AVIATION ADVISORY
Independent Aviation Advisory | Strategy Before the Aircraft
For aircraft owners, prospective buyers, and family offices who want independent guidance before making a high-impact aviation decision.
Most aviation decisions are made with incomplete information or with advice from someone who benefits from the outcome. The Aeris Agency provides independent aviation advisory with no aircraft to sell, no management contract to fill, and no program to push. Just honest analysis and strategy built entirely around your situation. Whether you're evaluating your first aircraft purchase, reassessing your current management company, or trying to determine whether ownership still makes sense for your mission, we start with strategy, then execution follows.
AVIATION ADVISORY
Independent Aviation Advisory | Strategy Before the Aircraft
For aircraft owners, prospective buyers, and family offices who want independent guidance before making a high-impact aviation decision.
Most aviation decisions are made with incomplete information or with advice from someone who benefits from the outcome. The Aeris Agency provides independent aviation advisory with no aircraft to sell, no management contract to fill, and no program to push. Just honest analysis and strategy built entirely around your situation. Whether you're evaluating your first aircraft purchase, reassessing your current management company, or trying to determine whether ownership still makes sense for your mission, we start with strategy, then execution follows.
UNDERSTANDING THE SERVICE
What Is Independent Aviation Advisory
Aviation advisory is independent guidance for individuals, families, and organizations making significant decisions about private aircraft, whether that means buying, selling, operating, or reconsidering the entire ownership model.
The word "independent" matters. Most advice in private aviation comes from people who earn when you transact. Dealers who earn on a sale, management companies who earn on a contract, fractional programs that earn on enrollment. Their incentive is not always aligned with your best outcome.
An independent aviation advisor earns nothing from the aircraft you buy, the program you choose, or the management company you hire. The only obligation is to the client. That independence produces fundamentally different advice analysis that starts with your mission, your budget, and your priorities, not with what's available to sell.
The Aeris Agency brings independent aviation advisory to owners, prospective buyers, and family offices navigating decisions that range from first purchases to fleet strategy. Every engagement is custom. Every recommendation is defensible on its own merits.
UNDERSTANDING THE SERVICE
What Is Independent Aviation Advisory
Aviation advisory is independent guidance for individuals, families, and organizations making significant decisions about private aircraft, whether that means buying, selling, operating, or reconsidering the entire ownership model.
The word "independent" matters. Most advice in private aviation comes from people who earn when you transact. Dealers who earn on a sale, management companies who earn on a contract, fractional programs that earn on enrollment. Their incentive is not always aligned with your best outcome.
An independent aviation advisor earns nothing from the aircraft you buy, the program you choose, or the management company you hire. The only obligation is to the client. That independence produces fundamentally different advice analysis that starts with your mission, your budget, and your priorities, not with what's available to sell.
The Aeris Agency brings independent aviation advisory to owners, prospective buyers, and family offices navigating decisions that range from first purchases to fleet strategy. Every engagement is custom. Every recommendation is defensible on its own merits.
THE ADVISORY SCOPE
Aviation Decisions We Help You Make
Aviation advisory covers the full spectrum of ownership and acquisition decisions. Here is what a typical engagement addresses — adapted to your specific situation.
Aircraft Acquisition & Sales Strategy
Buying or selling a business aircraft is one of the largest financial decisions in private aviation. We provide independent analysis on aircraft selection, market timing, valuation, pre-purchase inspection strategy, and negotiation positioning without a stake in which aircraft you choose or whether the transaction closes.
Management Company Evaluation
Your aircraft management company controls the safety, cost, and operational performance of your asset. Most owners have no independent framework for evaluating whether their management company is performing — or how it compares to the market. We build that framework and deliver an honest assessment.
Jet Card & Program Analysis
Jet cards, fractional programs, and charter memberships each have different cost structures, commitment levels, and operational realities. We analyze the options against your actual usage patterns and identify which program — or combination — delivers the best value for your specific flight profile.
Ownership vs. Charter Assessment
Aircraft ownership is not always the right answer. We conduct an honest ownership vs. charter analysis that accounts for your actual annual hours, mission requirements, preferred aircraft type, and total cost of ownership including the costs most people don't account for until they're already in a contract.
Long-Term Aviation Planning
For family offices, corporations, and high-net-worth individuals with evolving aviation needs — we develop long-term aviation strategies that account for changing usage patterns, fleet transitions, tax considerations, and operational structures. Strategy built to last, not just to close a deal.
THE ADVISORY SCOPE
Aviation Decisions We Help You Make
Aviation advisory covers the full spectrum of ownership and acquisition decisions. Here is what a typical engagement addresses — adapted to your specific situation.
Aircraft Acquisition & Sales Strategy
Buying or selling a business aircraft is one of the largest financial decisions in private aviation. We provide independent analysis on aircraft selection, market timing, valuation, pre-purchase inspection strategy, and negotiation positioning without a stake in which aircraft you choose or whether the transaction closes.
