Small Jets: The Next Big Thing?

摘要

Business-class and other frequent flyers tired of the hassles associated with using the nations major airports are about to be given a new alternative. Very light jets (VLJ)-a new class of airplane-are poised to make the budding air taxi service a viable option to those willing to pay a small premium above the price of a coach ticket on the nations major commercial airlines. For roughly the cost of a business-class ticket, travelers will be able to book a flight at a time of their choosing and travel between regional airports in a jet-powered six-seat airplane not much bigger than an SUV. No long lines at the ticketing/baggage counter, at security checkpoints, or on the tarmac.