The battle of turboprop vs turbojet aircraft has been going on for quite some time now amongst the aviation community. With a huge number of advantages and information to evaluate before you come to a decision, it can be really confusing to know which aircraft perfectly adapt to your requirements. The reason why we decided to create this blog!

Today, Miami Jet will tell you about the differences between turboprop and jet aircraft. We will cover all crucial aspects so that you can make an informed decision.

Turboprop vs jet aircraft: Differences

The following are the major differences between turboprop and turbojet planes:

#1 Aircraft Safety

Both turboprops and jets are powered by turbine engines. Meaning, they are basically the same thing and are considered equivalent in terms of safety. No matter if one has a rotor on the outside and the other has fan blades inside the engine housing.

#2 Balanced field

[...]

Helen Keller once said, “alone we can do so little, together we can do so much.” Seems like ZeroAvia took her quote very seriously. The zero-emission flight specialist has recently announced that it is joining forces with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries RJ Aviation Group (MHIRJ) for building and retrofitting a regional hydrogen-powered aircraft.

For those who don’t know, ZeroAvia is a British/American hydrogen-electric aircraft developer that is responsible for the zero-emissions powertrain technology. Mitsubishi Heavy Industries RJ Aviation Group, on the other hand, covers design, certification, and the support experience for CRJ Series aircraft.

Our sources tell us that ZeroAvia has been busy developing a hydrogen-electric power system based on fuel cell technology [...]

Various companies have been racing to build the first all-electric flying taxi — and Lilium, one of Germany’s leading flying taxi startups, is leading the pack. The company is already planning to launch its first operations in the U.S., specifically Florida, in 2024. Its first vertiport hub, and headquarters, will be located in the Lake Nona suburb, near the Orlando International airport. This will enable the vertiport to tap into the airport’s 70 million yearly passengers, though Lilium is also planning to build a network of 14 vertiports throughout the state. Through these hubs, Lilium will be introducing its new generation of eVTOL jets.

What is eVTOL?

“eVTOL” is short for “electric vertical take-off and landing.” These are vehicles that function similarly to [...]

They say patience is the key to success. And It seems like Textron Aviation – one of the famous aircraft manufacturers in the aerospace industry – has finally found that key! The company’s rebranded Beechcraft Denali Turboprop has successfully completed its initial ground engine runs, moving closer to its first flight.

According to the announcement made by Wichita airframer, the Beechcraft Denali turboprop aircraft has passed its first major test and is all set to make its maiden flight within the next three months. The Kansas-based company stated that the aircraft’s fuel system, engine, interface with avionics, and electrical systems functionalities had been tested thoroughly and verified by its experts.

“These successful engine runs are a significant step toward the upcoming inaugural flight for the Beechcraft Denali, and they are a testament to the determination and collaboration from both the Textron Aviation and GE Aviation teams,” says Chris Hearne – senior vice-president of engineering at [...]

Oprah Winfrey once said, “it’s great to have a private jet. Anyone that tells you that having your own private jet isn’t great is lying to you.” She said it right. Buying a private jet is one of the best investments one could make in 2021.

The COVID-19 pandemic has totally transformed the way we travel. People nowadays are on the lookout for low-risk, point-to-point travel without having to move through passenger terminals or sitting close to individuals they don’t know. But the question that arises here is how to buy the best private jet?

Consider these buying factors while choosing the right aircraft for your next flight:

Determine your travel needs

First things first. You should genuinely think of your travel needs. If you do not clearly identify your requirements, you cannot possibly know where to start. Ask yourself these questions before buying the best private jet:

• How far will you travel from [...]

Embraer never disappoints its customers. Whether it’s about producing new commercial turboprop aircraft and military jets or providing aeronautical services, it knows how to do things right. The Brazilian multinational aerospace manufacturer recently unveiled its latest turboprop concept for the North American regional airline market.

According to the remarks by its top engineering executive during a live netcast, Embraer is researching the advancement of a next-gen turboprop airplane with engines fitted at the back. The purpose of this conspicuously new concept is to provide passengers with a great jet-like experience.

“Our proposition is to provide a high technology 70 to 90 seat turboprop with the same architectural plan of the e-jets. Very convenient, no middle seats and capacious overhead bins,” said Luís Carlos Affonso — senior vice president of the e-jets program at a Brazilian multinational aerospace company.

<img loading="lazy" class="aligncenter wp-image-3935 size-full" title="Embraer Aircraft for Sale - Miami Jet Aircraft Broker - Miami Aircraft [...]

The eight million, one hundred thousand dollar project of Oklahoma’s Ponca City Regional Airport (KPNC) to reconstruct its 7,200-foot runway was finally finished last July 13, 2021.

“The construction completed at this airport will ensure the viability of the runway for the next 40-plus years,” said State Secretary of Transportation Tim Gatz as he thought of this project as a good way to provide excellent aviation infrastructure assets for the north-central Oklahoma area.

The airport’s runway surface was milled and replaced in the month of September last year. The drainage problems were solved, and the runway lights and guidance signage were [...]

Still feeling the great impact of the pandemic, global aviation services group Air Partner predicts a rising surge in travel demand for leisure as people get more interested in private jets.

Private jets offer the assurance of keeping distance from strangers, which is one of the ways to avoid getting Covid-19, as stated by the World Health Organization. Thus, the luxury given by privacy is worth the price. Last summer 2020, Air Partner has successfully predicted the upcoming presence of first-time private jet users, which is also being expected to happen for this year, 2021, [...]

Kam Air made history for Afghanistan with the first all-women crew successful flight. Not only was this a first for Kam Air, but a first for the country as a whole. For the nation that has had a history of non-existent and poor women’s rights, this is a huge step in the right direction and will be deemed a historical flight.

The airline has only been around since 2003, and it is the only privately run airline in the country. The aircraft flown was a 23-year-old Boeing 737-500. Although this is considered an elderly aircraft, it is still a year older than Kam Air’s first female Afghan pilot, Mohadese Mirzaee who is just 22. In addition to being the first female Afghan pilot to join Kam air. Mirzaee was the youngest of the crew. She took the role of First Officer next to Captain Veronica Borysova, age 32 who was the second female pilot to [...]

