Seven years of soaring success: a partnership on a flight path of excellence
At SW, we’re always looking for ways to make our members’ lives easier. For the last seven years, we have maintained a partnership with Air Charter Service (ACS), the world’s leading aircraft charter broker (2018). The partnership between SW and ACS is a natural fit, built on our shared commitment to exceptional service, aligned audience expectations, and a personalised, premium delivery – both serving a clientele who value speed, discretion, and exceptional experiences, whether in the air or on the ground.
Like SW, ACS doesn’t offer one-size-fits-all solutions. Instead, they provide bespoke charter services tailored to the unique schedules and requirements of high-net-worth individuals, athletes, and corporate clients. This shared commitment to the utmost in personalisation and excellence makes our collaboration feel effortless.
For over 30 years, ACS has delivered expert, personalised charter solutions across the world. With access to more than 50,000 aircraft, they pair each journey with the most suitable aircraft – whether that means spacious cabins for larger groups or ultra-fast jets for tight schedules. Every trip is supported by your own account manager, available 24/7, ensuring the process is smooth from take-off to landing.
Why our members choose to fly private
We know that for our members, time is the ultimate currency. Private jets often eliminate the need for layovers, reduce travel time, and allow you to depart from smaller, more discreet airports closer to your location. No more battling long security lines, or worrying about missed connections, chartering a private jet unlocks benefits that commercial airlines simply can’t match.
Experience
Avoid the crowds, maintain a low profile, and ensure speedy transfers by using private terminals, often with the option to drive straight up to your jet.
Flexibility
Travel on your terms. Plan around your events, on a schedule which works for you – accessing the most convenient airports.
Customisation
Your dedicated account manager is there to make your charter special, from specific catering requests to personalised in-flight entertainment options, our experts make sure that every flight is tailored to your unique requirements.
What does Air Charter Service do?
In simple terms, ACS makes private jet travel possible. They negotiate with owners and operators around the world to secure the best aircraft at the best rates. Whether choosing a very light jet seating four or five on short hops, to ultra-long-range heavy jets capable of flying across continents non-stop, ACS manages every detail from ground handling to securing airport slots, and coordinating in-flight catering and entertainment.
From booking to baggage reclaim, you will deal with a dedicated account manager who serves as your single point of contact to guide you through the entire charter process. Chartering with ACS means having your travel expertly managed at every step. From first contact, you’ll be guided through a tailored process:
- Your account manager
You will be assigned a dedicated account manager, who handles everything from first enquiry through to post-flight debrief. They’ll provide round-the-clock support, answer questions as they arise, and take care of any changes or additional requests. - Trip details
You’ll be asked to share your travel plans, including any unique luggage or timing needs. This is when you will usually tell them how many people are travelling, and the purpose for your trip. Whether you need space for skis or wi-fi connectivity for streaming your favourite programmes on board, your account manager will ensure that they find aircraft with the perfect cabin configuration for your requirements. - Your personalised proposals
Within hours, you’ll receive at least three aircraft options matched to your exacting requirements. Each proposal will come with full technical and logistical explanations so you can easily compare range, cabin size, and onboard amenities. Your account manager will also consider the most appropriate airports for your requirements closest to your preferred locations. - Finalise your booking
Once you decide on an aircraft, your account manager confirms aircraft availability and all other information. After you sign the agreement and settle the deposit, airport slots will be secured, ground handling arranged, and catering and inflight entertainment requirements will be organised. - You receive your detailed travel dossier
A comprehensive itinerary lands in your inbox, complete with airport addresses, handling agent contacts, crew names, and the aircraft’s registration. From that point on, you can reach out to your account manager for any last-minute requests – be it arranging a ground transfer or onward experience booking through ACS’s full-service travel agency, The Travel Division at Air Charter Service.
This leaves you to enjoy your flight, secure in the knowledge that your account manager is available around the clock to help and accommodate any last-minute requests.
From the UK to…
ACS knows how important it is that the experience of luxury travel begins well before take-off. Your dedicated account manager will work with you to suggest aircraft that match both the spirit and sophistication of your destination. Here are five picks for five iconic locations:
Dubai – Bombardier Global 6000
Passengers: 16 | Range: 6,905 miles
From world-class sporting events to prestigious sponsorship showcases, Dubai is a city where presence matters – and the Global 6000 ensures you arrive in style. With its impressive range and spacious cabin, this jet makes long-haul travel to the Middle East effortless. Add in luxurious details that echo Dubai’s own flair, and the journey becomes just as remarkable as the destination.
Monaco – Hawker Beechcraft 850XP
Passengers: 8 | Range: 3,118 miles
Designed with swift intercontinental travel in mind, the Hawker 860XP combines comfort with precision – ideal for reaching Monaco with ease. Seating up to eight passengers, its agility makes it perfect for landing at smaller airports nearby, transferring by helicopter into the principality. Whether you’re attending the Monaco Grand Prix or embarking on a luxury yachting weekend, this jet ensures your arrival is as refined as your destination.
New York – Gulfstream G500
Passengers: 13 | Range: 6,099 miles
Crossing the Atlantic to New York demands both performance and polish – and the G500 delivers. With a spacious cabin and transatlantic range, it ensures you arrive refreshed and ready for business or leisure in the city that never sleeps. Style, comfort, and capability come as standard.
Paris – Embraer Phenom 300
Passengers: 7 | Range: 2,268 miles
Paris calls for elegance, and the Phenom 300 rises to the occasion. Sleek, swift, and designed for travel between metropolitan hubs, it’s the perfect companion for a shopping spree, or a weekend at Roland Garros. Expect a seamless blend of speed and sophistication.
Singapore – Bombardier Global 7500
Passengers: 16 | Range: 8,886 miles
When the journey is long, comfort is the biggest consideration. The Global 7500 is built for ultra-long-haul travel, offering lie-flat beds, full connectivity, and a range that makes nonstop flights to Singapore effortless. Whether you’re attending the Grand Prix or heading on an adventure, the 7500 ensures you arrive in peak form.
Ready to take off?
If scheduled flights feel more like an endurance test than a gateway to your destination, it’s time to experience the refinement of private jet charter with SW and Air Charter Service. Say goodbye to long queues, missed connections, and the confines of scheduled services – and say hello to seamless, bespoke journeys designed entirely around you.
Your journey begins with a conversation. Contact us today for a no-obligation quote tailored to your itinerary. From take-off to landing, they orchestrate every detail so you can focus on what matters most. Together, ACS and SW elevate every journey, ensuring that time-sensitive travel is not just efficient, but exceptional.
Enquire now and discover how effortless – and extraordinary – private jet travel can be.
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