01 Jul 11 Air Partner flies more rare birds
Air Partner has once again flown white-tailed sea eagle chicks from Norway to Scotland as part of a major reintroduction project.
The 16 eaglets arrived in Edinburgh on a chartered Metroliner and are now in secret aviaries. Air Partner’s freight team ensured the cabin temperature was maintained at14°C for the two hour flight from Alesund.
Now in its fifth year, the reintroduction programme is a partnership between RSPB Scotland, Scottish Natural Heritage and Forestry Commission Scotland. Affectionately known as ‘flying barn doors’ due to their eight foot wing span, white-tailed eagles became extinct in the UK in the early 19th century. The initiative aims to return the species to its former range in Scotland.
This latest arrival of sea eagles, gifted to Scotland from Norway, received an official welcome last Friday (June 24) from Stewart Stevenson, the Scottish Government’s Minister for Environment and Climate Change, and Norwegian Consul Mona Røhne.
Lindon Cooper, an Air Partner freight analyst, commented: “Air Partner frequently moves animals and birds, and flying sea eagle chicks is repeat business for us. It is an honour to fly such precious live cargo. The flight went smoothly and the eaglets had the shortest and most comfortable transfer possible. We look forward to the day when they will take to the skies using their own power.”
About Air Partner Freight
Air Partner Freight charters aircraft of every size to fly cargo anywhere, at any time, whatever its weight, size or shape. Serving governments, leading industrial shippers and relief and humanitarian organisations, the freight team provides bespoke air charter solutions to meet a wide range of cargo charter needs. From urgent ‘go now’ requirements moving small quantities of automotive spare parts between plants through to the most complex project cargo shipments taking several months to plan, Air Partner Freight has the skills, experience and expertise to ensure shipments are handled securely and reliably.
About Air Partner
Air Partner is a world-class provider of aviation services to industry, commerce, governments and individuals worldwide. The Group is globally recognised as a leading charter broker and organises ad hoc aircraft charters of every type for any reason. Its three main division comprise Air Partner Freight, Air Partner Commercial Jets and Air Partner Private Jets. The Commercial Jets division charters large airliners to move groups of any size. Private Jets offers the company’s pre-paid JetCard scheme and on-demand charter. With its headquarters in the UK, Air Partner operates 24/7 year-round and employs 225 aviation professionals across its 20 offices spanning Europe, North America, the Far East and Middle East. Air Partner is the only company in the aviation industry to hold a Royal Warrant, a globally recognised mark of excellence.
For more information visit:
http://www.airpartner.com
http://www.airpartner.com/freight/
Tags: air cargo, air cargo charter, air cargo freight, Air Partner Freight, eaglets
10 May 11 Air Partner enjoys multi-celebrations at ACE
Air Partner, which celebrates its 50th anniversary next month, has sent a 12-strong delegation to this year’s Air Cargo Europe exhibition and conference where it is showcasing the company’s new eye-catching freight stand. The three day event in Munich, Germany, started today (May 10).
The new trade display features an image of the world’s only Antonov 225 operated by Ukrainian airline Antonov Airlines. It is pictured being loaded with 145 tonnes of humanitarian aid and relief equipment when the company chartered the giant jet for a mission to Japan following the devastating earthquake and tsunami in March.
In recent months, Air Partner Freight has expanded its teams in the UK, USA, UAE and Germany. New members being introduced to the industry during ACE are Emily Brient and Mark Turner from the UK and Stefanie Müller from Germany. Buyers and suppliers are invited to meet the team and enjoy a celebratory drink at the Air Partner stand 421 in Hall A4.
“Air Partner Freight has had a remarkable start to 2011,” said Richard Smith, Group Freight Director. “Our Turkish operation celebrated its first anniversary in February with sales that exceeded expectations and our expansion in key geographic markets continues. Additionally, organising charter flights to carry a wide range of supplies to areas around the world affected by natural disasters and political unrest continues to keep us busy 24/7.”
Currently, Air Partner has freight teams in seven worldwide locations: UK, Germany, France, Turkey, the USA, Japan, Hong Kong and the UAE. Expansion into new markets, including India and China, is planned.
ACE runs alongside the Transport Logistics event from May 10-13. They make up the biggest exhibition of logistics companies in the world and take place once every two years.