Although many different industries and businesses have suffered financially due to the Coronavirus pandemic, the travel industry has arguably taken the biggest hit. Airlines specifically faced a dramatic loss of $84.3 billion and passenger demand plunged by 94.3%, in April, hitting its record lowest according to The International Air Transport Association (IATA).

It can be hard to look past these enormous losses. But it might finally be safe to start looking on the bright side. The private jet industry is thriving and has been recovering more quickly than commercial airlines. Flight demands have shifted from necessary business [...]

Despite the airline and travel industries’ downfall due to the COVID-19 pandemic, a new airline has made its way into the United States.

First debuting in last year in Europe, Aero is the brainchild of Uber co-founder Garret Camp and former chief executive at Voom Airbus, Uma Subramanian.

The semi-luxury airline is aiming to offer “a radically better premium leisure travel experience” with all private jet-like planes being first class.

A luxury airline it is – flights for this month start at $990 one-way and are raising to $1,250 one-way in March. Although these are higher than a traditional airline ticket, these are more affordable [...]

It’s been a while since the world had to readjust to COVID-19, but thankfully in the world of aviation, operations are slowly returning online. As the world is rebounding, Aviation Report Operators state that industry activity is increasing faster than expected. There have been many efforts to ensure that the aviation business returns to form quickly, such as changing entire business models to accommodate health and safety. This is to ensure that the industry continues to utilize best practices to keep everyone safe.

For those in Business Aviation, adaptation and quick thinking were the keys to all [...]

Trade brokerage Jetcraft, which both advises clients on purchases and has its own inventory of aircraft, has said that the number of their clients who are first-time owners has doubled since COVID-19 started becoming a large issue around March.

“There has been a remarkable surge in those buying for the first time since Covid,” says President Chad Anderson. “People seem to be taking the view that they don’t want to expose their family or employees to any risk. And once they taste ownership they seldom go back.”

In a normal year, 5-10% of transactions at Jetcraft would be from first-timers, but now in 2020, [...]

President Joe Biden arrived in style to the inauguration on a chartered private jet breaking the tradition of arriving on a US Air Force plane. The Boeing Business Jet 737 flew Biden from Delaware New Castle Airport to Andrews Air Force Base. The aircraft is typically reserved for high-class private flyers, but Biden’s original plan to take an Amtrak into Washington rose security concerns.

The decision to forgo the Amtrak ride was not an easy one, because it has become Biden’s preference throughout his governmental career. Early in his career, he would [...]

Both houses of the US Congress have passed the third Coronavirus relief package for the aviation transport industry. This package will grant airlines $14 billion for payroll support while the pandemic is still happening. The funds will be included in the COVID-19 relief bill proposed by President Joe Biden, whose initial plan did not include new money for airlines.

The relief package will keep airlines from having to furlough or lay off workers through September 30, 2021. This extra time will allow airlines to continue recovering from the financial losses they suffered in 2020, as well as vaccinate all of the airline staff.

The relief package has gotten positive and hopeful feedback from airline [...]

If you’re interested in private aviation, chances are that you’re interested in speed & efficiency. It’s true that by traveling privately you’re saving a ton of time. From waiting in lines to check-in baggage to parking, private travel is overall much more efficient than commercial travel. But ignoring the practicality of flying private, private jets pack a lot of punch when it comes to straight-up speed. And who doesn’t like to go fast?

But what is the fastest business jet out there? We’re breaking down the 5 fastest business jets out there.

5. Dassault Falcon 7X/8X:

Dassault’s trijets, add another engine to the basic family and push up its [...]

Jets come in all different shapes and sizes, but ultra-long-range jets are usually the largest, fastest jets that have the highest passenger capacity.

Most ultra-long-range jets can accommodate somewhere between 14-16 passengers. But that is just the median, some can carry even more. Because of their increased size, they’re able to produce more power and travel much faster than smaller jets. They travel at around 500 knots on most ultra-long-range jet models.

Not only can the travel faster, but it says in right in their name: ultra-long-range jets can travel much further than their smaller counterparts, allowing non-stop international travel. This makes them [...]

Not too long ago, we covered the future of sustainable fuel, and how airlines have been very slow at adopting it. To give a quick refresher on what sustainable aircraft fuel (SAF) is, it’s a fuel alternative that’s developed with recycled materials, such as cooking oils, agricultural residues, or municipal waste. It also reduces the number of resources required from land and water supplies. While there have been steps forward to reduce carbon dioxide emissions, the issue with SAF was the price. The slow adoption of SAF has saved CO2 emissions by 80% so far, but there are alternatives in the form of propulsion technologies, and this is where the Cessna eCaravan comes into play.

The eCaravan is the largest electric [...]

Buying an aircraft is no small purchase and it usually comes with a pretty hefty price tag. As with any large purchase, it’s important to be smart about the process from beginning to end. Specifically, it’s important to assemble the perfect team of experts that have your best interest in mind.

The right lawyer is a very important member of that team, in addition to the best brokers and the best aircraft technicians. But there are so many other aspects that go into buying a private jet. So we’ve put together a comprehensive list of tips to help you make the best decisions when it comes to purchasing an aircraft.

1. Hire the right people:
The first thing our professionals tell our clients is that hiring building the right team for your aircraft purchase is absolutely paramount. The aircraft broker is the team lead, taking over for the client as the spokesperson and making [...]

Have you ever wondered about what exactly autothrottles do? Most people probably hadn’t, since until a few years ago fully integrated automatic flight control systems (AFCS) with autothrottles were reserved for transporters and heavy iron business jets. However, recently they are being included on single-engine turboprops and will also be included on piston aircraft. So for those who are curious, here is a bit of an explanation of what an AFCS with autothrottle is, and why it’s beneficial.

Some people are hesitant about automation, claiming that it reduces the amount of control you have over the craft in question. Whether it be cars, aircraft, or boats. The reality is that the main purpose of cockpit automation s to [...]

The FalconConnect portal for Dassault Aviation business jets has been reconfigured by Honeywell Aerospace to include a new dashboard with in-flight connectivity, flight planning and optimization, and flight database services in one place. FalconConnect is powered by Honeywell’s Forge analytics technology and includes high-speed airborne connectivity, hardened aviation cybersecurity, real-time data, flight planning, and aircraft tracking and monitoring.

