Wednesday, August 31, 2011

Understanding The Different Fees Associated With An Air Charter Service

By Bonnie R. Alsup


If you've ever considered getting an air charter service to carry you on your next flight, you most likely want to know more about their prices. If you were to look at your bill after taking a charter flight, you will certainly notice some substantial numbers listed there, and you will most likely want to understand where all of that money is going to. Charter services don't make it their business to cheat their clients and they certainly offer an amazing service to deserve their money, but that doesn't quite ease your curiosity about the different fees you may encounter.

Anytime a person wants to know how much something costs, they usually get on the phone and start calling the different companies in their area, but you'll notice that charter prices are as diverse as the planes they fly. You may find a small, modest jet with good dining and entertainment options, or you could opt for a large jet with accommodations and amenities that make you feel like you are sitting in the lap of luxury.

There are quite a few individual charges that you should pay close attention to, and since the hourly rate is the one that can add up so quickly and has the largest effect on how much your flight will end up costing you when it's all over, it is the fee you need to be the most aware of. If you are taking a four hour flight for five hundred dollars an hour, you may find the rate well within your budget, but if you are taking a twenty hour flight, you may need to reconsider what flight package you choose.

It is hard to start planning a big trip when you aren't aware of what everything will cost you, and there are plenty of other fees associated with a charter flight that will affect your trip. For example, a landing fee is charged each time you touch down on a runway, so if you are planning to visit a bunch of different locations during your trip, you should consider a service with a minimal landing fee.

There are, of course, several other smaller fees that you will have to take care of, and since the fees are so different for each air charter service, you should get them to disclose all of their fees before you go through with the decision. As long as you are sure about how much your trip will end up costing you, you will be prepared to enjoy it instead of worrying about the bill you'll get stuck with once the fun is over.




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