PrivateFly launches flexible new Jet Card membership for frequent flyers

On-demand private jet provider extends its offering with new PrivateFly Jet Card for frequent flyers
The Jet Card takes off as travellers look for a safer, more reliable way to fly
US routes will be operated through exciting new partnership with Sentient Jet

London, UK, 4 August 2020: PrivateFly, a Directional Aviation company, has today launched a new jet card program for frequent flyers in Europe and the US.

The PrivateFly Jet Card will offer clients access to a range of premium and safety-accredited private jet aircraft at fixed hourly rates and at 24-hours’ notice, amid increased demand for private jet travel during COVID-19.

In July, PrivateFly saw enquiries double compared with the same period last year, as consumer confidence in airline travel fell, caused by uncertainty over global travel restrictions, consumer worries over quarantine and social distancing and the continued cancellation of commercial flights by airlines around the world.

Despite business travel not yet returning, bookings were at 90% of the same period the year before, with European travellers heading for popular leisure destinations including Nice, Ibiza and Palma.

Adam Twidell, PrivateFly CEO, said: “With our new PrivateFly Jet Card, we see a strong and exciting opportunity to offer enhanced convenience and personalisation, both to our international on-demand clients who are flying more often and to new clients who are adopting new buying habits and seeking greater control, safety and privacy when they fly.

“This includes owners or fractional owners who are trading down and first or business class airline travellers looking to avoid busy airport terminals and near-term cancellations to scheduled services, with the certainty of guaranteed availability and the reassuring safety-first culture of a leading global aviation group.”

The PrivateFly Jet Card is aimed at frequent flyers who value the convenience of fixed, upfront hourly rates, as well as a seamless booking process and confidence in the knowledge they can access their preferred aircraft group – even at short notice.

US routes will be provided via an exciting new partnership with PrivateFly’s sister company Sentient Jet – the US market leader and inventor of the jet card 20 years ago.

Andrew Collins, President & CEO of Sentient Jet, added “We’re pleased to partner with PrivateFly at such a critical and unique time. Given the success of the guaranteed, fixed-rate model in the United States, we think the efforts by this talented and experienced team will lead to a rapid leadership position in the European and international jet card markets.”

Cardholders will benefit from priority access to PrivateFly’s family fleet of group-owned aircraft, with guaranteed aircraft availability, flexible booking terms and unparalleled 24/7 service.

PrivateFly Jet Card clients can buy a card for a minimum of 25 hours, choosing from three aircraft categories; Light Jet, Midsize Jet or Heavy Jet. Fixed hourly rates start from €5,900 for the Light Jet Card in Europe.

They are also free to switch between aircraft categories without paying a surcharge, other than the difference in hourly rate.

Membership offers guaranteed 24-hour access to PrivateFly’s premium family fleet aircraft, in addition to rigorously-accredited aircraft operated by a selection of its preferred suppliers.

Up to five nominated users can be added to a PrivateFly Jet Card and clients returning within 24 hours of their outbound trip can also enjoy a 20% discount on their hourly rate.

For more information about the new PrivateFly Jet Card and how to ‘Fly Your Way’, please visit: www.privatefly.com/jetcard.

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About PrivateFly:

PrivateFly is a leading international provider of on-demand private jet charter and jet cards, and part of Directional Aviation. With thousands of accredited aircraft integrated worldwide, PrivateFly combines innovative technology with a team of aviation experts, available 24/7 – making it faster and easier to arrange a private jet, wherever and whenever you want to fly.

PrivateFly holds Argus Certified Broker and Wyvern Broker best practice accreditations and is a preferred partner of Virtuoso, the world’s leading luxury travel network. Established in 2008, PrivateFly’s Global Headquarters are located in St Albans, UK.

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My name is Paul Cremer, and this marks my 42nd year working within the business and general aviation industry. Over this time, I’ve had the privilege of overseeing a diverse array of sector activities, ranging from aircraft charter and management to air ambulance services, ground operations, air traffic control, airport management, technology implementation, and the outsourcing services I currently manage.