“The new FalconConnect portal will provide the same quality of services that customers love, but now customers will have a singular connection to access their FalconConnect service subscription,” said Jean Kayanakis, Dassault Senior Vice President of the worldwide Falcon customer service and service center network. “Included are all the FalconConnect offerings—such as flight planning, flight database, and cabin connectivity software, services, and applications—and we will continue to add new features in the months ahead.”

John Peterson, Honeywell software and services Vice President and General Manager says that FalconConnect will allow customers to improve their performance by bringing [...]

Hailing from what is often considered the cantaloupe capital of the world, Stamoules Produce Company is a family-owned business that was in the market for their own aircraft. They selected the King Air 360.

The first Beechcraft King Air 360 turboprop was delivered and has entered service. This was commemorated at a handover ceremony with representatives from Stamoules Produce Company and Textron Aviation.

King Air turboprops have been favored for more than 50 years, and the 360 builds on that history of reliability, versatility, passenger comfort, and technological advancements.

“We’re very proud to be the launch customer of the new Beechcraft King Air 360,” says Katie Stefanopoulos, family [...]

We tend to follow the big names when it comes to aircraft development, how they progress the field, and the improvements they’re giving not only to general consumers but many businesses and institutions. However, it turns out that the US Air Force has developed a next-generation fighter jet all within the span of a year. Accumulating the design, build, and test flying a prototype, without anybody knowing. The details of the aircraft are confidential but, the Air Force stated that “its part of an effort to develop air welfare systems – including drones, fighter jets, and space and cyber warfare”.

Will Roper, the Assistant Secretary of the Air Force, mentions that they have “broke records” regarding new technologies [...]

Los Angeles is known for a lot of things, and this just adds to the ever-growing eclecticism of the area. On Sunday, August 20th, two pilots identified a “guy in a jetpack” flying alongside an airliner. “Only in LA,” the tower said jokingly, as typically speaking, people who have the technical and financial ability to fly a jetpack within that flight is extremely uncommon. Not to mention extremely dangerous, as the airspace around LAX is the busiest and most complex in the US.

To give perspective on the scenario, the airliner was flying around 3,000ft, while also being about 10 miles away from landing. There are [...]

Recently, the Spirit of Liberty Foundation hosted “America’s Operation Thank You: Relay in the Sky”, which was a tribute to the first responders and health care professionals working through the Coronavirus pandemic. It began on September 24th, in San Diego, California, and concluded with a closing ceremony in Washington D.C. on October 30th.

After arriving in D.C., more than 100 first responders and healthcare workers carried the Spirit of Liberty Torch, Love Healthcare Heroes Flag, and America’s Flag, [...]

A few weeks ago, Bombardier announced a celebration of the success of one of business aviation’s most popular aircraft. In July 9th, it was stated that the mid-sized six-year-old business jet has had it’s 350th delivery, making it one of Bombardier’s best-selling jets. With an intercontinental range that can maintain itself well with even full fuel and eight passengers, it’s no wonder people love using this aircraft! According to statistics, as of May 31, 2020, the challenger 350 has accumulated “more than 648,000 flight hours and more than 383,000 landings.”

So, what exactly sets the Challenger 350 apart from the crowd, and how has [...]

It’s nice to be able to understand how a component of our lives work in more detail, as it gives us greater appreciation for its design, and gives us the autonomy of control over the things we own. While D.I.Y. is fairly niche, at the end of the day being more informed about something you use often is always a good thing! Here at Miami Jet, we’ll outline some questions some may have regarding Jet Maintenance and explain why exactly it’s important. Since Jet Engines tend to have fewer moving parts than other counterpart engines, there are still fundamentals that cause wear.

When it comes to business jet engines, the aspects [...]

Have you always wanted to be behind the wheel of an aircraft? Certified and able to soar in a jet at your control and enjoy that newfound freedom?

There’s no time like the present to start. We’re not going to lie it’s going to take hard work and dedication to become a professional pilot. Knowing your goals and being determined to achieve them is the number one thing you need, and look you’re already started.

Let’s start with the obvious question, what is a professional pilot?

There’s a misconception about the word ‘professional’ in the industry. For many aviators, a professional pilot is someone wo flies for airlines. Whereas others consider it to include anyone [...]

One of the industries that have been greatly affected by the pandemic is the aviation industry, and this is mainly due to the decision of most countries to limit air travel and close their borders. Thankfully, things are finally looking up for the industry with the number of countries able to flatten the curve increasing by the day. The future looks even brighter for aviation businesses in Miami and here are some of the reasons why:

The existence of a federal stimulus package aimed at reviving the aviation industry

In order to help rebuild the airline industry, the federal government decided to include airports in their federal stimulus initiatives. Collectively, Florida airports are set to get nearly $900 million in federal stimulus money. Businesses within the Aviation industry are not the only ones who are expecting monetary assistance from the federal government. A great number of Florida counties are also allocating funds from the Coronavirus Aid, [...]

We enjoy aviation and aircraft here, and to many others it’s deeply ingrained to their lifestyle and passions. The joys and fleeting feeling of flight offers an experience like none other, especially if you’re in control of your own freedom and destination. However, there are always risks when doing anything, and while people know the risks involved, it’s always good to find ways to mitigate these risks. Doing so ensures that we can enjoy our passions safely and make the world a better place in general.

Choreo Electronics are aiming to reduce such risks involved with aviation and flying using a pilot training tool called FlightCoach. FlightCoach is a device to help [...]

Firnas Private is an executive aviation provider based in the UK. CEO Kazi Rahman provides his top 5 predictions for 2020.

Accessibility

Efficiency and flexibility in new sectors of private fight are allowing small and medium companies to use private air and support their bottom line. Cost-efficient aircrafts are able to land in remote locations resulting in decreased costs compared to commercial aircraft that require more stops to arrive at a destination.

New businesses are taking advantage by lowering the cost of seats on private aircrafts and optimizing ‘dead flights’ where a flight finishes dropping one passenger off and heads to pick another up. Charter jets are beginning to capitalize on this market and it’s predicted to grow this year as more passengers invest.

