Empty legs occur when a private aircraft, often a business plane scheduled for a one-way trip, has to shift position for its next booking or return to its home base.
Rather than flying empty, operators list these flights at generously reduced prices, making them a great choice for travellers who can be flexible on dates and those flying between major hubs like London and Paris, Geneva, Nice and Amsterdam. By using the Empty Legs section of the Mirai app or website, customers can stay on top of any opportunities to book an affordable flight. Prices are heavily discounted from the standard fare, often up to 75% off.
With nearly 30% of private jets flying back without passengers, these routes help savvy travellers enjoy all the benefits of private aviation at a fraction of the cost — contributing to a more efficient use of resources and reducing the overall carbon emission per passenger.
For private aviation companies, it’s also more economical to offer these flights at a reduced price than to have the aircraft fly without passengers. This results in a win-win situation: operators cover part of their operating costs, and passengers enjoy a premium experience at a fraction of the price.
Mirai Flights have recently announced that they’ve doubled the amount of “empty leg” flights available on their website and app through its 300 plus trusted operators.
Optimizing business travel with private jets:
- Flexible flight schedules
Flying private gives you the option to find flights that suit your availability, instead of you having to make yourself available to accommodate fixed commercial flights.
- Time efficiency
The amount of time you save by choosing private jets for business travel cannot be underestimated. While commercial airliners typically cruise between 550 and 600 miles per hour, the fastest private jets can reach up to 700 miles per hour.
- Speedy departures
Private jet departures remove lengthy airport processes. Instead of being herded through security and having to wait around for boarding to be completed, you can breeze through all of the necessary safety and passport checks in a matter of minutes. It cuts out the need to show up hours in advance as private jet companies generally allow you to show up 15 – 30 minutes before your flight’s scheduled departure.
- Shorter journeys
Private jets can plan shorter direct routes, as they fly at higher altitudes to bypass crowded flight paths. Business travellers can therefore choose from a wider option of flights to their chosen destination.
- Access hard-to-reach places
If you need to reach a destination that’s a little more obscure, private jets give you the flexibility to choose exactly where you want to be.
- Maintain privacy
Whether you’re travelling solo or with a small group of colleagues, the privacy you’re afforded when flying private is unmatched. There’s a much lower chance of an inadvertent security breach, and no risk of prying eyes catching a glimpse of sensitive data on your screen or in your files. Private business matters can also be discussed openly if need be.
Mirai Flights, the private jet booking platform is making it easier than ever to fly on your terms — wherever, whenever. Mirai Flights gives travellers instant access to private jet prices in under a minute, removing the friction traditionally associated with private air travel – all powered by new-to-market technology. So, the days of phoning around various private jet brokers to get quotes is over. Whether it’s a last-minute escape to the Amalfi Coast or a family getaway to a private island, flights can be booked instantly via the platform, offering unprecedented flexibility and speed.
For more information visit their website: mirai.flights or download the Mirai Flights app on the App Store or get it on Google Play.