Aircraft Types and Fleet Knowledge

About This Segment

A great aviation advisor doesn't just connect clients with flights, they understand the aircraft. This week covers the essential fleet knowledge you need: from light jets and turboprops to heavy, long-range cabin-class aircraft. You'll learn which aircraft fit which missions, and how to confidently recommend the right option for every client scenario.

What You Will Learn

1. Understand the major aircraft categories, light jets, midsize, super-midsize, heavy jets, and turboprops. Know the key specs, range, and passenger capacity for each class.
2. Match aircraft to client needs, learn how to recommend the right plane for the trip based on passenger count, luggage, distance, runway requirements, and budget.
3. Speak with authority on popular fleet models, from the Citation CJ3 to the Gulfstream G650, know the names, manufacturers, and reputations that matter in this industry.
4. Understand operator fleet positioning, how different charter operators maintain and position their fleets, and what that means for pricing and availability.