Wednesday, October 27, 2021

FAR 135 Standards for Private Jets


Edgar Alacan, the co-founder of Jets.com, provides private air travel via his aviation firm. The company allows for the purchase of on-demand and pre-purchased tickets. Recognizing the importance of safety in private aviation, Edgar Alacan and his business adhere to Assure Safety Standards, thus ensuring private jet crew members place safety above all else.

Private jets, at a minimum, must adhere to FAR 91, a set of Federal Aviation Administration regulations that are widely-accepted. However, with its Safety-First Mission, Jets.com exceeds these regulations and instead adheres to FAR 135 standards. These standards are more rigorous for aircraft and private jet personnel.

Compared to FAR 91, which only requires drug and alcohol testing when requested by law enforcement, FAR 135 guidelines require that each employee undergoes testing during the pre-employment period. These tests are required periodically, following an accident, and when there is probable cause. Follow-up testing is also required according to these regulations.

Beyond drug and alcohol testing, FAR 135 standards restrict the amount of time flight crews are allowed to be on duty. According to these regulations, crew flight time cannot surpass 1,200 hours in a calendar year. Within a month, the flight time must remain below 120 hours, nor can it exceed 34 hours in seven consecutive days. When resting, crew members require at least nine hours of continuous rest for less than eight hours of flight time.

While FAR 91 standards let aircraft land at any airport, FAR 135 limits airport use. Private jets cannot land at an airport without a weather reporting facility. Suitable airports also need longer runways that allow for a landing within 80 percent of the runway’s length. This ensures planes can land safely during adverse conditions or emergencies.

Saturday, October 16, 2021

Three Jet Travel Tips for Beginners


A graduate of Brooklyn College in New York, Edgar Alacan built Jets.com from a three-person operation to a 50-plus employee business worth millions in annual sales. At Jets.com, Edgar Alacan manages the day-to-day operations, which includes providing private jet charter flights.

With more private air travel companies offering jet-like public charters, here are three travel tips for first-timers:

Use a reputable company: With an endless list of companies offering flights and private memberships, it’s critical to book and travel with a reputable company. In the United States, look for a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) approval.

Book in advance: Although you can book with most private jets on the same day, there is no guarantee you will get the particular jet you want. Depending on your travel needs and commitments, it’s best to book in advance, especially if you want to maximize your workday.



Have proper documentation: Traveling on a private jet does not absolve you from following international travel protocols and procedures. If you are flying to an international destination, you will need to provide a valid passport or obtain a visa.

Wednesday, October 6, 2021

Increasing Popularity of Private Jet


With a background in business administration, Edgar Alacan is the co-founder of Jets.com. Overseeing the sales department is one of Edgar Alacan’s many responsibilities at the company. Jets.com provides jet travel membership and services.

Delayed flights, long lines at airports, packed planes, and luggage limitations make traveling by commercial airlines an unpleasant chore. And with the travel protocols enforced by COVID-19, it's no wonder that many are turning to private jet travel. For many people, the main draw of private jet travel is saving time. Savings come in the form of faster and easier booking time. Private aviation can also save you a lot of time as a private jet can take you closer to your destination than a commercial flight, especially if there is a smaller airfield nearby.

In addition, a private jet allows you to fly or travel without being recognized. Many business clients operate under a corporate banner, and a business trip can be made in relative secrecy, particularly for top executives.