Frequently asked questions

  • We strive to have the most competitive pricing within the industry. Quite often it is less than most people realize. Please let one of our friendly representatives provide you with a competitive custom price quote for your next trip.
  • VMI in conjunction with West Coast Charters operate 24/7/365. Our private jet charters can depart with as little as 2 hours notice. As a general rule, it is a good idea to begin planning the private charter flight at least 1 week in advance.
  • In the United States, you can utilize a jet charter service to fly to over 5,000 airports as opposed to just over 500 available through commercial airlines. You can also use our services to fly to Canada, Mexico, and the Caribbean.
  • Yes. Our private charter flight experts work in tandem with the pilots of your charter jet and will take care of all the arrangements on your behalf. You simply need to make your wishes known to them and they will handle it seamlessly.
  • When you depart from one of the thousands of small airports serving private aviation, you will benefit from the services of a terminal called fixed base operator or FBO in private aviation parlance. These are small facilities that are extremely accessible and user-friendly. Ground personnel expecting you will greet you and escort you, often on foot, to the private charter jet aircraft for boarding. When your private jet charter departs from a large commercial airport, you can expect to use a similar facility away from the hustle, bustle and headaches of the main terminal.
  • It is up to you. Upon request, our flight charter experts will gladly make arrangements for private car service at either side of the trip and include it in the jet charter cost.
  • Private charter jet aircraft are usually owned by corporations or wealthy individuals. Often, the owner of a jet does not have a need to fly the aircraft beyond a certain number of hours each month or year. By offering the private jet air charter for hire, the owner obtains revenue that lowers the cost of ownership.
  • The private aviation industry has the same safety standards as commercial aviation. It is under regulation and supervision of the FAA, the same federal agency that regulates commercial aviation. And, because private aircraft are largely insulated from conflicts and terrorism, jet air charters are generally regarded as a safer alternative to commercial travel.
  • Exactly the same as you would on a commercial aircraft, a valid photo ID, or passport for international travel.
  • The aircraft is ready to take off upon your arrival at the FBO facility.
  • As part of our safety policy there will always be two pilots on all of our flights.
  • Yes, your furry friends are allowed on board.
  • It’s up to you. Some people do, others don’t. There is no right or wrong, though the pilots fully appreciate this generosity.