About Air Partner Freight
Air Partner Freight charters aircraft of every size to fly cargo anywhere, at any time, whatever its weight, size or shape. Serving governments, leading industrial shippers and relief and humanitarian organisations, the freight team provides bespoke air charter solutions to meet a wide range of cargo charter needs. From urgent ‘go now’ requirements moving small quantities of automotive spare parts between plants through to the most complex project cargo shipments taking several months to plan, Air Partner Freight has the skills, experience and expertise to ensure shipments are handled securely and reliably.
About Air Partner
Air Partner is a world-class provider of aviation services to industry, commerce, governments and individuals worldwide. The Group is globally recognised as a leading charter broker and organises ad hoc aircraft charters of every type for any reason. Its three main division comprise Air Partner Freight, Air Partner Commercial Jets and Air Partner Private Jets. The Commercial Jets division charters large airliners to move groups of any size. Private Jets offers the company’s pre-paid JetCard scheme and on-demand charter. With its headquarters in the UK, Air Partner operates 24/7 year-round and employs 225 aviation professionals across its 20 offices spanning Europe, North America, the Far East and Middle East. Air Partner is the only company in the aviation industry to hold a Royal Warrant, a globally recognised mark of excellence.
For more information visit:
http://www.airpartner.com
http://www.airpartner.com/freight
http://www.airpartner.com/freight/relief-and-humanitarian-aid/
Tags: Air Partner, Air Partner Freight, humanitarian aid, relief flights
17 Mar 11 Update on International Evacuations
Air Partner evacuations on behalf of governments and corporates since January 2011:
- 63 flights
- More than 12,000 people
- 300 tonnes of aid
- 6 week time frame
In a period when far-reaching and unprecedented political upheaval has coincided with devastating natural disasters Air Partner has been working around the clock to organise humanitarian aid flights, and international rescue flights to evacuate more than 12,000 people from across the world in just six weeks.
The Emergency Planning and Ops24 teams, together with on-call broker specialists, have been pooling their knowledge and resources to secure suitable aircraft for the evacuations and aid flights involving Egypt, Libya, Tunisia, New Zealand, and Japan. The Air Partner teams have also negotiated flight slots, fuel, aircraft handling and visa permissions as well as post-evacuation onward travel.
Specifically, Air Partner’s work has included:
Japan
Following the earthquake and tsunami that devastated Japan over the weekend, Air Partner organised the Boeing 767 flight that left Manchester for Japan on Saturday 12 March. Fifty-nine UK fire service search and rescue specialists, two rescue dogs and a medical support team were dispatched alongside up to 11 tonnes of specialist rescue equipment, including heavy lifting and cutting equipment to save people who are trapped in debris. Air Partner’s Germany office operated a Boeing 747 flight into Nagoya on Monday 14 March on behalf of a number of German-based companies, including car manufacturers, to bring staff home. The flight carrying 477 expatriates will return today (Tuesday 15 March), landing at Hanover.
New Zealand
On Saturday 12 March, Air Partner organised a Boeing 747 freighter flight that flew to New Zealand from Europe. The aircraft carried 7,500 sanitation facilities weighing nine tonnes following the earthquake last month, which severely damaged the sewage and drainage system in Christchurch.
Tunisia
During the Tunisian demonstrations in mid-January, Air Partner’s evacuation specialists responded quickly to source aircraft to move personnel out of harm’s way in spite of challenging operational circumstances. Separately, in the immediate aftermath of the Libyan crisis, in just six days Air Partner organised 37 freight and passenger charters on behalf of DFID. In total, Air Partner repatriated more than 6,000 displaced Egyptians and 500 Bangladeshis on 34 flights from Tunisia to Egypt and flew 220 tonnes of humanitarian aid into Tunisia on three flights.
Libya
When trouble flared in Libya, all normal communications and aviation practices broke down. Aircraft, crews and their insurance companies were reluctant to provide cover to operate there; and obtaining authorisation for aircraft to enter Libyan airspace, land and leave was extremely difficult and time-consuming. Despite this, Air Partner operated a dozen Libya rescue flights into the UK, several on behalf of the UK Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO), and organised another into France. Seven of the flights operated into and out of Tripoli, including the first two rescue missions to the UK carried out for BP and another major oil conglomerate seeking to safeguard their overseas employees. The other flights operated to Malta to repatriate people who had fled from Libya to the conflict-free island.
