Your Private Charter Questions, Answered
Everything you need to know about flying private with JATO Aviation from San Carlos Airport.
General
Q: How much does a private charter flight cost from San Carlos Airport?
A: JATO Aviation Charter flights start at $7,700 one-way. Pricing depends on destination, trip length, and scheduling. Contact us for a custom quote.
Q: What aircraft does JATO Aviation Charter operate?
A: JATO operates the Pilatus PC-12 NGX, a single-engine turboprop with a BMW-designed executive interior, configured for 6 passengers with a mandatory two-pilot crew.
Q: Where does JATO Aviation Charter fly from?
A: JATO is based at San Carlos Airport (SQL) in the San Francisco Bay Area, conveniently located between San Francisco and San Jose with easy access and no commercial airline congestion.
Q: Is JATO Aviation Charter FAA certified?
A: Yes. JATO holds an FAA Part 135 Air Carrier Certificate, the required certification for commercial charter operations in the United States.
Pilatus PC-12 NGX Aircraft
Q: How many passengers does the Pilatus PC-12 NGX hold?
A: JATO’s PC-12 NGX is configured for 6 passengers in a club-style executive cabin with full stand-up headroom and individual climate control.
Q: How far can the Pilatus PC-12 NGX fly nonstop?
A: The PC-12 NGX has a range of 1,800 nautical miles, easily reaching Seattle, Denver, Scottsdale, and all major West Coast destinations nonstop from San Carlos.
Q: Why does JATO use two pilots on every flight?
A: While the PC-12 is FAA-certified for single-pilot operation, JATO’s policy requires two pilots on all flights as a safety standard — giving you an extra layer of redundancy on every trip.
Q: Can the PC-12 land at smaller airports?
A: Yes. The PC-12 NGX can operate from short runways and smaller regional airports that commercial airlines can’t serve, getting you closer to your final destination.
Destinations
Q: What are JATO Aviation Charter's most popular destinations?
A: Popular routes from San Carlos include Seattle, Vail, Bandon Dunes, Las Vegas, Santa Barbara, San Diego, Orange County, Denver, and Scottsdale.
Q: Can I book a round-trip charter flight?
A: Yes. JATO offers both one-way and round-trip charter pricing. Round-trip packages include return scheduling and typically offer better value than two separate one-way bookings.
Q: How far in advance do I need to book a charter flight?
A: JATO recommends booking at least 48–72 hours in advance, though last-minute availability may be possible depending on scheduling. Contact us directly for urgent travel needs.
Let us customize a quote for your next trip.
JATO Aviation is an FAA-licensed Part 135 air charter operation based in the San Francisco Bay Area. We fly the Pilatus PC-12 NGX to West Coast destinations and set the safety standard with our mandatory two-pilot crew policy. Interested in flying your own aircraft? JATO Aviation offers Cirrus flight training and rental at San Carlos, Palo Alto, and Hayward. Learn more at jatoaviation.com
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