What Is VIP Charter?
VIP charter occupies the highest tier of private aviation. While standard business jets offer comfort and convenience, VIP-configured aircraft deliver a living and working environment that rivals the finest hotels and offices on the ground — except you are travelling at 900 km/h between continents.
These are aircraft designed without compromise. Walk-around cabins with multiple distinct living zones. Private bedrooms with en-suite showers. Boardrooms that seat twelve. Dining areas with crystal, silverware, and menus created by world-class chefs. Entertainment systems worthy of a home cinema. And flight ranges that connect any two cities on earth without refuelling.
Plane Selection arranges VIP charter for heads of state, royal families, CEOs of global corporations, and ultra-high-net-worth individuals who demand absolute privacy, security, and comfort. Our team in Nice, France has over 20 years of experience managing the most complex and discreet charter operations in the industry, with access to VIP aircraft based across Europe, the Middle East, and worldwide.
VIP-Configured Aircraft
The aircraft available for VIP charter represent the summit of aerospace engineering and interior design. Each one is a unique creation, with interiors specified by their owners and executed by the world's finest completion centres.
Boeing BBJ (Business Jet)
Based on: Boeing 737 family
Passengers: 16–50 (VIP configuration)
Range: Up to 11,500 km
Cabin area: Up to 100 m2
The Boeing Business Jet transforms the world's most popular airliner into a flying palace. Typical VIP configurations include a master bedroom with en-suite bathroom and shower, a formal dining area for eight, a lounge with a 60-inch entertainment screen, a private office, and a guest seating area. Some BBJs feature hand-crafted wood panelling, gold-plated fixtures, and bespoke furnishings from European ateliers.
Airbus ACJ (Corporate Jet)
Based on: Airbus A319/A320 family
Passengers: 19–50 (VIP configuration)
Range: Up to 12,500 km
Cabin area: Up to 110 m2
Airbus Corporate Jets offer the widest single-aisle cabin in the sky, providing a sense of space that smaller aircraft cannot match. VIP ACJ interiors typically feature a presidential suite, a conference room, a main lounge, a dining room, and a crew rest area — all connected by a central corridor. The extra width allows for full-height wardrobes, walk-in showers, and king-size beds.
Gulfstream G700
Passengers: Up to 19
Range: 13,890 km
Speed: Mach 0.925
Cabin zones: Up to 5
The flagship of the Gulfstream fleet and the largest purpose-built business jet in the world. The G700 offers up to five distinct living areas, including a stateroom with a fixed bed and a full shower. Panoramic oval windows flood the cabin with natural light, and the Symmetry Flight Deck delivers the smoothest ride in business aviation. London to Tokyo, Dubai to New York, or Paris to Buenos Aires — all non-stop.
Bombardier Global 7500
Passengers: Up to 19
Range: 14,260 km
Speed: Mach 0.925
Cabin zones: Up to 4
The world's longest-range purpose-built business jet. The Global 7500 features four distinct living spaces, a full-size kitchen, and a dedicated crew rest area. The master suite includes a permanent bed and a stand-up shower. Nuage seats with a tilting base and floating headrest offer the smoothest seating in the industry. Connect any two cities on earth with one fuel stop at most.
Onboard Amenities
VIP charter aircraft are equipped with amenities that transform air travel into a five-star experience:
Bedrooms and Rest Areas
VIP aircraft feature private bedrooms with full-size or king-size beds, premium linens, blackout blinds, and climate-controlled sleeping environments. En-suite bathrooms with stand-up showers, heated floors, and designer fixtures ensure complete privacy and comfort. On ultra-long flights, arrive at your destination fully rested — not jet-lagged and dishevelled.
Conference and Office Facilities
Boardroom tables with seating for 8–12, high-speed satellite internet, multi-screen video conferencing systems, secure phone lines, and printer-scanner stations. Conduct board meetings, close deals, and review presentations at 40,000 feet with the same tools available in your office — minus the interruptions.
Dining
VIP charter catering is a world away from the standard private jet offerings. Working with Michelin-starred chefs, specialist aviation caterers, and the client's personal dietary requirements, we arrange multi-course menus with paired wines, served on bone china with crystal glassware and silver cutlery. Specific requests — Wagyu beef, white truffles, particular champagne vintages — are accommodated as a matter of course.
Entertainment
Large-format screens (up to 60 inches on BBJ/ACJ aircraft), surround-sound audio systems, extensive media libraries, and high-speed Wi-Fi for streaming. Some VIP aircraft feature dedicated cinema rooms, gaming consoles, and live satellite television.
Wellness
Advanced cabin pressurisation systems on modern VIP jets (G700, Global 7500) maintain cabin altitude at 4,850 feet even at maximum cruise altitude, reducing fatigue and jet lag. Humidification systems, air purification with HEPA filtration, and natural lighting programmes further enhance passenger wellbeing on long flights.
Ground Services
The VIP experience does not end at the aircraft door. Plane Selection coordinates comprehensive ground services to ensure seamless door-to-door luxury:
- Armoured limousines: Mercedes-Maybach, Rolls-Royce Phantom, Bentley Flying Spur, or armoured vehicles for high-security environments
- Helicopter transfers: Jet-to-helicopter connections for destinations without nearby runways (Monaco, offshore yachts, remote estates)
- Close protection: Professional security teams for high-profile individuals, coordinated with local authorities
- VIP terminal handling: Private lounges, expedited customs and immigration, and complete privacy at FBOs worldwide
- Red carpet arrivals: For events, premieres, and state visits, we coordinate with venue security and protocol teams
Privacy and Security
For UHNW individuals, royalty, celebrities, and heads of state, privacy is not a luxury — it is a requirement. VIP charter through Plane Selection provides:
- Complete confidentiality — no passenger lists, no public records, no media exposure
- Secure communications — encrypted satellite phones and secure Wi-Fi
- Discrete FBO handling — dedicated entrances, screened staff, and private customs processing
- NDA-bound crew — pilots and cabin attendants selected for discretion and professionalism
- Counter-surveillance options — for the most sensitive missions, we can arrange aircraft with advanced electronic countermeasures
Experience Ultra-Luxury Aviation
VIP charter is not simply flying — it is travelling at the very highest level the aviation industry can offer. Every detail, from the thread count of the bed linen to the vintage of the champagne, is considered and curated to your exact preferences.
Whether you are planning a state visit, a corporate retreat for your leadership team, a honeymoon flight, or simply refuse to accept anything less than the best, Plane Selection has the experience, the network, and the discretion to deliver an extraordinary experience.
Contact our VIP charter team today for a confidential consultation. We will discuss your requirements, recommend the ideal aircraft, and prepare a bespoke proposal.