Egypt
Air Partner flew in excess of 3,000 people to safety in the space of six days in groups ranging from four people to 222 using private jets and commercial airliners. Passengers were flown to a range of destinations including the UK, Dubai, France and Germany. Clients included governments as well as major energy companies, financial institutions and telecommunications conglomerates, who were concerned about staff safety.
Air Partner Emergency Planning
Air Partner plc is a world-class provider of aviation services to industry, commerce, governments and individuals worldwide. The company has earned global recognition as a leading aircraft charter supplier and organises ad hoc charters of aircraft of every size for any reason. Air Partner’s Emergency Planning team provides 24-hour air evacuation planning and implementation services from anywhere in the world using chartered aircraft to ensure a safe, secure and rapid exit of personnel to an agreed destination or safe haven. Air Partner has been operating this pre-planned contingency service for ten years, supporting industries ranging from energy, construction, banking, drilling support, mineral extraction and manufacturing to a number of leading charity organisations. The team also provides contingency planning for countries which may be at risk of political unrest, risk of violence, or natural disasters. Air Partner is the only company in the aviation industry to hold a Royal Warrant (as Supplier of Aircraft Charter to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II), a globally recognised mark of excellence.
For more information visit http://www.airpartner.com
Tags: contingency planning, emergency planning, international rescue
25 Feb 11 Air Partner Celebrates First Anniversary of Turkish Office
Air Partner, a leading provider of aviation services to industry, commerce, governments and individuals worldwide, is celebrating the first anniversary of its operations in Turkey.
The company, which marks its 50th year of trading this year, expanded its market reach with the opening of a new base in Istanbul at the beginning of 2010 as part of its on-going strategy to expand into key geographic markets. Currently, the Air Partner Group has 20 offices spanning Europe, the US, the Middle East and Far East.
Air Partner Turkey’s performance has already exceeded expectations and is headed by Country Manager Serkan Topcu, formerly from cargo logistics company Schenker Logistics. In line with the company’s policy of engaging local specialists with global expertise, his team includes Charter Sales Manager Emir Ozdabak, Broker Analyst Cag Caglar and Commercial Manager Gunnes Nomaler. All have strong aviation charter backgrounds and have played an important role in the development of Air Partner’s existing and new business in the Turkish region.
“We are delighted that Air Partner is already positioned as a reliable and recognised brand in the Turkish charter market, providing a vital link between Air Partner’s established operations in Europe and emerging markets in the Middle East,” said Serkan.
Air Partner’s Commercial Jets and Freight aircraft charter divisions have seen excellent expansion in Turkey.
New commercial jet airliner charter business has been generated from key growth sectors, including the inclusive tour industry for the movement of passenger groups using Boeing 737s and Airbus A300, A310 and A320s. Aircraft leasing has also been a successful area of business.
Freight activity has largely focused on supporting the automotive sector and contracts have included flying urgently needed car parts from Turkey to Sweden and moving tyres from the UK into Turkey. However, flights have also been organised to carry construction materials to the Middle East, aircraft engines for AOG airliners and textiles from Asia to Europe.
Richard Smith, Air Partner’s Director of Group Freight, said: “Having first-rate connections with Turkish aircraft operators for both freight and commercial jets has been extremely valuable in setting up this local office. We anticipate further growth in oil and gas projects to the Middle East and Caspian regions and Turkey especially is a gateway into these significant new, rapidly emerging territories.”
Looking ahead, Kevin Ducksbury, Director of Middle East and Asia, said Air Partner Turkey will now apply greater significance on promoting the company’s Private Jets products and services, including the ad hoc charter of executive aircraft and the company’s all-inclusive JetCard membership scheme.
