News Release

Eclipse Air Charter expands client base as travellers turn to charter flights for peace of mind

September 14, 2021:

Canadian private aircraft charter company Eclipse Air Charter has enjoyed steady growth in 2021, attracting new clients looking for one-way flights to warm weather destinations and reliable, on-demand travel in uncertain times.

Particularly in Europe, where recent sudden changes or cancellations in airline services have thrown travel plans into chaos, Eclipse's brand of personalised, on-demand service and internationally recognised ARGUS Registered Charter Broker status presents a reliable and welcome alternative for clients wary of last-minute complications.

According to reports from aviation industry research company WingX, European business jet travel is up 25% in August compared to pre-pandemic August 2019. Surprisingly, even as more governments lift their pandemic-related travel restrictions, this industry trend shows no sign of slowing, suggesting that what travellers want above all else in 2021 is peace of mind. That and a warm locale in which to wait out the ongoing global malaise; Eclipse has seen a marked increase in the number of bookings to summer-climate destinations like Miami and Scottsdale in the U.S., Bahamas and Turks & Caicos in the Caribbean, and Nice and Mykonos in Europe.

"People don't want to 'just book' an important trip at the click of a button," says Lily Karapetyan, director of charter sales at Eclipse. "They want to go through entry restrictions, double- and triple-check they have the correct vaccines, tests and documentation, and find out what happens if the rules change. We've become more like advisors rather than private jet brokers, because we're guiding our clients through the entire process."

As an ARGUS Registered Charter Broker, Eclipse Air Charter has undergone the globally recognised independent organisation's rigorous Charter Evaluation and Qualification (CHEQ) process, thereby furthering its commitment to quality and safety.

"Where, when and why our clients travel may change, but their comfort and safety should never vary," says Yasmin Alam, Eclipse founder and managing director. "We're honoured to have achieved the ARGUS CRegistered harter Broker rating, especially at a time when health and safety is more important than ever."