Private jets often reposition themselves without passengers after completing a chartered flight. These relocation flights, offering unoccupied seats, present unique travel opportunities. For instance, a private aircraft completing a charter from Seattle to Los Angeles might return to Seattle without passengers. This return trip represents an available repositioning flight.
Utilizing these repositioning flights offers significant cost savings compared to traditional private jet charters. This practice also contributes to operational efficiency within the private aviation industry by reducing empty flight hours. The availability of these flights has grown with increasing demand for private aviation and technological advancements facilitating their advertisement and booking.