Posts by VOLO Aviation

May 2026 set a new record for global business aviation: 374,254 business jet departures — up 26.68% year-over-year and 30.39% month-over-month, the strongest single month in the trailing twelve. North America hit a record 280,655 flights, Europe surged 68% month-over-month as the Riviera and Alpine seasons opened, and the Embraer Phenom 300 reclaimed the most-flown title at 39,663 flights. Here is the complete AviGo-sourced breakdown — and what record demand means for charter availability and pricing.

Most UK private-jet rankings treat Farnborough as the obvious #1 and stop there. The AviGo 2025 full-year departures ranking confirms it — Farnborough (EGLF) sits at 1,586 confirmed business jet departures — but the spread across #2-5 (Luton, Heathrow GA, Stansted, Biggin Hill) reveals where capacity actually lives and where charter clients should land first depending on destination, slot pressure, and noise-curfew exposure. Total across the five: 12,688 movements in 2025. Here's the operational breakdown.

Aerolíneas Argentinas just unveiled the Argentina national team's 2026 World Cup plane — an Airbus A330 (LV-KHU) in the iconic Albiceleste sky-blue and white, with a 6-meter-tall #10 painted on the tail honoring Maradona and Messi. As reigning champions, Argentina enters 2026 with the kind of high-profile arrival logistics that pull substantial private jet demand in their wake. Here's what VOLO is seeing for Argentina-related charter flows June-July 2026.

Most airport rankings combine departures and arrivals into a single 'movements' number. AviGo's 2025 full-year ranking by departures only tells a different story — and Teterboro (KTEB) at 71,697 departures stands ~1.8x above Westchester County (39,822) and Dallas Love (39,588). Palm Beach International (34,226) and Washington Dulles (33,703) complete the top 5. Here's what the departures-only view reveals about US business aviation.

2025 is in the books and the numbers are stark. The United States ran 3,756,581 business aviation flights — every jet and turboprop combined — representing more than 22 times the volume of the second-ranked country. Brazil holds #2 at 170,364, Canada #3 at 151,984, Australia #4 at 131,604, Mexico #5 at 113,238. This is the AviGo 2025 full-year country ranking; here's what the data shows and why each placement matters for charter clients.

Which business jet flies furthest in 2026? Five aircraft now exceed 7,500 nautical miles of range, reshaping non-stop intercontinental charter. Gulfstream G800 leads at 8,200 nm (entering service 2025), followed by Bombardier Global 8000 at 8,000 nm. We rank all five by max range, payload trade-offs, and which sectors each can fly non-stop.

Everything you need to know about private jet charter costs in 2026 — from light jets at $4,500/hour to ultra-long-range aircraft at $14,000/hour. Real pricing data, cost-saving tips, and how to get your first quote.

A no-nonsense guide for first-time private jet passengers — what to expect, how to book, what to pack, airport procedures, and tips to make your first flight unforgettable.

A data-driven comparison of private jets vs first class — cost per person, time savings, flexibility, privacy, and the scenarios where each option wins. The math might surprise you.

Empty leg flights offer 40-75% discounts on private jet travel. Learn how VOLO's AI matches you to repositioning flights in real-time, making private aviation accessible to a new generation of travelers.

From ARGUS ratings to pilot qualifications, here's a comprehensive guide to private aviation safety. Learn how VOLO vets every operator and what certifications to look for.

A transparent breakdown of private jet charter costs in 2026. From light jets at $3,000/hour to ultra-long-range at $12,000/hour, plus the hidden fees most brokers don't tell you about.

A detailed comparison of VOLO's Select, Elite, and Infinite membership tiers. Find the right program for your travel frequency, budget, and service expectations.

Private aviation faces valid sustainability concerns. Here's how the industry is responding with carbon offset programs, Sustainable Aviation Fuel, and AI-optimized routing.