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People used to think that only wealthy people are the only ones who can afford to rent or use a private jet. However, things have quickly changed. Even the middle class society is trying to keep up with the growing trend by renting a private jet instead of commercial plane flights.

For those of you who have been living under a rock, a private jet is a compact and small size plane. It only has a few number of seats, and it has a capacity of 4 to 20 people depending on its size. In addition, it was originally designed for those who travel all the time, and it is also called as a business craft.

Nowadays, anyone, regardless of the status in life, can charter a private jet plane for fun or travel to city. Although it is very expensive, you are sure to have the best time of your life.

For many large corporations with continent hopping executives, traveling by private aircraft can be a cost effective business tool. Charter aircraft companies are located all over the world in the major countries and chartering a private jet comes with endless options for scheduling and offers passengers luxury, convenience and impeccable service.

Private jets for hire come in a myriad of shapes, sizes, configurations and with different speeds and range. There are six categories from very light to super heavy jets. Very light jets like the Cessna Citation carry 2 to 4 passengers, have a cruise speed of nearly 400 mph and a range of 1300 miles. The Learjet 55, a midsize jet, carries 7 passengers, has a speed of 450 mph and a range of 2500 miles. On the far end, the Boeing business jet has room for 50, a speed of 470 mph and a range of 7000 miles.

Air travel is now undergoing changes and will continue to change. United States security and safety is forever the commercial air travel and private air hire, carriers top goal.