AIR CHARTER : Choosing an operator

Many factors affect the selection of the right air charter operator.

While talking to a prospective operator, you would need to quesion him thoroughly. At times, Charter operators, like any other specialist, sometimes obscure conversation with technical jargon. This site has a glossary of terms to assist, but do not hesitate if you need any clarification. Any good charter operator should appreciate the opportunity to peruse through a prospective itinerary alongwith you as long as you are serious about using his service.

Credentials of an charter operator are important. Do not hesitate to see the charter operator's operating certificates, safety track record or insurance policies. If your company has any unique insurance policies, do discuss them.

Do ask the charter operator for customer references. Once he provides them, do use them. Call these customers and feel free to ask questions about their business dealings with the charter operator. This should give you a quick sense of whether or not they were happy with the services that they had been provided.

Lastly, and if possible, make a visit to your charter operator. Remember Air charter is a service business, and the people in the industry represent the key to success. Moreover at the premises, you can have a thorough look at the aircraft.