CHARTER FLIGHTS FROM
SOMERSET AIRPORT, NJ
With a safe, comfortable Cessna Chancellor III
CHARTER FLIGHTS FROM
SOMERSET AIRPORT, NJ
With a safe, comfortable Cessna Chancellor III
CHARTER FLIGHTS FROM
SOMERSET AIRPORT, NJ
With a safe, comfortable Cessna Chancellor III
Did you know that you can charter a short-haul flight from Somerset Air Service?
Our planes can travel over 2 hours of flight time, which means you can fly to Virginia, Ohio, Boston, Vermont, the Hamptons, Block Island or Maine for example.
HERE ARE SOME BENEFITS OF CHARTER FLIGHTS
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Leave when YOU want–you and your party are the only passengers, so we tailor our flight to your schedule. Up to five passengers per flight.
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No lines at the airport–depart within 10 minutes of arrival at the airport.
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No per bag charges. Bring your cases, golf clubs, skis etc.
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No security lines with restrictions on liquids, foods etc. Yes you can bring that case of wine with you!
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Maximize your time–From Virginia to Ohio to Maine there are over 500 general aviation airports within three hours flight from the airport.
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Safety is paramount. We have provided accident-free charter service to the public for more than 60 years, our crews are trained to the highest standard and our aircraft are extremely well maintained.
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Park your car at our airport for free while you travel with us. Minimize your car time getting to your final destination.
UP TO FIVE PASSENGERS
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BUSINESS TRAVEL
We are located near to Bedminster, New Jersey and are close to many life science, bio-tech and technology companies in Central NJ. If a member of your executive team needs to attend meetings in another city, we are a good solution for them to get there efficiently and safely. We can take them there, wait till the meeting is completed and get them back home the same day.
Our pilots are ex-military trained and are very experienced. You will be in good hands and there is a perfect safety record.
Inquire today about our charter services for business and we'll put together a quote for you.
LEISURE TRAVEL
If you are planning a trip away to Vermont or DC then why spend the whole weekend driving?
Charter a short-haul plane to fly you there and pick you up again a few days later. This is a perfect solution if you are going to visit your kids at College for Parent's weekend or for a big football game, or to a summer camp's parents visiting day. We can also fly you to Vermont for that skiing trip- bring the skis on board and the family dog! Let's not forget the golf trip of a life time with your best friends- we have room for the clubs and luggage- no lost clubs, no hassle.
SPECIAL OPERATIONS
We also carry out special operation charter flights for medical missions, such as delivering organs for transplants.
We can also move airline parts to another airport if your plane needs a specific part.
If you have a specific need reach out to us using the Get A Quote Form.
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Who Can Learn To Fly?Any US Citizen over the age of 14 can start to learn to fly, however you must be 16 years old to fly solo and 17 to be achieve the Private Pilot License (PPL).
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What if I am not a US Citizen, can I still learn to fly?Yes, however you require TSA approval before you can begin training. Give our office a call on 908 722 2444 so we can guide you through the process.
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How long does it take to become a pilot?The PPL syllabus can be completed in as little as a few months of dedicated study and training. Most often our students are learning around other commitments, so it can take 9 months to a year, and in some cases longer. Flying is a “hands on” activity, so the more consistently you take lessons, not only will the overall time to get your license be shortened, but it is likely you will need to pay for less hours.
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Do I need a medical examination?Yes, student and private pilots require a medical exam to be completed (usually either a Class 3 or BasicMed). Speak to your Aeromedical Examiner (AME) for guidance. Need us to point you in the right direction? Give our office a call and we can help find an AME.
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Will I need to study and is there a lot to learn?You will be expected to study outside of your lessons. There are numerous materials prepared by the FAA and others that are free or paid that can help you. You will have to study in order to pass your written test. Students often underestimate the need for further study while learning to fly.
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How much does it cost to learn to fly?We offer pay-as-you-go training at Somerset, so you only pay for the hours you use. See our latest price list for our rates (see above). You should expect to need 50+ hours of aircraft rental and in-the-air instruction, plus about 25+ hours ground school. For example, an hour lesson is currently $130 (aircraft) plus $50 (per hour rate for the instructor’s time). An average 2-hour lesson (which is our normal schedule) is 90 minutes of flying and 30 minutes of pre/post flight discussion--that comes to $270 for the flying and $25 for the ground training meaning a total of $305. These rates can be broken down into a 1/10th of an hour, so the cost of each lesson can vary.
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Where can I go visit by flying from Somerset Airport?Within about an hour or two of Somerset are many places to visit including Atlantic City, Martha’s Vineyard and Cape May. Your instructor will be able to guide you to where you can go as a student. Once you have your PPL your options are almost unlimited and we'd be happy to guide you.