Statute Mile
A statute mile is a measure of distance which equals 5,280 feet. Continue reading Statute Mile
A statute mile is a measure of distance which equals 5,280 feet. Continue reading Statute Mile
The NBAA, or National Business Aviation Association, was established in 1947 and maintains the environment that promotes successful business aviation both nationally and internationally. Continue reading NBAA
Ramp access is offered by many FBOs and allows passengers to drive their car right up to the jet. This dramatically reduces boarding time and alleviates the stress of flying with multiple suitcases, pets, and other cargo. Continue reading Ramp Access
Precipitation is defined as water, in any form, that is present in the atmosphere. Precipitation comes in several forms ranging from fog to snow. Continue reading Precipitation
Cargo or passengers on a flight are referred to as the payload, or the revenue generating items aboard the aircraft during operation. The payload is not necessary for the operation of the flight itself. Continue reading Payload
A nautical mile is the unit of measurement used to calculate distances in air navigation. Continue reading Nautical Mile
Mechanical or maintenance may arise with the aircraft you have chartered for your flight. Being able to recover means another trip became available to fulfill your trip. Continue reading Mechanical/Recovery
An aircraft lavatory can be defined in one of three ways: a room similar to a bathroom with a washbowl and toilet, an area with just a washbowl, or an area with just a flush toilet. Many private charters include … Continue reading Lavatory
The most common unit of measurement for the airspeed of an aircraft is a knot. A knot is equivalent to one nautical mile per hour. Continue reading Knot
Air that is moving in the opposite direction that the aircraft is traveling is known as a headwind. Continue reading Headwind