<img loading="lazy" class="alignright wp-image-3413 size-medium" title="Aircraft News - Aircraft Brokerage - Private Flights - Miami Jet" src="http://miamijet.net/wp-content/uploads/avel-chuklanov-QbTBCUJLqKY-unsplash-1-300x200.jpg" alt="Aircraft News - Aircraft Brokerage - Private Flights - Miami Jet" width="300" height="200" srcset="https://miamijet.net/wp-content/uploads/avel-chuklanov-QbTBCUJLqKY-unsplash-1-300x200.jpg [...]

Since the announcement of the UK’s vote to leave the European Union, there have been a lot of questions. The EU provided the UK with trade agreements, protections, and a multitude of other things, among them aircraft and aircraft technology certification.

The EU’s aviation regulatory agency, Europeans Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), handles certifications, standardization, approval, and regulation of civil aircraft and technology for member countries. The process is intensive and expansive as, just like a jet, there are a lot of moving parts.

As of January 1, 2021, the responsibility for all these moving parts will fall to the UK’s Civil Aviation Authority (CAA). According to the UK’s Transport Secretary, Grant Schapps, there [...]

With technology constantly improving, manufacturers are always introducing new ways to enhance their latest aircraft models. Upgrades like these are tempting to owners who are looking for the newest tech to experience. It’s very important that they consider the fact that “like-kind” exchanges are no longer available as an option for aircraft transactions. Let’s see how the CARES Act will provide benefits for acquiring an aircraft in 2020.

In 2017, the Jobs Act brought big changes to the aviation community. Business aircraft were no longer included in like-kind exchange regulations, and so when one was sold, it would result in gain recognition, with no deferrals available on [...]

Leap Day isn’t something we necessarily think of as exciting. An extra day that happens every four years, almost like Daylight Savings Time, our phones have it as a calendar event then it passes us by without a fuss. This year, however, Sentient Jet is making Leap Day very significant for those who sign up for a membership.

Coined the Ultimate Extra 24-Hours with Sentient Jet Experience, this package is a full day of the best New York City has to offer from private art tours, a meeting with a master watchmaker, collector-level wine tastings, a VIP chef’s dinner, and more.

Sentient Jet is part of a rising industry that connects [...]

The number one thing on the news and on everyone’s minds: COVID-19. Whether your state has mandated a stay-at-home order or not, coverage of this pandemic is something we can’t escape. Which is why we’ve decided to bring you some good news.

Aviation companies all over the world are coming together in support of medical professionals to create and transport necessary medical supplies to those who need it most. In this midst of this chaos and uncertainty, it’s important to see some good news.

Textron

The Wichita airframe company shifted gears in response the shortage of protective medical equipment and began producing plastic face shields and cloth face masks for healthcare providers. They’re collaborating with Wichita State University to manufacturer specialized shields designed [...]

As advised by the CDC and World Health Organization, Covid-19 is incredibly contagious with cases popping up all over the world. Recently, it found its way to the US.

While during a commercial flight, the risk is greater because of the sheer amount of people around you. Health organizations advise you to keep at least 3 feet away from anyone coughing or sneezing. In an effort to keep you, your family, and those around you safe, here are ways you can avoid contracting the virus.

Soap and Water

It sounds so simple and yet most people have gotten very lack on the habit of washing their hands. [...]

We all know you must be passionate if you want to be involved with aircraft, but you have to be a special kind of passionate to make an aircraft into a limo! Here is last year’s strange chimera of luxury concepts known as the Limojet. A play on words on how its base model is a Learjet fuselage, the people behind this managed to transform this jet into becoming a genuine street legal “learmousine”.

It’s no surprise that aircraft and on-road vehicles can’t be more different from each other, and the people behind the Limojet had to take such things into consideration. 40,000+ hours and an estimated seven-figure cost later, the world got to see this concept debut [...]

We’ve seen a lot happen as a result of COVID-19, and not all of it is doom and gloom. For instance, the canals of Venice were clear with fish and swans seen for the first time in decades. With most of us inside, wildlife has taken up the mantle to expand its surroundings and enjoy new places.

Another effect of this pandemic has left many planes grounded. Planes aren’t built to sit around parked for a long time, especially giant commercial planes. However, because of COVID-19, many aircraft remain parked at airports with nowhere to fly off too. One plane might’ve been left sitting a bit too long because a family of birds decided the 102 Airbus A320 was the perfect place for a nest on April 5, 2020. A maintenance crew was giving the plane a look-over, as is necessary to keep the aircraft in good condition as it’s in park, when they found [...]

There’s a new industry emerging in the field of private vacationing. Private jet tours that go all around the world to secluded destinations off the beaten track with all the specialized amenities of a luxury vacation.

Granted, these tours can price more than $100,000 per person. Not your average vacation budget, but there are many options available if you’re able. The potential perks include specialized guides, world-class chefs, and experiences that are curated to exactly what you’re interested in . Here is a lineup of the current offers depending on what you like in a vacation.

For Education, culture, and convenience National Geographic and [...]

There are days when the only thing we see in the news has the phrase COVID-19 in it. The media, the government, scientists, economists, and everyday people are all trying to look ahead and plan for the future beyond this crisis even though it seems impossible.

But! This is not another doom and gloom story or prediction that could get blown out of the water tomorrow. In the midst of this disruption, there is a silver lining and we’re going to help you find it.

Now is the perfect time to reevaluate your life, your business, your possessions, and everything else. Take a look at it all with a close [...]

The latest flagship by Gulfstream that was introduced at NBAA-BACE in October, completed its flight test on Valentine’s Day, 2020. The aircraft took off from Gulfstream Aerospace’s’ headquarters at the Savannah/Holton Head International Airport and flew for two and a half hours before touching back down.

“This first flight is a momentous occasion and the next step forward in Gulfstream’s vision for the future, a vision that has been guided by the strategic leadership of our parent company, General Dynamics, and the innovation of the Gulfstream team,” said Gulfstream president Mark Burns. “As the market leader, Gulfstream is moving the entire business-jet industry forward with advanced safety features, tomorrow’s technology and a cabin purposefully designed to [...]

No matter what’s going on in the world right now, let this story warm your heart. As kids, most of us had our one precious possession. That toy you got as children, a blanket you couldn’t sleep without, or, in this case, a stuffed bear.