About Air Partner
Air Partner plc is a world-class provider of aviation services to industry, commerce, governments and individuals worldwide. The company has earned global recognition as a leading aircraft charter supplier and organises ad hoc charters of aircraft of every size for any reason. Its core divisions comprise Air Partner Private Jets, Commercial Jets and Air Freight Charter. Air Partner Private Jets offers on-demand private jet charter and the company’s unique pre-paid JetCard scheme. The Commercial Jets division charters airliners with 20 to 500 seats to move groups of every size. Air Partner Freight provides a cargo aircraft charter service that allows cargo to be delivered anywhere at any time, utilising aircraft of every size. With its headquarters in the UK, Air Partner has 20 offices spanning Europe, North America, the Far East and Middle East and operates a 24/7 year-round Flight Support Centre from its London Gatwick base. The Group was formed in 1961 and is fully listed on the London Stock Exchange. Air Partner is the only company in the aviation industry to hold a Royal Warrant (as Supplier of Aircraft Charter to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II), a globally recognised mark of excellence.
For more information visit http://www.airpartner.com
20 Dec 10 In the world of private jet charter, the options are truly limitless
Private jet travellers enjoy private terminals, fast-track security, customised catering, as well as a wide range of luxurious aircraft.
In fact, sometimes the most important choice in private jet travel is the aircraft on which the passenger flies. For a frequent traveller the choice may be simple, but for an inexperienced flier selecting the appropriate private jet is one of the most important decisions to make.
This is when the invaluable knowledge and experience of a private jet broker is essential. A broker can help you to select the suitable private jet to suit your exact needs in terms of both comfort and operational efficiency.
There are several types of private jets available, ranging from turboprops to midsize aircraft to VIP airliners. And when a broker is evaluating your travel, they will consider the following questions:
- What is the distance of the trip?
- How many passengers will be travelling on board?
- What is the nature of the trip? Business or leisure?
- Will the passengers have luggage? Is there oversize luggage? Baggage holds on private jets will vary in dimensions, and passengers with items such as skis or golf clubs may have more limited options. Each aircraft also has limits on the weight it can safely carry.
- What type of cabin service is preferred? Do the passengers prefer a cabin attendant?
Once these questions are answered, a broker will carefully select options from the following private jet categories:
Turboprops - An economic alternative for short sectors. These aircraft have pressurised cabins and offer great short-field performance, which enables more airports to be utilised.
Very light jets (VLJs) – An entry-level range of private jets, the VLJs offer great rates in quiet, modern cabins. This type of aircraft is ideal for flights up to 2 hours.
Light jets - This category features a wide range of small private jets seating from five to eight passengers. These have well-appointed cabins and are a popular category. Range can vary from two to three hours.
Midsize jets - Improved headroom and a separate washroom define these jets. Most seat eight passengers with a range of three to five hours. Some models offer a flight attendant.
Super midsize jets - These aircraft offer the benefits of larger jets at more competitive rates. Full standing headroom, great luggage capacity and spacious cabins make these popular. Seating varies from eight to 10 and the range of these aircraft is 5 to 6.5 hours.
Large jets - These aircraft have spacious cabins, offering six to nine hours range and seating for eight to 16 in first-class style. Full standing headroom, galley and in-flight service are standard. The luggage hold can accommodate 15 to 20 pieces.
Global jets - Large executive jets with intercontinental capabilities. Full standing headroom, galley and in-flight service are standard. The luggage hold can accommodate 15 to 20 pieces.
VIP airliners - The ultimate in private jet travel. These airliners have been converted to all VIP first-class executive seating. They are popular for heads of state, offering comfort and luxury with sleeping arrangements.
Whatever yours requirements, it is ideal to understand your aircraft options prior to flying. Becoming familiar with the aircraft you charter will ensure you have a more smooth and comfortable flight.
Air Partner plc is a world-class provider of private jet, among other, services to industry, commerce, governments and individuals worldwide. The company has earned global recognition as a leading aircraft charter supplier and organises ad hoc charters of aircraft of every size for any reason. Air Partner is the only company in the aviation industry to hold a Royal Warrant (as Supplier of Aircraft Charter to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II) a globally recognised mark of excellence.
Tags: aircraft charter, Private Jet
07 Dec 10 Air Partner to conduct multi-lingual business at TIACA
Air Partner Freight will have an international multi-lingual presence at this week’s TIACA Air Cargo Forum in Amsterdam.
Freight specialists from its offices in the UK, France, Germany and Turkey are attending the three day event to reinforce the message that airlines and other aviation industry suppliers are just as important to the company as its clients.
