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| Vincent Easton(left) with Alan Wheatley |
DUBAI, UAE - Private Jet Charter through their recently launched Private Charter Club has signed a new agreement with The Capital Club, Dubai’s premier private City Club situated in the heart of the financial district – Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC).
The exclusive agreement will allow Capital Club members in DIFC to book private jets and helicopters for their business or personal trips. The agreement also gives members free seats on thousands of empty-leg flights each year. In addition, the deal will enable great flexibility and convenience for The Capital Club members and their guests.
“It is indeed a pleasure to associate with Capital Club as ease, luxury and prestige of private jet travel is made possible through the agreement. This is a perfect and exciting agreement between two companies, who understand and value superior services and experiences. As pioneers in the business, we understand that the business traveler likes to travel quickly and avoid dreadful security checks, slow boarding procedures and waiting for transfer passengers. The agreement is a reflection of our commitment to provide best-in-class services that will ease travel for The Capital Club members,” said Vincent Easton, General Manager of Private Jet Charter, Middle East.
“The private aviation market continues to grow. Increased security concerns and airport time delays have led commercial airlines to follow restrictive policies, which is of concern for corporate groups and multi-national companies who run on deadlines. Our recently launched Private Charter Club combines the benefits of enjoying the most modern fleet of private jets and helicopters with a streamlined service that not only simplifies the booking process but improves the affordability of private travel,” added Easton.
Globally, the aerospace industry is valued at $1.3 trillion as revealed by the Hindu Business Line newspaper.* Global Jet Capital, a provider of financing solutions for large-cabin, long-range private jets, revealed that in the last quarter of 2016 293 jets were delivered, costing between $25 million and $75 million each. It said that the largest number of deliveries were to Turkey (77), followed by the UAE (63) and Saudi Arabia (58), adding that up to 80 percent of the funding used to purchase these was sourced through external financing.
The aviation industry is witnessing a potential revolution in the private aviation sector in the Middle East region, led by social and economic influences. Lighter jets are gaining popularity due to efficient, economy and interior space making them ideal options for short travel.
Capital Club Members who book a flight through Private Jet Charter will enjoy a range of benefits including a dedicated personal assistant, the most modern fleet of aircraft, preferential rates and access to a range of deals exclusive to Private Jet Charter. In addition, Private Charter Club Members will also have the privilege to access a Private jet or helicopter within two hours, boarding 15 minutes from departure and bespoke catering.
“We are always looking at ways to enhance our Capital Club member benefits. We are delighted to work with Private Jet Charter, a company synonymous with luxury and prestige, as our newest partner. The privileges that our members are now entitled to use with Private Jet Charter are wide-reaching and highly rewarding,” said Alan Wheatley, Capital Club Director.
Connected to over 250 premier private clubs around the world as part of its reciprocal club network, Capital Club was opened in 2008 and has over 1500 Members, drawn from the leading businesses in the region. It is a members-only club offering a contemporary setting for members to network professionally and socially; dine and party; host private meetings; and attend a wealth of social and business events, covering emerging trends in arts, culture, media, social development, cuisine, business and travel.