Southwest Airlines has made headlines several times for being a company that does some interesting things for passengers, both good and bad. Notably on the good side, Southwest was known for its flight attendants having funny renditions of the ‘safety announcement’ most of us could recite by heart, including the hand motions.

In February 2020, Southwest was able to reunite a little girl and her adorable Winnie the Pooh after [...]

While the Kansas City Chiefs achieved a historic victory at the Superbowl for the first time in decades, airports were filled with an almost unprecedented amount of business aviation travel. Fixed-based Operators, or FBOs as they’re known, were swamped as airports had to pull in other staffers from surrounding states to keep traffic from becoming a bottleneck.

Signature Flight Support saw 290 arrivals, by far the most, at Miami International (MIA). Miami Opa-Locka Executive Airport (OPF) recorded 130 arrivals. Fort Lauderdale International (FLL) and Miami Executive (TMB) had 70 arrivals, with Reliance Aviation at TMD adding another 40. 75 total staffers were brought in by the BBA subsidiary to help.

Sheltair at FLL had more than 300 [...]

In the U.S, we’re used to air ambulances being helicopters as major hospitals are now equipped with landing pads to transport those in dire need of medical care.

In Poland, they’re trying something different.

According to a recent announcement by Bombardier, Warsaw-based Lotnicze Pogotowie Ratunkowe (LPR) has ordered two Learjet 75 Liberty light jets to be refurbished and turned into air ambulances in Poland. The jets will be converted in the Fargo Jet Center in North Dakota and Spectrum Aeromed will provide the medical equipment.

These will be the first jets LPR receives, as an [...]

Seattle is no stranger to hearing and seeing the Blue Angels soar through August skies. However, at the Boeing Seafair Air Show, one of the biggest differences happened on the ground instead of the sky.

The flight path over Lake Washington was moved south, leaving the I-90 floating bridge outside of the FAA’s “box” Safety Zone. This left traffic open and spectators could not stop on the bridge to watch the hour-long show, as they had been able to in previous years.

“Pedestrians and cyclists were able to access the bridge’s pathway for the duration of the flights. However, [...]

International travel has hit a slow down in light of the Coronavirus that began in Wuhan, China. Commercial airports are screening passengers for body temperature to try and contain the spread as more cases are found all over the world.

Business travel has also been affected, as some of the biggest aircraft manufacturers announced they will not be showing at the Singapore Airshow. Cessna, Beechcraft, Gulfstream, and Bombardier decided not to risk the health of their employees as coronavirus is highly contagious.

“In light of the recent coronavirus outbreak, we are taking extra precautions by limiting international travel and have made the difficult decision to withdraw from the upcoming Singapore Airshow,” Gulfstream said in a statement. “We look forward to returning [...]

Singapore’s Jewel Changi Airport opened in April

The long-awaited structure is a dome made of glass and metal designed to connect three of the airports’ four terminals. The main attraction is the world’s largest indoor waterfall called the HSBC Rain Vortex.

The airport is regularly voted the World’s Best and it got even better this year for all their passengers.

Busiest Aviation Day: Wednesday, July 24, 2019.
There was a world record of more than 225,000 flights around the world in one day tracked by FlightRadar24.

World’s Longest Passenger Flight: 19 hours and 19 minutes
An experimental research flight by Qantas, an Australian airline, [...]

Wingly is a hybrid of the private aviation and ride-sharing industry that was founded 4 years ago by three Frenchmen: de Waziers, Bertrand Joab-Cornu, and Lars Klein. They aimed to capitalize on the massive growth in the sharing industry led by Airbnb and Uber by combing it with the aviation industry.

“The sharing economy has exploded,” continues de Waziers, “but the aviation industry has not seen this kind of growth yet.”

The aviation industry is experiencing an exciting time with emerging technologies. Pilots are able to sign up for free and gain flight experience. This lowers the cost of flying and is aimed at reducing CO2 [...]

The private jet charter subsidiary of Delta has partnered for a minority stake in Wheel Up. Together, it now has 190 private plans and more than 8,000 customers.

Delta Private Jets functions separately from the commercial side of the business. It provides a variety of flights from short-range light jets to longer-range flights.

Wheels Up aim to make private jet access more efficient by providing seats on flights that would normally be empty from dropping off the last passenger and headed to pick up its next. The benefit of shared and private charters with wide availability and 24-hour notice.

According to Delta CEO Ed Bastian, the partnership is designed to [...]

As celebrities and activists from all over the world were hosted by Google in Sicily to focus on making decisions to combat climate change and its economic impacts. Recently Prince Harry released an idea for business and government to band together in fighting climate change. However, many people took his ideas with a grain of salt for the small fact that he arrived in a private jet. The media headline criticized those leaders for flying private jets to attend the conference. However, what are the pros and cons of a private jet on the environment?

Private jets have a [...]

There was an amazing Air Show in Paris last month! We saw some interesting models and figured you’d be interested in them too. So, are you ready to see what’s new in the industry and what aircraft models are coming to shake up the market a bit?

Airbus Vahana

The first one on our list is Airbus Vahana – the first certified electric, self-piloted, vertical take-off and landing passenger aircraft. What can we say? – This a great example of what urban mobile aircraft is going to look like soon. The manufacturer is currently working on the second version but won’t announce any plans for the production.

[...]

NASA announced that they are planning a planetary science mission called Dragonfly to Saturn’s moon Titan. After it lands, it will fly a drone in Titan’s dense atmosphere and low gravity. Sounds exciting? Keep reading to learn all the details!

Titan is a moon with Earth-like geological surface features and iced landscapes. The rich organic chemistry could potentially nurture habitable environments.

NASA is planning the launch for 2026 and based on their calculations, the spacecraft will reach Titan in 2034. During its mission, Dragonfly will cover between 100 and 120 miles. NASA is counting on Dragonfly to work [...]

We just stumbled upon some beautiful infographics about private jets of world leaders made by Air Charter Service. We picked the most interesting ones, but you can see the whole article here.

Donald Trump is first on our list. Let’s see what he flies to work.

Special features

Air Force One is a massive, fully protected 747 with everything that the President may need: secure [...]

