FAQ
Why select Fargo Jet Center as your aircraft charter service provider?
What are the requirements for your pilots?
Is Fargo Jet Center a charter operator or a charter broker?
What types of aircraft are in Fargo Jet Center's fleet?
Is chartering an aircraft similar to renting an aircraft?
How do I arrange an aircraft charter trip?
Can Fargo Jet Center fly in all types of weather?
When should I arrive for departure?
What happens when I arrive at my destination?
Can I change my schedule while I am on the trip?
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Why select Fargo Jet Center as your aircraft charter service provider?
Fargo Jet Center (FJC) has been in the aviation and charter business for more than a decade. We are an elite aircraft charter service provider with an excellent reputation for safety and customer service.
FJC maintains a very high audited safety rating; ARG/US (Aviation Research Group/US, Inc.) "Gold Rating". We hire the most experienced pilots and we focus on providing consistent, exceptional customer-focused service in every aspect of our business.
FJC has the most diverse fleet of aircraft to choose from to meet your specific travel needs. We invest over $100,000 annually on pilot training, going over and above what is required by the Federal Aviation Administration.
What are the requirements for your pilots?
Fargo Jet Center (FJC) exceeds Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) requirements for pilots. We adhere to the highest proficiency levels as required by ARG/US “Gold Rating” audits.
FJC pilots participate in FAA required recurrency training and flight tests twice a year, medical exams, safety screenings and random drug testing. All pilots are FAA certified and licensed.
FJC provides two pilots on every private jet flight or turbo-prop flight and typically, one pilot on all of FJC’s other flights. Two pilots can be requested on any flight, just let us know in advance.
Is Fargo Jet Center a charter operator or a charter broker?
We are a charter operator – Fargo Jet Center is an approved FAA domestic and international air carrier. We are authorized to operate the aircraft listed on our FAR Part 135 certificate.
Fargo Jet Center’s operations are routinely audited and inspected by the FAA and industry regulatory authorities. You may call the local FAA office to verify that Fargo Jet Center, Inc. is a certified operator; in fact we encourage you to do this. Their phone number is 701-277-1245.
What types of aircraft are in Fargo Jet Center's fleet?
Fargo Jet Center operates a diverse selection of business aircraft from top manufacturers including Cessna, Raytheon, and Piper.
Aircraft models include Cessna’s Citation, Beechcraft’s King Air, and Piper’s Navajo and Seneca models.
Is chartering an aircraft similar to renting an aircraft?
Not really. In order to rent an aircraft, you must be a pilot.
When you charter an aircraft from Fargo Jet Center, we provide the professional flight crew and we manage all the scheduling details for your trip.
How do I arrange an aircraft charter trip?
It's easy. Simply call one of our Charter – Customer Service Representatives at 1.800.770.0538 and tell us where you want to go and when.
We will suggest airports that are closest to your destination. We will arrange in-flight catering, ground transportation, hotels…whatever you need to make your trip relaxing, comfortable and productive. Your quote will include a detailed itinerary letting your know your departure time and your expected arrival time.
Or you can visit Fargo Jet Center’s Air Charter, Online Trip Quote to quickly receive a price quote from our Charter Department.
Can Fargo Jet Center fly in all types of weather?
While no aircraft can fly in all types of weather, Fargo Jet Center’s aircraft have all-season capability, with the equipment to avoid summertime thunderstorms and deal with wintertime snow and ice.
Even with this equipment, there are times when flights must be diverted or delayed for weather. Your flight crew will inform you of any delays and options for dealing with such delays. Safety is always our overriding concern. We know you wouldn’t want it any other way.
When should I arrive for departure?
One of the primary benefits of charter is that you set the schedule. You set the departure time and arrive at your convenience. The aircraft will be normally ready for departure no later than 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time and will depart only when your group is ready to go.
What happens when I arrive at my destination?
After landing at your destination airport, the aircrew will taxi the aircraft to a business similar to the facility at Fargo Jet Center. In aviation vernacular, such businesses are known as Fixed Base Operations, or FBO’s.
The flight crew will escort you to the FBO lobby to continue your business trip. Fargo Jet Center personnel can help you with ground transportation arrangements such as rental cars or other options.
The destination FBO will be arranged before your departure so you may notify your business associates of your destination.
Can I change my schedule while I am on the trip?
You sure can. Our Charter - Customer Service Representatives are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We are in constant communication with your aircrew and will gladly assist you with schedule changes whenever required.