Richard Smith, Air Partner’s Director of Group Freight, will join his team on Stand 419 in Hall 10 where visitors will be introduced to the new London Gatwick-based trainee freight analyst Mark Turner.
Clive Chalmers, who was appointed UK Freight Manager in September on completion of an intensive two-year cross-division management training scheme, said: “This year our International Air Cargo Association (TIACA) team is tasked with reinforcing the confidence suppliers have in our bespoke, speedy and cost-effective services. The relationships Air Partner has with its suppliers and customers are of equal importance. Our TIACA delegation is looking forward to fostering those supplier relationships and to building new contacts across the industry worldwide.”
Despite the global economic downturn, Air Partner’s Air Freight division has seen significant growth in market share for cargo aircraft charter. Sales for the 12 months to July this year rose 178 per cent to £55.7million compared to the same period in 2009. New freight offices opened in Hong Kong and Turkey while further expansion into new territories is planned. And, against fierce competition, the company has just won a four-year tender to be the sole provider of freight air charter services for the UK Government’s Department for International Development (DFID).
The three day TIACA Air Cargo Forum starts tomorrow (November 2).
About Air Partner
Air Partner plc is a world-class provider of air cargo charter, among other, services to industry, commerce, governments and individuals worldwide. The company has earned global recognition as a leading aircraft charter supplier and organises ad hoc charters of aircraft of every size for any reason. Air Partner is the only company in the aviation industry to hold a Royal Warrant (as Supplier of Aircraft Charter to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II) a globally recognised mark of excellence.
Further information can be found at http://www.airpartner.com
Tags: air cargo, Air freight, aircraft charter
02 Dec 10 Air Partner’s JetCard – now with a free hour of extra flying time to those must see destinations
Air Partner, the world renowned aircraft charter provider, has the definitive gift solution for savvy air travellers this Christmas – the Air Partner JetCard – which will appeal to any holidaymaker who has become exasperated with the whole scheduled air travel experience.
And for every JetCard purchased this month (November) the company is giving away an extra hour of flight time as it launches its Winter Escapes offer. That’s 26 hours in the air with prices from €820 an hour per person. JetCard clients enjoy world class travel by private jet and determine their own travel itineraries for the all-inclusive fixed price.
“Now in its sixth year, JetCard offers the best access to the widest range of aircraft of any jet card on the market today,” says David Macdonald, Air Partner’s Director of Private Jets. “Whether it’s an escape for some winter sun in destinations such as the Maldives or Barbados, or to enjoy snow sports in European resorts like Verbier or Courchevel, our JetCard transforms the journey into a wonderful and relaxing experience.”
JetCard holders can choose from very light, light, midsize, super midsize, large or global cabin jets and can switch between aircraft categories to suit their needs. Aircraft availability is guaranteed and there are no additional positioning costs, no monthly management fees, no peak day restrictions and no extra fuel or airport surcharges. Prices for a 25 hour card range from €4,320 per hour for a four-seat Citation Mustang to €15,400 for a 14-seat Global Express. Return trips and tours qualify for discounts, flight credit never expires and unused airtime can be refunded. A dedicated team of account managers is on hand to make the whole experience effortless. Once destination, airports and timings are determined, Air Partner takes care of every detail to ensure passengers travel in comfort, without any of the hassle, delays and frustration increasingly associated with commercial airlines.
For those who would rather purchase a one-off charter flight Air Partner is offering 5% off the price of ad hoc flights, also if purchased before the end of November. Using a private jet with Air Partner’s JetCard is simple – just call +44 (0)207 538 2273 or complete the online call-back form at http://www.airpartner.com
About Air Partner
Air Partner plc is a world-class provider of private jet, among other, services to industry, commerce, governments and individuals worldwide. The company has earned global recognition as a leading aircraft charter supplier and organises ad hoc charters of aircraft of every size for any reason. Air Partner is the only company in the aviation industry to hold a Royal Warrant (as Supplier of Aircraft Charter to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II) a globally recognised mark of excellence.
Tags: aircraft charter, jetcard, Private Jet
30 Nov 10 Air Partner appoints new Private Jets manager
Air Partner, a leading provider of private aviation services worldwide, has promoted Simon Wheatley to the position of UK Manager of its Private Jets Division.
