There are so many ways to travel with pets. It could be a driving trip, travel by cruise ships or flying a pet in the cargo of a commercial airline. These options, nonetheless, may be limited by a complex set of rules and regulations over the species, breed and size of a pet. If you are looking for safe and friendly travel with pets – a private jet charter will be there just for you and your furry friends.
There are a variety of reasons to charter a plane and fly private with your pets instead of travelling commercially. In the GCC region, many expatriate clients want to fly their pets relocating from the region to their home countries; some travellers take their pets with them when going on a lengthy vacation. Whatever the reason is, private jet travel always has considerable advantages, for both, the owner and the pet.
In today’s airline industry, fewer and fewer airlines allow pets on board, the seats are reducing in size and it is getting more and more challenging to fit a pet in the cabin of the aircraft. If your pet is over 15 pounds or more than 12 inches tall, then, most commonly it will have to fly in the cargo hold. This section of the cargo is pressurized and temperature controlled, but some gentle souls are intolerant to enclosed spaces, which makes the flight a traumatic experience.
Most airlines imply a limit of one pet per passenger in the cabin. If there are multiple pets or the pets are unaccompanied, then they will have to travel as checked baggage or as cargo. Very few airlines will accept snub nose breeds such as Persian cats, Bulldogs, Pugs and Shih-Tzus in the cargo hold, as they may develop breathing problems at flying altitudes.
During the summer heat and in winter colder months, when the temperature on the runway exceeds comfort levels, many airlines will not accept a pet as checked baggage or as cargo. Many countries such as the United Kingdom, will only allow pets to fly commercially as manifest (air) cargo and not in the cabin.
On ASM Charter Learjet, pets can travel with their owner in the aircraft cabin and enjoy a full private flight, tailor-made with precision, exclusive to the traveller.
Provided all the pet documentation is correct and up-to-date, our experienced Operations Team will make all arrangements for clients who wish to travel with their domestic pets, ensuring the animal’s welfare and comfort at all times.
