Compare modern subscription-based private jet access to asset-based fractional ownership or Jet Card models.
Model Type
Aircraft Access
Asset Ownership
Contract Term
Flight Access
Subscription Membership
20,000+ global aircraft
None
Annual
Guaranteed by aircraft class
Jet Cards & Fractional Ownership
Dedicated fleet under management
Yes (via fractional share)
12–60 months typical
Guaranteed based on program tier and share
Key Insight:
BlackJet provides both Jet Cards and fractional jet ownership through its managed fleet, including aircraft available via FractionalJetOwnership.com.
FLYT offers an asset-light, modern approach to guaranteed access without long-term capital exposure.
Upfront Capital
Hourly Rate
Contract Length
Depreciation Risk
Positioning Fees
$55,500 Annual Fee
$2,800/hr
12 months
None
None
~$1M+ Buy-In (for 1/16 share)
$7,000–$9,000/hr avg.
3–5 years typical
Yes
Typically included, but varies with aircraft share
Key Insight:
FLYT delivers true ownership-level access without multi-year commitments or the capital and depreciation exposure of traditional fractional programs.
Interchange Across Aircraft
Change or Cancel Membership
Fleet Access
Custom Routing
Yes (with published multipliers)
After 12 months
All categories globally
Yes
Limited to owned share or card limits
Not permitted during term
Limited to share program or fleet capacity
Dependent on share and fleet logistics
Key Insight:
FLYT offers unmatched adaptability across classes and itineraries.
BlackJet offers strong reliability within its fractional and Jet Card framework, but less day-to-day flexibility.
$55,500
$1M Buy-In + Fees
$55,500 + ($2,800 × 25) = $125,500
6–8 passengers
$5,020/hr
$8,000/hr
Key Insight:
FLYT's subscription pricing gives you consistent savings and flexibility while flying the same class of aircraft.
Hourly Rates
Surcharges
Positioning Fees
Exit Options
Flight Access
Fixed and published
Capped and disclosed
None
Cancel anytime after 1 year
Guaranteed by aircraft class
Varies by aircraft and program
Varies by profile or routing
May apply depending on tail availability
Requires resale of share or term completion
Guaranteed based on program
tier and share
Key Insight:
FLYT simplifies private aviation with predictable pricing.
BlackJet’s model may suit those seeking long-term stability through ownership.
FLYT gives you ownership-level access, minus the ownership obligations.
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