Private aviation pricing gets complicated when you're working around a toddler's nap schedule. A two-hour departure delay on a midsize jet runs about $8,000-$12,000 depending on the aircraft. Parents want flexibility, but they're also paying for flight crew hours, hangar time, and slot reservations at busy airports.
We build in buffer time that makes sense. If your three-year-old naps at 1 PM, we're not booking a noon departure from Teterboro. We schedule for 3 PM, accept the higher afternoon slot fee, and plan for the crew to have lunch ready when everyone boards refreshed.
The Real Costs
Most families don't need a Global 6000 for a trip to Florida. We match aircraft to actual needs—a Light Jet for four people costs roughly $15,000 from New York to Miami versus $45,000 for a heavy jet they don't need.