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DESERT JET – Aircraft Charter, Private Jet Charter, Air Charter, Charter Flights, Palm Springs

Desert Jet provides luxury private jet charter

with the largest fleet of aircraft

available in the Palm Springs area.

Aircraft charter is the perfect alternative to high-priced fractional ownership and
inflated hourly costs associated with membership card programs.

Private aircraft travel – your way.

Want to fly on jet charters occasionally?

Just call or email and we will make all the arrangements. No long term contracts or commitments, no large upfront deposits or capital investments. Forget expensive jet cards and fractional shares – just pay as you fly, on your schedule and your terms.

Are you a regular flyer?

Fly with us as if you have your own private flight department. No contracts to sign for each and every flight – just give us the details and be on your way. The aircraft will be outfitted with your personal or business items as desired, whether it be company logo items or your personal beverage favorites. When you board the aircraft, you will enjoy the familiarity of having pilots you know and trust, that anticipate your needs based on their experience with you.

Want complete flexibility to have an aircraft available at your disposal?

We offer long term lease, partnership and full ownership options and create any structure desired to fit your needs. We manage all aspects of the transaction and operation of the aircraft to make your experience seamless. In addition, we offer you the opportunity to earn revenue by allowing other Desert Jet clients to use your aircraft when you don’t need it.

Experience the Desert Jet difference, where you will fly on your own schedule with a local air charter company you know and trust.

"Desert Jet’s #1 priority is your safety, followed closely by your comfort. With our perfect safety record, highly experienced flight crews and impeccably maintained aircraft, you can rest assured that you will always be in safe and trustworthy hands. But that’s just the beginning. With Desert Jet, you’ll experience personalized service aimed at helping you enjoy your private jet charter experience. Not only do we get you there safely and on time, but we also care about the experience you have while you’re getting there."
- Denise Wilson, President

 

Call Desert Jet today at 1-800-381-JET
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