Thursday, May 20, 2021

Jet 747-8i - Largest Private Jet in the World


Edgar Alacan offers more than a decade of experience in the private jet industry as co-founder of Jets.com. Through Jets.com, Edgar Alacan offers private charters on various sized jets.

The largest private jet in the world, the Boeing Business Jet 747-8i, is based on the Boeing line of passenger aircraft. It is a dual-level jumbo jet designed with luxury and comfort at the forefront. The United States government is designing one to replace the current Air Force One.

From end to end, the Boeing Business Jet 747-8i measures 250 feet. When configured properly, it has room for more than 400 passengers. The interior of the plane has everything one would expect in a luxurious home. There are bathrooms, dining rooms, a master bedroom, lounges, and staterooms available, depending on the owner’s personal choices. The starting price for a new Boeing 747-8i Business Jet is an estimated $370 million, depending on the features requested.

Tuesday, May 4, 2021

Safety Leader Training Course


The co-founder of Jets.com, Edgar Alacan helped grow the company from a startup to a thriving jet charter company with more than 50 employees and $40 million in annual revenues. To stay informed of topics within the aviation industry, Edgar Alacan maintains membership in the WYVERN Air Charter Safety Foundation.


Committed to enhancing safety and security worldwide, WYVERN helps aviation service providers create strong safety management cultures within their organizations. WYVERN’s Safety Leader Training Course teaches essential skills to enable professionals to lead teams effectively and contribute to overall operational excellence.

The four-day classroom course is held at WYVERN headquarters or on-site, as well as in a four-day online format. Coursework includes progressive safety techniques that follow guidance from multiple aviation authorities, professional organizations, and the Safety Management International Collaboration Group. The course counts as four credits toward an NBAA Certified Aviation Manager credential and fulfills training requirements toward recognition as a Certified International Safety Manager by the International Society of Safety Professionals.