Management Company Evaluation
Your aircraft management company controls the safety, cost, and operational performance of your asset. Most owners have no independent framework for evaluating whether their management company is performing — or how it compares to the market. We build that framework and deliver an honest assessment.
Jet Card & Program Analysis
Jet cards, fractional programs, and charter memberships each have different cost structures, commitment levels, and operational realities. We analyze the options against your actual usage patterns and identify which program — or combination — delivers the best value for your specific flight profile.
Ownership vs. Charter Assessment
Aircraft ownership is not always the right answer. We conduct an honest ownership vs. charter analysis that accounts for your actual annual hours, mission requirements, preferred aircraft type, and total cost of ownership including the costs most people don't account for until they're already in a contract.
Long-Term Aviation Planning
For family offices, corporations, and high-net-worth individuals with evolving aviation needs — we develop long-term aviation strategies that account for changing usage patterns, fleet transitions, tax considerations, and operational structures. Strategy built to last, not just to close a deal.
THE PROCESS
How Aviation Advisory Works
Every engagement begins with understanding your situation not presenting a solution.
01
Discovery
We start by understanding your current aviation situation, mission requirements, usage patterns, and financial parameters. No assumptions, no pre-built solutions. The engagement is shaped entirely by what this conversation reveals.
02
Analysis
We conduct the relevant analysis — market research, operator comparisons, cost modeling, management company benchmarking, or ownership vs. charter financial modeling — depending on the nature of your decision.
03
Advisory Delivery
Findings and recommendations are delivered in a clear, actionable format. Written analysis, direct briefing, or both — depending on the complexity of the engagement and your preferences.
04
Ongoing Support
Aviation decisions rarely resolve in a single conversation. We remain available throughout the decision process answering questions, pressure-testing assumptions, and providing independent perspective as the situation evolves.
SPEAK WITH AN ADVISOR
THE PROCESS
How Aviation Advisory Works
Every engagement begins with understanding your situation not presenting a solution.
01
Discovery
We start by understanding your current aviation situation, mission requirements, usage patterns, and financial parameters. No assumptions, no pre-built solutions. The engagement is shaped entirely by what this conversation reveals.
02
Analysis
We conduct the relevant analysis — market research, operator comparisons, cost modeling, management company benchmarking, or ownership vs. charter financial modeling — depending on the nature of your decision.
03
Advisory Delivery
Findings and recommendations are delivered in a clear, actionable format. Written analysis, direct briefing, or both — depending on the complexity of the engagement and your preferences.
04
Ongoing Support
Aviation decisions rarely resolve in a single conversation. We remain available throughout the decision process answering questions, pressure-testing assumptions, and providing independent perspective as the situation evolves.
SPEAK WITH AN ADVISOR
OUR CLIENTS
Who Aviation Advisory Is For
Aviation advisory is for anyone facing a significant private aviation decision who wants independent guidance before they commit.
Prospective Aircraft Buyers
First-time buyers evaluating whether ownership makes sense, what aircraft fits their mission, and how to navigate the acquisition process without relying on advice from a seller. We provide the independent perspective the transaction market doesn't offer.
Current Aircraft Owners
Owners reassessing their management company, considering a sale or upgrade, needing supplemental lift, evaluating whether their current aircraft still fits their mission, or simply wanting an independent review of their aviation operation and costs.
Family Offices
Family offices managing aviation assets on behalf of principals requiring independent benchmarking of management company performance, cost structure analysis, and long-term aviation planning that aligns with the family's broader financial strategy.
Executives & Corporate Aviation
C-suite executives and corporate aviation departments evaluating whether their current aviation program, owned aircraft, fractional, jet card, or charter is optimally structured for their actual usage and budget.
First-Time Private Aviation Entrants
Individuals entering private aviation for the first time and trying to understand the landscape ownership, fractional, jet card, charter before committing to a program or purchase. We provide the education and analysis to make an informed first decision.
OUR CLIENTS
Who Aviation Advisory Is For
Aviation advisory is for anyone facing a significant private aviation decision who wants independent guidance before they commit.
Prospective Aircraft Buyers
First-time buyers evaluating whether ownership makes sense, what aircraft fits their mission, and how to navigate the acquisition process without relying on advice from a seller. We provide the independent perspective the transaction market doesn't offer.
Current Aircraft Owners
Owners reassessing their management company, considering a sale or upgrade, needing supplemental lift, evaluating whether their current aircraft still fits their mission, or simply wanting an independent review of their aviation operation and costs.
Family Offices
Family offices managing aviation assets on behalf of principals requiring independent benchmarking of management company performance, cost structure analysis, and long-term aviation planning that aligns with the family's broader financial strategy.
Executives & Corporate Aviation
C-suite executives and corporate aviation departments evaluating whether their current aviation program, owned aircraft, fractional, jet card, or charter is optimally structured for their actual usage and budget.