A career in aviation is the dream of millions. There are many different positions in the industry, but today we are going to go over several of them and compare their average annual salary. We’ll take a look at five of the top paid jobs in aviation.

Aircraft mechanic

Average annual salary: $57,000

Aircraft mechanics have a very important job – they perform repairs, maintenance, and inspections to make sure that everything on a plane is safe and sound. They must know how to diagnose and fix any issue a plane might have. To be the perfect mechanic, you will need top troubleshooting skills and [...]

There is a YouTube channel about everything now, so we thought it wouldn’t be such a bad idea to go over the most popular aviation channels out there and pick the ones that we think are worth watching. Yep, we just spent half of the day watching YouTube videos, but it was worth it – now we have a list of decent channels that you – a fellow aviation enthusiast, might find pretty interesting. So, let’s jump into it!

Airboyd

It’s one of the most popular aviation channel on the platform, so we decided to put it first on our list. The cannel has over [...]

It’s time to bust a myth or two again! Let’s go over some of the most popular aviation myths and see why they simply can’t be true!

Pilots only take off and land aircraft, autopilot does the rest.

We’ve heard this one many times and think that it’s the most popular myth about the industry. People think that pilots can just relax and let some smart computer do everything for them. Wrong! You can only control certain aspects of the flight with autopilot – it’s things like altitude, course, navigation, and a couple of other things. Yes, autopilot makes the pilot’s life easier, but it [...]

Nowadays the Wi-Fi is pretty much everywhere. Even your fridge probably has Wi-Fi if you bought it in the last couple of years. Everything connects to everything. But what about planes and private jets? How do you get a Wi-Fi router on board? Let’s find that out and see what options we have!

Different surveys show that the number one feature frequent flyers want to have on board is Wi-Fi. We get it! Today, you want to stay connected all the time, even if you are in the middle of transatlantic flight.

The first companies that started to offer [...]

Driving a Honda is one thing, but have you tried flying one No, we’re not talking about a new CR-V with jet engines. Honda just launched their revamped small business jet for the Japanese market.

The launch party took place at Tokyo’s Haneda airport on the December 20th. Honda Aircraft Chief Executive Michimasa Fujino was very happy to describe the launch as “a major milestone for Honda’s aviation business”. He says that it’s always been a dream to “see the HondaJet flying in the skies above Honda’s home country of Japan”.

Honda’s Elite was first shown in May 2018. The development of the updated version [...]

It’s always sad to see old aircraft being decommissioned. But what do you think happens with it after it’s disassembled? Andrew Jackman, a founder of a UK-based company called Intrepid Design, has an answer for you. Today we are going to talk about aircraft parts being used as art and modern furniture.

Intrepid Design is a leader in its field. They transform decommissioned aircraft parts into beautiful pieces of art. They make one-off pieces of furniture and art installations.

Take a look at this gorgeous wall mirror made from 737-700 engine cowling. “The cowl was removed from a B737-300 which was at the time operated by [...]

The future is here! Or, at least it’s trying really hard to get here. Bell just unveiled an innovative air taxi concept that they currently have in the works. This announcement took place at the Consumer Electronic Show (CES) 2019 in Las Vegas. We’re talking about a full version of a regular urban taxi with a little twist – it doesn’t drive, it flies! That’s not something you come across everyday – but Bell hopes that someday soon, it will be.

“As space at the ground level becomes limited, we must solve transportation challenges in the vertical dimension,” says Mitch Snyder – the president and CEO of Bell. [...]

‘The Lamborghini of the skies’ – that’s what people call Cessna’s Citation X+, the fastest private jet in the world.  Everyone in the aviation industry was very surprised when the company closed production of this headline grabbing plane. But if you take a closer look at Cessna’s plans for the near future, you would understand that they had all the reasons to take it off the production line.

It’s predecessor, the Citation X has been extremely popular in the last years. The jet is still very recognizable from the rest – it has a very high swept wing that you will remember from the first glance. It was the fastest private [...]

The luxury-jet market is shifting towards the seller right now. If you were in the market for a luxury-jet a couple of years ago, you would have a multitude of amazing options and opportunities. Now, the options are pretty slim, though it’s still possible to find a great jet for fair price. However, after you find the desired jet, you have to be quick because there are hundreds of other potential customers who are also looking to buy the jet of your dreams.

Looking through the listings just one year ago, you could find over 40 pre-owned [...]

Miami Jet Team members Greg, Darren and Joe attend the popular NBAA Regional Conference held at the West Palm Beach airport on Wednesday, February 6th.   The conference attracted attendees from all over the country to network with industry experts and partners as well as view new aviation related products, services and more.

The day began with a hanger full of over 150 vendors displaying products, services and more with many product demonstrations, samples and giveaways.  Experts were available throughout the day to sit in on industry related presentations as well.  The beautiful South Florida weather was the perfect backdrop for approximately 30 static displays of aircraft including a Gulfstream [...]

One of the biggest issues of the aviation industry is air pollution. Everyone knows that aircraft have a huge impact on the environment. But fortunately, with the development of sustainable fuels everything may actually change in the near future.

Big corporations understand that the future is all about alternative sources of energy and do their best to adapt to what’s coming. For example, NASA’s new concept plane Double-Bubble D8 is designed to massively reduce noise pollution and fuel consumption. But let’s focus more on the other example. Two of the biggest aircraft fuel manufacturers have similar thoughts in mind and are taking actions already.

Neste and Air BP are creating a collaboration [...]

We have all heard … “To Protect and Serve” but this is taken to a whole new level with Miami Dade Police Officers serving snacks to the locals!  We were honored to be invited to attend a social with Miami Dade Police Department at Panera Bread.

Let us be the first to welcome these newly assigned police officers to the Hammocks District, just outside of the Miami Executive Airport.  These MDPD officers served muffins, chocolate chip cookies, and snacks with great enthusiasm to restaurant patrons and community members. They are a wonderful asset to the community. What would we do without them?

[...]

There are hundreds of factors that can affect your flight, from the engine’s condition to the runway being wet. Wind strength and direction, fog, ice and snow will all have a different impact on your private jet travel. So, when is the best time for your private jet trip and when is it time to consider rescheduling? Keep reading to find out!

