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By Magellan Jets
Industry News & Insights
The Year-End Acquisition Window: What Permanent 100% Bonus Depreciation Means Before December 31
The economics of a year-end aircraft acquisition changed on July 4, 2025, when the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) became law. That single change reframes The Year-End Acquisition Window. The pressure a buyer feels today is different from the pressure the prior law created. Permanent 100% bonus depreciation means a qualifying business aircraft acquired […]
Semi-Private vs. Full Charter: What You Actually Get at Each Level
The fastest-growing segment of private aviation is not fully private. Semi-private programs now sell per-seat fares starting under $1000 on fixed routes between major metro…
Private Jet Safety: What to Know Before You Fly
Safety is our number one priority. Every private aviation company says it. Few can prove it.At Magellan Jets, safety isn’t a tagline, it’s the structural…
Private Jet Cards for Families: What to Look for Before You Commit
Private Jet Cards for families require a fundamentally different evaluation than the one most providers expect you to perform. The majority of Jet Card programs…
The SyberJet SJ30 – Speed, Altitude, and the Rarest Light Jet in the Sky
Some aircraft earn their legend through volume. The SyberJet SJ30 earned it through capability – a light jet designed to outrun, outclimb, and outpressurize anything…
Why a Jet Card Is the Smartest Holiday Travel Decision You Can Make
Every peak travel season, private flyers are confronted with the same stressors: skyrocketing demand, disappearing availability, and surprise premiums. Whether it’s the crush of Thanksgiving…
Private Jet Privacy: Why Flying Private Should Mean Flying Confidential
When people choose private aviation, they’re choosing far more than speed and comfort. They’re choosing control over their time, itinerary, and their personal information. Yet…
Private Jet Amenities: What to Expect When You Fly Private
There’s a reason people who fly private rarely go back to commercial travel. It’s not just about avoiding the airport. It’s about reclaiming something most…
The Future of Healthy Travel: How Private Aviation Supports Longevity
Air travel can be tough on the body. Even short flights can disrupt sleep, strain hydration, and elevate stress hormones. Over time, these effects compound…
Flying Private to the 2026 World Cup
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be one of the most complex global travel events in modern aviation. Matches will span 16 cities across the…
Memorial Day Weekend 2026
Whether you’re seeking inspiration for Memorial Day destinations or essential insights on private aviation for the upcoming holiday, this guide helps you craft an exceptional…
Fixed Base Operators: What Are FBOs?
For those new to private aviation, one of the most significant differences from commercial travel is the type of terminals used. Instead of crowded airline…