Simon joined the company in 1998 as a member of the ServicePlus support team within the Commercial Jets division. He quickly progressed into a charter broker role and gained four years’ experience organising flights to move groups of every size using airliners with 20-500 seats. In 2002 he moved into a similar position within the Private Jets division, which offers ad hoc and JetCard charters on private and VIP aircraft, and became a PJ team leader in 2006.
“I have been involved with the broadest range of charter missions imaginable over the last 12 years ranging from financial road-shows, flights for royalty and organ transplant emergencies to product launches for thousands of guests and evacuations from war zones and impending natural disasters. In my new managerial position I look forward to putting all this experience to good use and will focus on our core strengths as a team to drive the company forward,” said Simon.
Celine Shabbas, Director of UK Trading, added: “Simon has clearly demonstrated his leadership and management skills and we know that our Private Jets clients will benefit from his knowledge, experience and dedication to providing a high quality personal service.”
Simon, who has an honours degree from Brighton University in Environmental Science, replaces Ben Bewsey who has moved on to pastures new.
About Air Partner
Air Partner plc is a world-class provider of private jet, among other, services to industry, commerce, governments and individuals worldwide. The company has earned global recognition as a leading aircraft charter supplier and organises ad hoc charters of aircraft of every size for any reason. Air Partner is the only company in the aviation industry to hold a Royal Warrant (as Supplier of Aircraft Charter to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II) a globally recognised mark of excellence.
Tags: jet charter, Private Jet, Private Jet Charter, Private jet hire, Private Jets
05 Nov 10 AirPartner Announces Strategic Alliance with CitationAir
Air Partner, a world renowned aircraft charter provider, and CitationAir by Cessna, an industry-leading private jet transportation solutions company based in the US, today announced the formation of a strategic alliance.
Through this newly-formed alliance, Air Partner will look after CitationAir’s Jet Card customers flying privately in Europe. CitationAir clients can access Air Partner’s JetCard service for flights within Europe at a fixed, all-inclusive price with guaranteed aircraft availability on a trip-by-trip basis.
CitationAir is Air Partner’s preferred private jet supplier for its JetCard clients travelling in North America. Under the agreement, Air Partner JetCard customers now have guaranteed access to a young fleet of 80 Cessna aircraft when travelling within CitationAir’s North American service area.
“This important relationship with another leading aviation company further strengthens the Air Partner brand and is in line with our strategy to continue to develop our products and services globally,” said Mark Briffa, Air Partner CEO. “CitationAir shares our commitment to superior quality and customer service and we are delighted to have been selected by the company to look after their clients in Europe. At the same time, our clients have the additional benefit of private travel throughout CitationAir’s service area that matches the high quality experience they have come to expect from Air Partner.”
Steve O’Neill, CitationAir’s Founder and CEO, said: “This alliance is the latest example of our strategy to bolster our customer base and significantly expand our geographic service area by teaming with like-minded, world-class organisations that share the company’s passion for excellence and its high standards for extraordinary customer service and safety. At CitationAir, our focus is to provide our customers with an unrivalled, high-quality personal travel experience. By aligning with Air Partner, we are very excited to provide a seamless transportation solution that allows our customers access to Europe, with the level of service to which they are accustomed.”
CitationAir’s parent company is Cessna Aircraft Company, one of the world’s largest and most reputable manufacturers of business jets.
About CitationAir
CitationAir is an industry leader offering individuals and businesses the advantages of private jet travel through its innovative programs, including Jet Card, Jet Shares, Jet Management and Corporate Solutions products. CitationAir flies Cessna’s popular Citation aircraft exclusively—the Citation Bravo, Citation CJ3, Citation XLS, and Citation Sovereign—which are serviced and maintained at the factory-level. CitationAir operates one of the youngest fleet of aircraft in the industry by highly trained pilots, setting the standard for superior customer service. CitationAir’s parent company is Cessna Aircraft Company, a Textron (NYSE: TXT) company. All CitationAir flights will be conducted by CitationAir under its Part 135 US Air Carrier certificate with CitationAir in operational control and are not affiliated with Air Partner’s JetCard programme.
More information about CitationAir and its offerings are available at http://www.citationair.com.
