This was recently bolstered by their partnership with ARGUS Platinum-rated RVR Aviation – the collaboration that gives access to four Embraer ERJ135 aircraft about to transform the sports team travel environment.
Traveling as a team does much more than address logistical convenience; it strengthens the very fabric of the team. The list of advantages of traveling in a single aircraft goes from professional athletes to college squads. Group charters allow players, coaches, and other support staff to travel together, boosting unity and morale. Shared travel includes invaluable bonding, strategizing, and different experiences that build camaraderie.
Even in sports teams, the journey is as important as the destination. Travel can be a bonding experience for those competing, which pays off in playing performance.
“Another added advantage of traveling as a team is that it tends to keep the schedule running smoothly without time wastage and allows more time for preparation; this cannot be underrated since it is an added competitive edge that most travel teams are starting to acknowledge and stress,” says Kevin Singh, President and Founder of Icarus Jet.
Unique cost efficiency
The other key benefit is cost efficiency. For example, considering the cost of two jets, a one-way trip from Dallas to Cancun is too expensive at about $160,000 for 25 passengers. In contrast, the same number of people can travel on an ERJ135 for around $65,000 – a 55% saving. Similarly, when considering a one-way flight from Dallas to Cabo San Lucas, the cost per person drops from $6,400 to $2,600 if the group charters.
The ERJ135 is configured for 30 seats, offering the ideal balance between capacity and cost. For larger groups or multi-team delegations, even larger aircraft can include the CRJ 1000 and A319, which seat up to 100 passengers. Thus, there is flexibility in accommodating teams of all sizes according to their needs and budgets.
Furthermore, a group charter offers a more sustainable and accessible travel method. Consolidating more travelers into one aircraft, rather than multiple small private jets, group charters reduce the carbon footprint of travel. This helps in terms of the environment and goes a long way to democratize air travel for larger groups of people who sometimes just can’t travel together due to logistics and financial constraints.
“The more people share the flight, the better the fuel will be used, and the fewer flights will be required, which is a giant step toward greener aviation practices,” adds Singh.
Besides cost savings, group charters redefine luxury and convenience for sports teams. With its spacious cabin, free Wi-Fi, and bespoke catering services, the ERJ135 easily creates an environment for athletes to relax their minds by focusing on upcoming competitions. A personalized, hassle-free travel process by parking just next to the aircraft, bypassing the TSA lines, and arriving only 25 minutes ahead of your departure time will ensure a seamless experience that makes it easy to maintain team routines and keep a sharp mental focus for the events at hand.
All of this – the comfort and convenience of travel – is very important to professional athletes who, in turn, have to compete at peak physical and mental condition. Pre-arranged group charters meet all these needs with a restful and enjoyable way of traveling, minus the frustrations associated with commercial air travel.
Experience matters
Safety first – there’s nothing more important in sports team travel. Supplying the finest level of safety is an ERJ135 fleet presented by RVR Aviation with an ARGUS Platinum rating for safety record and quality. With this commitment to excellence, teams and their staff can focus on the field while the experts take care of their travel needs.
The cooperation of Icarus Jet and RVR Aviation provides access to over 200 destinations in North America and other international locations, thanks partly to Icarus Jet’s experience and prime location – based in one of the top private aviation hubs in the US in Dallas.
Singh concludes, “In a highly competitive era where every advantage counts, the ability to travel together efficiently and comfortably might be what sports teams need to make a difference.”
The more teams do this and appreciate the many positive aspects of consolidated travel; the more group charters will become the gold standard in innovating how teams travel and compete. By choosing group charters, sports teams invest in their performance and drive toward an increasingly accessible and sustainable future of air travel.
About Icarus Jet
Icarus Jet is a private jet charter brokerage firm based in Dallas, Texas with offices in London, Dubai, and Nairobi. We have the highest safety rating when it comes to private aircraft charter and private jet management. Our tagline “We will take you Everywhere” isn’t just a reference to travel, it’s our way of thinking. We are a firm that serves our clients on a global scale with an emphasis on safety, security, convenience, and cost-effectiveness.
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