Extremely Hot Weather

There are no extensive issues when it comes to flying in hotter weather. Most aircraft can easily fly in extremely high temperatures, usually up to 130° degrees Fahrenheit. However, there are still some precautions a pilot [...]

Boeing has sold its first BBJ Max to a customer. The Boeing Business Jet is well-known as one of the most luxurious business jets in the world. It’s a private aviation version of a commercial Boeing 737 airliner. With a spacious cabin and exquisite interior, it provides a flight range that can connect cities intercontinentally.

The BBJ Max manufacturing was first announced back in 2014. The company talked about new era of extra-long business jets based on their 737 airliner. Last month Boeing announced that the first BBJ Max was successfully sold to a customer. They obviously didn’t disclose any names, but we bet it must have been a head of state or a CEO of a transnational corporation of some sort, because as you can imagine, the price for this kind of aircraft is not for the budget minded buyer.

<img loading="lazy" class="aligncenter wp-image-2149 size-full" title="Luxury Jets Listing - Buy Used Jets - Boeing [...]

Inflight cooks and cabin attendants spend hours researching recent food trends. In-flight experts know everything about serving delicious and luxurious food to private jet passengers and how food changes it’s qualities at 41,000 feet. Miami Jet is here today to take a look at food trends that you may want to consider when choosing a menu for your next flight.

Light And Refreshing

We wouldn’t call this trend “new”, because professional chefs always say that the best in-flight dining experience can only be achieved with light dishes. Because of the altitude, a feeling of fullness is quickly achieved in the air. You don’t want [...]

There are just two months left before the 2019 begins. Based on this year’s events and industry news, we can already make some forecasts for the next year. Let’s see what we can expect from private jet industry in 2019.

Aircraft Availability Growth

The whole market is growing like never before. New services and providers are being created every year. Aircraft availability will grow alongside with the increased amount of used jets on the market. Entrepreneurs are expected to be another area of growth in the industry. With more available jets [...]

One of the advantages of flying on a private jet is being able to sleep with comfort. But wait, there are deferent levels of comfort, and yes, there are some you can’t even imagine. Miami Jet is here today to browse through the sleeping options in the world of private jets. Let’s review the options that different jet types have to offer.

Light Jets

Light jets are usually used for short local flights between cities. The seating options are very comfortable in this kind, but you won’t find a flatbed in a jet like this. But still, light jets’ top priority is high [...]

There’s a great chance you’ve heard the saying, “Most sellers pass up the best offer (of the highest price and best terms).” And it’s true! Far too often, sellers will hold out for a certain dollar amount and pass up offers that might be their best bet. Unfortunately, this means they often end up settling for a much lower price. Not to mention, they’re shelling out tens of thousands of dollars on private jet upkeep like hangar storage, maintenance, insurance, and other routine costs. Even worse, their estate often ends up selling it later for just [...]

We all know that you need a lot of stuff to fly on a regular flight – your passport, a visa for any overseas flights, extra documentation for your pets, baggage scan. So, what about private jets? Do you need all these things as well? Miami Jet is here to help you find that out!

What time do you need to be at the airport?

Private jets are designed to save you a lot of time and they do it very well, starting from the time you need no be at the airport. There [...]

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry were travelling to Amsterdam for a private party that included different celebrities. They hired a luxurious Dassault Falcon 7X for the flight.

In the midair, a sudden lightning struck the plane. It hit the aircraft’s nose cone – near plane’s radar navigation equipment. This lightning bolt have sent about 30 million volts through the fuselage. Luckily, no one got injured and the plane safely landed on Netherlands a couple hours later. It took more than a week to repair the plane after the lightning [...]

Imagine a plane. What color does it have it your imagination? The chances are it’s all white. Why? Because almost every plane and jet are using white paint. You may find different colors painted above the base – gold, silver, red and even pink. But the base itself will most likely be white.

Most planes’ undercoat is made of zinc phosphate primer that has dark green color. If you have seen any videos or tv-shows with aircraft testing, you know that the planes there are usually dark green. You [...]

Flying at multiple times the speed of a commercial passenger planes, these private jets reach unbelievable level of comfort and superiority in the sky. Let’s review the fastest ones in 2018.

5. Gulfstream G550

Two Rolls Royce engines, the most thrust of any jet in its class – yes, we are talking about Gulfstream G550. With a Mach 0.885, the G550 has set city-pair world records in terms of speed. This means flights from London to Tokyo or Los Angeles, or Washington to Dubai are non-stop and quick. And don’t worry about long-haul flights with the G550, because there is a place for8 [...]

The weirdest and most interesting private jet requests have been revealed by a private aviation company serving ultra-high net worth customers. Let’s take a look at how people have fun while flying private jets.

1. One passenger flying from Europe to America with his dog requested that the pilot would land ahead of destination in order for his dog to “get some fresh air and walk around a bit”. The pilot actually did land and after a short stop, the man and his pet continued their flight to their final destination.
2. One traveler ordered catering to his plane. The meal included gourmet sandwiches, many fruit and [...]

At Miami Jet, our team of pilots, marketers and aircraft sales agents are the backbone of our company. Our team makes us who we are, and it’s the Miami Jet team that is responsible for our top-notch customer service, and professional services that our clients have come to expect. Because of this, we’re extremely excited to announce our latest addition to the Miami Jet team – Joe Hartmann.

Joe has years of experience with Dassualt Falcon Jets. Including the F10, F20, F50, F900,F2000,and F7X. He has direct working relationships with Dassault management, service and engineers in the USA headquarters. He has a thorough understanding of flight operations in pilot training and simulation with [...]

At Miami Jet, we know that pilots, mechanics and airport staff are the eyes and ears on the ground and in the pilot lounges and maintenance facilities of FBO’s. That means that they often hear about owners who are considering selling their aircraft, or those who are searching for a new one. But you never thought that these passing conversations could turn into an actual payout! Miami Jet offers pilots, mechanics and airport staff the opportunity to earn real compensation when you provide information that leads to a sale brokered by us!

<img loading="lazy" class="alignright wp-image-2013 size-medium" style="font-family: 'Open [...]

