A business trip, a family vacation or a spontaneous weekend getaway – in most of these circumstances, the fastest and most convenient means of transport is by plane. However, the atmosphere of a large airport can be tiring and irritating, and the proposed dates and times of flights do not always match our plans. There is still the issue of reaching the chosen destination, especially if it is located outside the strict center of the large city in which we landed. An alternative to scheduled flights are commercial charter flights on private jets. Some operators offer their clients the empty legs service. What does it involve and when is it worth using it?

Empty legs – what are they?

An empty leg is an empty flight. It takes place when the plane is just taking passengers or returning after completing the flight. There is no one on board except the pilots and possibly a stewardess. Despite this, the flight must take place, so the plane will burn fuel. It is therefore more profitable from both an ecological and economic point of view to take passengers. That is why an empty legs flight is cheaper than a standard flight on the same route. The main difference compared to a standard, booked flight is that the passenger has no influence on the choice of destination and flight date – they can simply take advantage of the opportunity.

When is it worth using empty legs?

Charter flights on private jets are primarily associated with flexibility and freedom. For this reason, empty legs may not suit all users. Due to the dynamics and specificity of the private flight market, information about available flights is known to us for a maximum of several weeks and most often only a few days in advance – that is the time a potential client has to make a decision.

It is most profitable to use an empty leg when the flight route coincides with our needs. The second option is a spontaneous trip – the appearance of information about an available flight may be an impulse to take a few days off and have, for example, a city break.

Empty legs – advantages

Using empty legs has a whole host of advantages. First of all, we save money – due to the specifics and certain restrictions, the flight is cheaper than standard. It is also a sensible decision in terms of ecology.

In addition, empty legs have all the advantages of private jet flights. We avoid annoying airport procedures, travel in exceptionally comfortable conditions, the flight is smooth and is also friendly to people with special needs (e.g. seniors, neuroatypical people).

Empty legs – cost

The price of each flight is determined individually. It depends on numerous variables, such as the length of the route, the place of take-off and landing, as well as the size of the aircraft and available facilities.

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Year by year, Poles are increasingly interested in private flights, carried out on board comfortable jets. It is hardly surprising, considering how many advantages are associated with traveling by private jet. The planes are intimate, comfortable, safe and modern. Flight procedures are simplified to a minimum and smaller planes easily reach places far from major airports. They are available whenever we need them. So are private jets the future of transport in Poland and Europe? It is worth taking a look at the facts.

Private flights – Poland

In 2022, private planes took off from Polish airports almost 9 thousand times. Just 5 years earlier, there were more than five times fewer flights. The fleet of private planes in Poland already has about 2 thousand machines, of which several dozen are registered not for large corporations, but for private individuals and sole proprietorships.

Most often, flights are several hours long within Europe. Private jets take passengers to domestic destinations less often. There are the fewest intercontinental flights, not counting the close ones – to North Africa or the Middle East.

Private jets – for whom?

In most cases, private flights are used by businesses. It is precisely people running companies on an international scale who most need fast and reliable means of transport, which would also be comfortable and would allow for adjusting the place or time of departure strictly to the needs of passengers.

However, this does not mean that a private jet is not intended for private purposes. It is a great choice for families with children, for groups of friends and for all those who value comfort and the possibility of trouble-free reaching non-standard destinations, other than big cities and popular resorts.

Private charter – possibilities

In the context of private planes, it is often said that we buy not a plane or a flight, but time. It is true – having your own plane or using the offer of companies that provide commercial flights means saving many hours that previously had to be spent on getting to the airport, completing procedures, waiting for the plane and for a possible transfer, and then reaching your destination – if it is located far from a large airport.

Private planes are also exceptionally safe – the risk resulting from irresponsible behavior of third parties is almost completely eliminated, the plane can also modify the route to avoid bad weather. This is the only means of transport so well adapted to passengers with special needs – e.g. seniors, families with small children or neuroatypical people.

Private plane flights – price

What stops Poles from using private jet flights even more often or from buying their own plane is the price. Indeed – buying a plane costs tens of millions of zlotys and for a flight on a domestic route we will pay tens of thousands of zlotys. So it is still a premium service.

Will private planes become more accessible to the middle class in the future? Everything indicates that they will. It is worth remembering that until recently only the wealthy could afford a car, while now it is standard in every household.

A reliable business consists of many elements. Its basis is professionalism, openness to innovation, willingness to learn, and respect for customers and suppliers. However, solid partnerships that contribute to growth on both sides are essential. AMC Aviation has been a business partner of Gulfstream Aerospace – one of the most recognizable global aviation companies – for years.

Gulfstream – planes for demanding customers

Gulfstream Aerospace is a solid brand with nearly 70 years of history. The company dates back to 1957. It was then that the Gulfstream brand was established, belonging to the American company Grumman Aircraft Engineering Corporation, which produces aircraft for the military.

The G-159 Gulfstream I designed and built by this company was the world’s first commercial aircraft. It owes its popular name to a natural phenomenon known as the Gulf Stream – a strong, warm sea current flowing from North America to Europe.

The great success of the G-159 led Grumman Aircraft Engineering to further explore the concept of small commercial aircraft. The special purpose vehicle established to carry out this task was sold to the outstanding businessman Allen Paulson and soon gained the name Gulfstream American Corporation, which in turn in 1982 gained its current name – Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation. Since 2001, Gulfstream has been part of the General Dynamics concern and is still an American company.

Gulfstream aircraft in the AMC Aviation fleet

At AMC Aviation, we appreciate aircraft with a solid structure, durable and reliable, as well as energy-efficient and comfortable. That is why we have several Gulfstreams in our fleet that perfectly meet these requirements.

The Gulfstream G150, based at the Wrocław-Strachowice airport, is a small and at the same time very comfortable midsize jet. In the supermidsize jet category, the Gulfstream G280 model will meet your wildest expectations. The largest aircraft in our fleet is also a Gulfstream – an ultra long range Gulfstream G500.

G280 – specification and history

AMC Aviation is the largest operator and the most experienced G280 maintenance station in Europe. This agile aircraft with an impressive range of 6,667 km is currently the smallest aircraft offered by Gulfstream. Work on the model began in 2005 and the prototype first flew in 2009.

The G280s in our fleet can accommodate 9 passengers and large luggage. The plane has the quietest cabin in its class. You can even sleep on board, but also eat a delicious hot or cold meal, enjoy a wide selection of best alcohols and rely on the stewardess’ care.

Gulfstream Aerospace and AMC Aviation – fruitful cooperation

We service Gulfstream aircraft with skill, knowledge and experience. We offer both a charter service and technical service.

However, the cooperation between AMC Aviation and Gulfstream Aeroscape does not end there – we willingly take part in joint ventures, such as the G600 business class jet show, which we organized together in our hangar at the Warsaw-Modlin airport. We also participate in conferences and events for Gulfstream operators, where we can share our observations and experience.

If you are looking for pilots experienced in flying Gulfstreams, technicians familiar with servicing these aircraft, as well as professional advice on purchasing a plane from the Gulfstream offer – we are at your disposal!