FlighTime’s Services:

To understand more clearly, here’s a breakdown of FlighTime’s services: 

On-Demand Private Jet Charter

FlighTime provides access to an extensive network of over 3,899 operators and 12,500 aircraft, offering a range of options to suit various travel needs. Clients can choose from the following:

• Helicopters: Ideal for short-distance travel and accessing remote locations.
• Turboprops: Versatile and efficient for regional flights.
• Very Light Jets: Perfect for short to mid-range trips with a small group.
• Light Jets: Combining performance and comfort for business or leisure travel.
• Mid-Size Jets: Offering enhanced range and cabin space for longer journeys.
• Super Mid-Size Jets: Suitable for transcontinental flights with added luxury.
• Large Cabin Jets: Providing spacious interiors for up to 19 passengers, ideal for international travel.
• Ultra Long-Range Jets: Designed for non-stop intercontinental flights with maximum comfort.
• VIP Airliners: Offering unmatched space and amenities for large groups or special occasions. 

Charter Concierge Service

Beyond flight arrangements, FlighTime’s Charter Concierge Service ensures a seamless travel experience that includes: 

• Personalized Itineraries: Tailored flight schedules to fit clients’ specific needs.
• In-Flight Catering: Customized menus to match dietary preferences and tastes.
• Ground Transportation: Coordinated transfers to and from airports.
• 24/7 Support: Round-the-clock assistance for any travel adjustments or inquiries.
  
  

Aircraft Management

For aircraft owners, FlighTime offers comprehensive management services to simplify ownership responsibilities. As Mark clarified, “If you travel enough, you ought to own your own airplane, but the details can be more than you want to deal with so that’s where we step in.” Management includes services, such as:

• Maintenance Coordination: Ensuring aircraft meet and exceed FAA standards.
• Insurance Management: Access to extensive liability and hull insurance at competitive rates.
• Pilot Services: Provision of trained and licensed pilots, managed to FlighTime’s rigorous standards.
• Operational Support: Handling scheduling, dispatch and compliance with all regulatory requirements.
• Concierge Services: Including hangaring, cleaning, stocking and navigation data updates.

Aircraft Ownership Assistance

FlighTime’s dedicated sales staff assists clients in acquiring the right aircraft to match their travel needs and preferences, providing guidance throughout the purchasing process.

Regardless of which service best suits your needs, FlighTime combines industry expertise with personalized service to deliver exceptional private aviation experiences. In one recent case, a client’s friend experienced an unfortunate medical emergency in Mexico. 

“She couldn’t travel commercially or on a standard jet so we coordinated everything — an air ambulance, receiving physicians, hospital clearance, ground transportation, the list goes on,” shared Katelyn. “We had her home within 24 hours. When you’re in a foreign country, it’s scary. Our client told us, ‘I didn’t know who to call — but then I remembered you,’ and that kind of trust means everything.”

FlighTime clients range from first-time private flyers to seasoned aircraft owners. The company is known for tailoring each service level to individual needs. “My first questions are always: how often are you flying, where are you flying, and who are you flying with? That helps us figure out what aircraft type fits our client best — whether that’s chartering, fractional ownership or full ownership,” said Katelyn.

According to Mark, determining which option suits your lifestyle best is fairly simple. “If you’re flying less than 50 hours a year, charter is typically the way to go. If you’re flying more, we’ll talk fractional or even full ownership. It’s like golf — if you’re playing 10 rounds a year, pay as you go. But if you’re out there every weekend, maybe it’s time to join the club — or buy the course,” he joked. 

While the fractional and membership models are well known in the industry, FlighTime prefers a more flexible approach. “Our clients don’t like being boxed into contracts or stuck with unused hours,” Katelyn noted. “We often recommend on-demand charter — where you pay for each trip and we source the perfect aircraft every single time.”

For those who own jets, FlighTime’s full-service aircraft management takes the stress out of ownership. “It’s like owning a second home,” said Mark. “There are pilots, fuel, maintenance, weather, itineraries … We handle all of that. You just tell us where and when.”

Their attention to detail is legendary. “We’ve sourced snow crab claws, caviar, even arranged water taxis in the Bahamas,” expounded Katelyn. “Whether it’s The Masters or the Super Bowl, we make every trip seamless. No request is too big.”

It’s this combination of reach, reliability and a highly-curated personalized touch that sets FlighTime apart. “We operate with the same white-glove service as the finest hotels or clubs,” Mark adds. “When you fly with us, it’s about more than transportation — it’s about experience.”

And it all began with a passion for flight. “I got my pilot’s license in high school,” confided Mark. “I ended up flying for former Texas Governor Dolph Briscoe in the ’70’s. What was supposed to be a six-month gig turned into 50 years of business in Uvalde. My dad and I bought a small operation there, and over the decades we’ve built this into a family of aviation companies.”

Today, his son, Conrad, is a Flight Captain with FlighTime, and Katelyn is running the charter division with grace and a dedication her dad is proud of. Even his grandkids are showing signs of following in their footsteps.

“Honestly, it’s just exciting. We’re in the business of saving people time and giving them amazing experiences. Every day is different, and that’s what makes it so gratifying,” commented Katelyn.

As for the family motto? Mark grins. “Life’s too short for layovers — fly private!”