First-Time Private Aviation Entrants
Individuals entering private aviation for the first time and trying to understand the landscape ownership, fractional, jet card, charter before committing to a program or purchase. We provide the education and analysis to make an informed first decision.
STILL NOT SURE?
Frequently Asked Questions
Is private jet charter worth it compared to first class?
For groups of four or more, private jet charter is often comparable to first-class commercial tickets when you factor in time saved, flexibility, and the ability to fly direct to smaller airports. You arrive 15 minutes before departure, skip security, and land at a private terminal. The math changes significantly when you price four or more first-class tickets on a route with connections versus a direct charter flight.
What is the difference between a jet card, fractional ownership, and owning an aircraft?
A jet card is a prepaid block of flight hours with a fixed hourly rate, no ownership, no long-term commitment, predictable pricing. Fractional ownership means purchasing a share of a specific aircraft with guaranteed availability and fixed operating costs. Full ownership means purchasing the entire aircraft with maximum control and flexibility, but also full responsibility for all operating costs, crew, maintenance, and management. Each has different cost structures, commitment levels, and operational realities. The right choice depends on your annual hours, mission consistency, and how much operational control you want.
How is a charter broker different from a charter operator?
A charter operator owns and flies aircraft they have and can offer from their fleet. A charter broker has access to hundreds of operators and thousands of aircraft, allowing them to find the best option for your specific trip on price, safety, and positioning not just what's convenient for the operator.
How much does it cost to rent a private jet?
Private jet charter typically starts around $5,000 to $7,000 per hour for a turboprop, $7,000 to $9,000 per hour for a light jet, $9,000 to $12,000 per hour for midsize and super midsize jets, and $13,000 to $15,000 per hour for heavy jets. Ultra long range jets start around $18,000 to $21,000 per hour. All pricing varies by aircraft type, destination, availability, and season. Contact The Aeris Agency for a personalized quote.
Can I bring pets on a private jet charter?
Yes. One of the biggest advantages of private aviation is that pets fly in the cabin with you. No cargo holds, no crates under the aircraft, no separation. Most operators accommodate dogs, cats, and other pets with advance notice. Let your advisor know when booking so we can confirm pet accommodations with the operator before departure.
STILL NOT SURE?
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I buy a private jet or charter?
It depends entirely on your annual flight hours, mission profile, and financial priorities. Aircraft ownership typically makes financial sense at 200+ hours per year for a specific aircraft category. Below that threshold, charter or a fractional program usually delivers better economics when you account for the full cost of ownership, acquisition, management fees, maintenance reserves, insurance, crew, and depreciation. We conduct an honest ownership vs. charter analysis based on your actual usage not a general rule of thumb.
What is the difference between a jet card, fractional ownership, and owning an aircraft?
A jet card is a prepaid block of flight hours with a fixed hourly rate, no ownership, no long-term commitment, predictable pricing. Fractional ownership means purchasing a share of a specific aircraft with guaranteed availability and fixed operating costs. Full ownership means purchasing the entire aircraft with maximum control and flexibility, but also full responsibility for all operating costs, crew, maintenance, and management. Each has different cost structures, commitment levels, and operational realities. The right choice depends on your annual hours, mission consistency, and how much operational control you want.
How do I know if my aircraft management company is performing well?
Most owners have no independent benchmark for management company performance. Key indicators include actual vs. budgeted operating costs, maintenance turnaround times, crew retention, charter revenue generation if applicable, and responsiveness to owner requests. We provide an independent management company evaluation that benchmarks your operator against the market and identifies whether the relationship is serving your interests or costing you more than it should.
What is an independent aviation advisor?
n independent aviation advisor provides guidance on aviation decisions without earning a commission on the outcome. Unlike aircraft dealers, management companies, or fractional programs whose advice is influenced by what they earn from the transaction. An independent advisor's only obligation is to the client. The Aeris Agency is fully independent. We earn nothing from the aircraft you buy, the program you choose, or the management company you hire.
START WITH STRATEGY
The Right Aviation Decision Starts With Independent Advice.
Before you buy, sell, sign, or commit get an independent perspective. One conversation is all it takes to understand your options clearly.
START WITH STRATEGY
The Right Aviation Decision Starts With Independent Advice.
Before you buy, sell, sign, or commit get an independent perspective. One conversation is all it takes to understand your options clearly.
We exist for the client who values time, privacy, and precision. The Aeris Agency is a boutique aviation and travel advisory independently guided, safety-vetted, and built to move you through the world without friction.
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We exist for the client who values time, privacy, and precision. The Aeris Agency is a boutique aviation and travel advisory in Minneapolis, independently guided, safety-vetted, and built to move you through the world without friction.
Aeris Ecosystem
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Copyright 2026. The Aeris Agency . All Rights Reserved.