We’ve heard from numerous business jet owners that 2018 is the year to replace your aircraft. The business jet market is skewing towards buyers with lower prices and more variety. Because of this, many current jet owners are upgrading to larger, newer pre-owned jets. However, when you’re considering replacing or upgrading your aircraft – there are quite a few important factors to keep in mind:

Consider the Ownership of the Aircraft – You probably analyzed the ownership structure when the aircraft was first purchased. These decisions were based on regulatory rules, tax concerns, and liability factors. So, when purchasing the replacement aircraft, it is wise to [...]

Business Jet pilots, crew and passengers see almost as many hotel rooms as they do airport runways. In fact, industry experts say that on an average night as many as 30,000 business jet pilots and crew members are staying in hotel rooms, and that doesn’t even count the aircrafts passengers.

Many operators managing these aircraft state that making these bookings are a huge hassle. And the team at DownRoute says that they know how to fix it.

Andy Hudson, founder of DownRoute, encountered this issue while working for an operator. Noting that the issue was a main focus particularly [...]

Bombardier Business Aircraft has just unveiled the Nuage, an industry changing seat on Bombardier’s Global 7000 aircraft. This new design is the first new seat architecture in business aviation for 30 years! The seat features fluid lines, and is exceptionally crafted, allowing it’s user to achieve maximum comfort in flight.

Peter Likoray, Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketig at Bombardier Business Aircraft says that the design team examined every possible need of a potential passenger and used that data as a launchpad for the initial design process. With that information, they were able to craft a seat unlike any [...]

We hear from our clients all the time that in addition to doing business domestically, one of the main draws to owning your own private jet is the ease of international travel (for business OR pleasure). By owning your own aircraft, you have significantly more freedom than the typical aircraft renter. You don’t have to deal with the mountains of flying club paperwork and you’re free to explore the skies to your hearts desire. There are thousands of airports in the US where you can land and even more are available internationally. There are many advanced skills that you are required to learn [...]

As the FAA and EASA certifications of the Citation Longitude loom ever closer, manufacturer Cessna is setting out to demonstrate just how quiet the aircraft’s cabin is.

Once certified and the first deliveries are made, the longitude will be the largest Citation to date, with a carrying capacity of up to 12 passengers. With just four passengers aboard, the aircraft boasts a minimum range of 3,500nm.

Manufacturer Cessna recently took Corporate Jet Investor, a publication geared toward business aviation news, on a one-hour flight, leaving from Farnborough, then swooping south towards Southampton and finally climbing back up the country and over to south [...]

Whether you’re a prospective buyer or seller, you’re probably feeling confused about the used business aircraft market over the past two years. There has been a flood of information lately, due to an array of value reports and forcasts, often providing conflicting data. Add in more detailed analysis from traditional market data providers and the gap gray area of information becomes large enough to fly a fleet of used Challenger 600’s through.

But as the 10th anniversary of the aircraft market meltdown (2008) fast approaches, the pre-owned business jet arena dutifully continued its search for stability and positive indicators, while observing falling values with stubborn optimism. [...]

The preowned business jet market has been transitioning into a seller’s market since December, with inventory now at just 9.9 percent, below the 10 percent threshold of inventory for sale and significantly down from 11 percent in 2016, according to recently released data by JetNet, a provider of business aviation research. Since 1988, JetNet has gathered comprehensive data on around 27,000 business aircrafts around the world. The data shows that inventory of preowned business jets has decreased steadily from a high point of 2,938 aircraft in July 2009, or 17.7 percent of the in-service fleet, to just 2,143 jets in December.

JetNet’s advice to those condidering the [...]

On December 22nd, 2017 President Donald Trump announced the new US tax reform, planning to bring the corporate tax down to 20% from its previous 30%. This decrease in corporate taxes will encourage all the billions of dollars American corporations are keeping overseas, to flow back into America, allowing these companies to expand and create new business opportunities. There is also the potential that this money will encourage companies to make new jobs, bringing money into people’s pockets. What will happen then? Well, they’ll spend it, of course.

What does this [...]

In a move aimed to increase customer service, accessibility and customization of their service, Monarch Air Group has decided to accept Bitcoin payment.
In a fast-paced market that’s main goal is time-efficiency, private jet consumers cannot afford to limit themselves to standard banking hours. At least, thats what  Rishi Maharaj, Executive Account Manager for Monarch Air Group thinks. “In a world where the business aviation market is more of a necessity than a luxury, as an industry leader, Monarch, is among the first in line to evolve and accept the new currency. We at [...]

When you talk to people about flying on private aircraft, you often find yourself answering the same questions: “What are the advantages of flying on a private plane versus flying on a commercial airline?” and “Isn’t flying private considered a luxury?”

There are tons of advantages to private jet travel. We even listed 9 of the most important ones in a recent article. And, while it’s true that private jet accommodations can be luxurious, the biggest advantage of flying on a private jet is convenience and efficiency. For example, [...]

There are about 5,000 airports in the United States of America but only 500 of them are accessible via commercial aircraft and out of those 500, only 70 offer frequent service. Even huge airports like Miami and Memphis have lost service as several major carriers have dehubbed.

For smaller towns, you’re out of luck. The economics of commercial air simply cannot be supported by the local airports in many smaller communities. According to experts, there just isn’t enough traffic. And as it gets harder and harder to get around, more businesses are forced to rely [...]

There are a vast number of reasons why you should travel using private jets. We’ve compiled a list of the reasons we hear most often from our clients.

1. 1. Time saving – This is perhaps the most significant reasons for using private aircraft in your travels. Depending on your program your aircraft can be ready to fly in just a few hours. This is great for business men or women who may have to travel for work on short notice. You are able to arrive at the airport minutes before your departure time, [...]

After 10 years of development and hundreds of millions of dollars in investment, the single-engine jet maker is ready to corner the private jet market, according to Cirrus co-founder and CEO Dale Klapmeier. At $2 million, almost 50% less than its nearest competition, the Vision Jet is an aircraft for business men or women who are wealthy enough to afford one, and have plans to fly it themselves. The Vision is a jet meets BMW, whose goal is to make private travel both luxurious and accessible.

According to Ben Kowalski, Cirrus’s vice president of marketing and communications, the Vision jet is ideal for entrepreneurs or executives who are looking to hop from one [...]