if you love the craftsmanship of aviation, you’ll…

Photo credits: AerionBuilt on four pillars that drive the innovative nature of the company, Aerion announced that their AS2 business jet will be the only supersonic aircraft ever designed for carbon-neutral operation. Aerion is driven to engineer a faster tomorrow, with a mindset of a startup built upon innovation and risk taking, the company is pioneering the future of travel. They have been able to significantly reduce the time and friction of travel while leaving no carbon footprint behind. Furthermore, the company announced the breaking of ground on its new campus ahead of the 2023 production start. With an expected first flight…

Jet Edge/Jonah AdlerJonah Adler is chief commercial and marketing officer for Jet Edge, a company that has redefined, especially during Covid-19, private aviation standards as regards private jet sales, management, charter, and client safety.  It operates and manages a diverse fleet of aircraft from mid-size through VIP Airliners, specializing in Super Midsize, and Large Cabin aircraft.  As many predicted, the private jet industry, of which Jet Edge is an active player, has become even more successful at present due to potential germ spread and environmental cleanliness, often associated with commercial flying right now.  Challenger P2P - Photos Courtesy of Jet…

Photo Images Courtesy of Aviation CharterWhat’s the first thing that enters your mind whenever someone mentions “private jet travel?” In all likelihood, hearing talk about chartering a private jet conjures images of dollar signs in your eyes. After all, private jet charter services have long had a reputation for being accessible only to the wealthy. While flying by private jet can be expensive, it’s not true that only the rich can afford it. It’s even possible for flying private to cost less than flying commercial. In any case, let’s take a closer look at private jet travel’s pros and cons,…

Schubach AviationWith the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic irrevocably changing what it means – and looks like – to fly commercial, incentives for choosing private jet travel have never been higher. And respected Carlsbad-based charter operator and aircraft management company, Schubach Aviation, has been perfectly poised to meet this growing demand. Based at McClellan-Palomar Airport, Schubach has been a Southern California “jet-setter” go-to for almost thirty years – it’s fleet of 12 charter aircraft regularly whisking passengers away to destinations like Palm Springs, West Palm Beach, Paris, and London President and CEO Kimberly Herrell, who acquired the company from founder Henry Schubach just six weeks before Covid-19 hit, shared that…