How To Book A Qatar Executive Flight

Posted by Admin August 7, 2024 Bussiness

Summary

Booking a Qatar Executive flight is similar to booking a Qatar Airways flight via the operator’s website.
Customers can choose from 3 potential aircraft for their charter: ACJ319, Bombardier Global 5000, or Gulfstream G650ER.
The arrival of the new Gulfstream G700 as the operator’s flagship offers an enhanced range and passenger experience, but customers must register their interest in experiencing it.

Qatar Airways, the flag carrier of Qatar, boasts a fleet of 249 aircraft. It is known for its QSuite, which offers a unique business class experience with sliding doors for added privacy. The airline also manages a collection of private jets through Qatar Executive, its dedicated subsidiary for VVIP aircraft charters. Today, we will explore how to charter a plane from the operator.

How do you book a Qatar Executive flight?

The initial process of booking (or, in this case, chartering out) a Qatar Executive jet is similar to booking any other Qatar Airways flight – you must first head to the operator’s website.

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Once on the landing page, you will be prompted by three options: one to be placed on the G700 waitlist, the second to get more information about chartering, and the third to plan your flight—this is the one you are interested in.

How to choose the perfect aircraft for your flight

Once you have clicked on plan your flight, you will land on the page where you will get to choose your aircraft – here, there are three possible aircraft to select:

ACJ319: This aircraft, manufactured by Airbus, is the VVIP version of the A319. It can carry up to 19 passengers, 13 of whom will benefit from lie-flat beds (and two will enjoy the main bedroom). According to Business Jet Traveller, it has a range of 6,100 NM. That’s enough to fly from the US midwest to most of Europe.

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Fun fact: According to
planespotters.net
, A7-HHJ, the ACJ painted in Qatar Executive’s livery, used to operate for the Qatari royal family as part of the Amiri Flight fleet.`

Bombardier Global 5000: This heavy jet, manufactured by Canadian OEM Bombardier, can carry up to 13 people and has a range of 5,200 NM—slightly less than the ACJ but still enough for transatlantic flights.

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A Qatar Executive Bombardier Global 5000 Vision PC QAE parked at an airport.

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The aircraft is displayed on the flight booking page, but it appears to have been removed from the fleet section of the main landing page. While it is still available for booking, we recommend verifying its current status with the sales team to avoid any potential disappointment.

Gulfstream G650ER: This jet is produced by Gulfstream Aerospace, a private jet manufacturer based in the United States. It previously served as Qatar Executive’s flagship and will continue to do so until more G700s are delivered. Similar to the previously mentioned Global aircraft, it has a seating capacity of up to 13 people, with eight individuals able to rest on beds. Aside from its seating capacity, one of the notable advantages of this aircraft is its range of up to 7,000 NM. This extensive range enables direct flights between Doha, Singapore, and New York, and with a fuel stop, it can also reach Los Angeles and Sydney.

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What Aircraft Does Qatar Executive Fly?

The new Gulfstream 700 is the highlight.

The final steps of the reservation

Once you have selected the aircraft you desire, on the side of the page, you will have to choose the departure and arrival airport, the travel dates, and your contact details. Upon your request, a sales consultant will email you to provide information on the available aircraft for the specified time and date. Should you find the options suitable, a formal quotation will be generated for your review.

Note: The quotations provided are non-binding and serve solely as estimates of cost and aircraft availability. Upon acceptance of the quote, the offer becomes legally binding.

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You are ready to fly

Upon reviewing the quotation, agreeing to the offer, and completing the payment, you will receive a trip sheet from the operator. This document contains your catering preferences and passenger information, including passport numbers, the aircraft tail number, the Fixed Base Operator (the private jet terminal), and the scheduled departure time. You will also know the names of your pilots and cabin crew for the flight.

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The last thing you need to do before you fly is pack your bags and head to the fixed-based operator at least 30 minutes before departure.

A new flagship, the Gulfstream G700

Earlier in the year, Simple Flying was invited to participate in the delivery ceremony of the newest addition to the fleet, the G700, produced by Gulfstream, headquartered in Savannah. This specific aircraft is set to function as the operator’s flagship. It boasts a significantly enhanced range compared to its predecessor, achieving an additional 750 NM compared to its predecessor during testing and an anticipated extra 500 NM over the G650ER when in commercial operation.

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Additionally, and as stated by the operator, the passenger experience has been enhanced, including the industry’s lowest cabin pressure altitude, which reduces the effects of jets, and the incorporation of natural lighting through 20 windows, which helps to ease the circadian rhythm.

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The aircraft also features a permanently fixed bed in the rear stateroom and a fully equipped kitchen at the front, enabling tailored catering to meet customers’ needs.

As previously mentioned, the new aircraft has garnered significant popularity. However, as there are only two available airframes, passengers who wish to experience the new Gulfstream must register their interest on a waitlist. It is important to note that there is no guarantee that your first charter will be on the specified aircraft.