In my role focused on delivering advisory, technology, and outsourcing services to aviation customers, I handle a wide spectrum of responsibilities. This includes overseeing International Trip Support, Operations Control Centre Services (OCC), Continuing Airworthiness Management Service (CAMO), Airworthiness Reviews, ARC Services, Aircraft Delivery and Re-delivery Support Services, Maintenance Coordination Services including AOG, Tech Ops (Maintenance Control Centre), and managing myairops software products. As the Head of Aviation Delivery, I lead the customer-facing delivery of Technology & Outsourcing products and services for the market, drawing upon a wealth of knowledge, expertise, and industry connections within Gama Aviation’s Technology and Outsourcing Strategic Business Unit.

My journey into Business and General Aviation began during my teenage years while still in school. I was fortunate enough to be welcomed into the industry, starting at a flying club, and later working at the Air Traffic Services Unit at Blackbushe Airport. There, I maintained the ATC Movement Logs in the Control Tower during weekends, solidifying my passion for aviation. Upon completing my schooling, I seized opportunities at Fairoaks Airport, where I began as Ground Crew while pursuing my Aerodrome Flight Information Service Officer’s license. Advancements in my career led me to the role of Air Traffic Services Manager.

Since joining Gama Aviation in 1996, I’ve held various positions, including Operations Manager (Post Holder), Operations & Commercial Manager, Commercial Manager, Operations Delivery Manager, Head of Business Aviation Delivery, and currently, Head of Aviation Delivery. This role encompasses Gama Aviation Group’s Gama Aviation, myairops, and FlyerTech companies.

In 2023, I was honoured to be invited to serve as the Chair of the Operations Working Group for the British Business & General Aviation Association. This opportunity allows me to contribute to industry initiatives within BBGA’s membership of nearly 200 industry companies, focusing on challenges such as regulatory compliance, Air Services Agreements, technological advancements, workforce development, operational matters, and sustainability.

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Marc represents your position in Europe (even post Brexit) – as President of ECOGAS (European Council of General Aviation Support) which maintains a voice with EASA. All the major member states are represented on the ECOGAS board. With EASA restructuring its meetings with industry, ECOGAS is now well positioned to represent our position in all areas following industry partnerships with the European Independent Maintenance Group and with ARPAS the new drone and autonomous association.

Marc is chair of the UKASF (United Kingdom Airworthiness Strategic Forum) as part of an initiative to develop Aviation Services across all aviation activities. The UKASF pulls together airlines, MROs, Rotary, Drones, and commercial GA bodies to work with CAA and DfT. The objective is for industry to take the lead to drive strategic issues to benefit all parties. We are well positioned after four years to continue our good work and with the re-established role of Chief Surveyor in the CAA we have a good focal point to do this.

Marc chairs the CAA Finance and Services Forum which allows industry in the UK to discuss in the financial plans for the CAA and the value for money delivered by those funds paid by industry. This is a new and valuable new platform for all parties.

Under recent developments Marc has formed an alliance with, ARPAS, AOPA, BHA and BBGA so that we can strengthen our voice under a joint ‘GA 4 Biz’ banner. This alliance is working to do everything possible to represent the industry’s business interests with UK government and to help realise the Government’s desire to make UK General Aviation a Global Leader in a post Brexit environment. GA4Biz – GA4Biz

The next Generation initiatives with industry and government have continued to develop with the retention platform now evolving into the “Aviation Skills Recruitment Platform”. The platform now not only offers a vehicle for those offering and seeking posts in aviation, it also provides pathways with its TalentView portion seeking to provide pathways for new entrants into our sector. The recruitment platform is being further developed to include training opportunities across a wide range of providers, from government agencies through academic bodies. Getting our next generation activities right in the UK over the next couple of years is our single most important issue which we in aviation must grab with both hands. Marc is playing a central role to help develop many of these channels.

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