About Air Partner
Air Partner plc is a world-class provider of aviation services to industry, commerce, governments and individuals worldwide. The company has earned global recognition as a leading aircraft charter supplier and organises ad hoc charters of aircraft of every size for any reason. Its core divisions comprise Air Partner Private Jets, Commercial Jets and Air Freight Charter. Air Partner Private Jets offers on-demand jet charter and the company’s unique pre-paid JetCard scheme. The Commercial Jets division charters airliners with 20 to 500 seats to move groups of every size. Air Partner Freight provides a cargo aircraft charter service that allows cargo to be delivered anywhere at any time, utilising aircraft of every size. With its headquarters in the UK, Air Partner has 20 offices spanning Europe, North America, the Far East and Middle East and operates a 24/7 year-round Flight Support Centre from its London Gatwick base. The Group was formed in 1961 and is fully listed on the London Stock Exchange. Air Partner is the only company in the aviation industry to hold a Royal Warrant (as Supplier of Aircraft Charter to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II), a globally recognised mark of excellence.
For more information visit http://www.airpartner.com
Tags: cargo aircraft charter, jet charter, Private Jet, Private Jet Charter, Private jet hire
04 Nov 10 Air Cargo Charter services to meet the most demanding schedules
On time. On budget. Every time. In today’s increasingly competitive business world these three phrases mean everything. They are also the reason why corporations and governments worldwide utilise cargo aircraft charter to ensure the timely and secure delivery of their goods.
With air cargo charter the client has the invaluable benefit of control. Clients choose the aircraft (anything from a light cabin Learjet to the giant Antonov 225), airports and the schedule for their shipment.
For industries such as the automotive trade, where ‘just in time’ delivery of supplies drives ongoing production and profitability, the use of air freight charter is widespread. When speed and reliability are vital to keep the threat of lost production penalties away, investment in air cargo charter can quickly pay for itself.
But whilst air freight charter is commonly known for transporting urgent business goods, there is a wide array of instances in which air cargo charter provides an efficient and valuable transport solution.
Aircraft on Ground (AOG)
An AOG occurs when serious maintenance issues prevent an aircraft from flying. In this situation there is typically a rush to acquire the necessary replacement parts that will put the aircraft back into service and prevent delays. Many major airlines use air freight charter to provide an efficient and economical response to an AOG. A charter flight can be dispatched extremely quickly to move anything from small spares to large airframe and/ or technical staff. It is a proven, cost-effective solution that ensures airlines save on schedule disruption, passenger inconvenience, crew expenses and reputation.
Relief and Humanitarian Aid
When natural and man-made disasters occur, the ability to quickly deliver relief and humanitarian aid can make the difference between life and death. Air cargo charter is used worldwide by organisations such as the UN, EU, NATO and leading NGOs such as the Red Cross to provide flexible, rapid deployments into difficult areas. In many cases, these air freight charters are the first on scene with life-saving assistance and urgent supplies.
Oil well Equipment
The oil and gas industry is known for its unique demands, including the movement of oversize, hazardous and highly urgent cargo. Air freight charter brokers can provide the specialist experience to meet the specific demands of this industry, and can offer air cargo solutions in as little as one hour to keep production moving.
High Value Cargo
High-value items such as artwork, currency or election ballots require an uncompromising level of security and confidentiality. With air freight charter, clients know that their precise and discreet requirements will be met. Additional services can include anything from crew selection and airside supervision to the provision of dedicated couriers to travel onboard the aircraft with the consignment.
Dangerous Goods
Specialised air freight charter is sometimes the only way to transport dangerous goods with the necessary degree of security and safety.
Outsize Freight
The carriage of outsized air freight and heavy cargo requires expertise and forward planning. Air freight charter specialists understand freight aircraft capabilities, costing structures and global availabilities to meet any requirement. They can also identify the most suitable airfields to minimise surface transfers, secure handling equipment and the best aircraft for a clients’ budget.
About Air Partner
Air Partner is a global provider of aviation services and a leading cargo aircraft charter broker. The company offers a wide range of products, including ad-hoc charters, pre-paid JetCard scheme, and air cargo charter. Formed in 1961, Air Partner has offices in 17 countries and operates a 24/7 Flight Support centre.
Tags: air cargo charter, cargo aircraft charter, Private Jet Charter, Private jet hire
