Practical knowledge for charter brokers.
Independent, editorially reviewed articles covering regulation, contracts, operator verification, payments, safety, marketing and professional development.
Starting an Air Charter Brokerage
A practical introduction to launching a charter brokerage with appropriate structure and controls.
How to Become an Air Charter Broker
A step-by-step guide to becoming a professional air charter broker: the role, required knowledge, licensing considerations by jurisdiction, and how to build a credible practice aligned with GCBA standards.
Air Charter Broker vs Aircraft Operator
The essential legal and operational distinction between arranging flights and operating them.
Understanding Operational Control
What operational control means and why it belongs with the direct air carrier.
How to Verify an Aircraft Operator and AOC
Verifying operator authorisations and aircraft listings before contracting.
US Air Charter Broker Rules: An Introduction
A plain-English overview of 14 CFR Part 295 and related expectations for US charter brokers.
European Charter Broker Compliance
Key regulatory touchpoints for charter brokers operating in EU member states.
UK Charter Broker Compliance
UK-specific considerations for charter broker conduct and consumer protection.
Charter Contracts
Structuring quotations, charter agreements and cancellation terms clearly.
Protecting Client Funds and Managing Payments
Handling client money responsibly and reducing exposure to fraud.
Preventing Charter Payment Fraud
Common fraud patterns targeting brokers and operators, and how to defend against them.
Operator Safety Assessments
Using third-party safety intelligence responsibly in operator selection.
Preventing Illegal Charter and Misleading Advertising
Spotting and refusing arrangements that would constitute illegal charter.
Sanctions and AML for Charter Brokers
Baseline sanctions and anti-money-laundering practices for brokerages.
Empty Leg Marketing Done Responsibly
How to advertise empty leg availability without misleading clients.
Private Jet Broker SEO and Advertising
Ethical and effective SEO and paid advertising for charter brokers.
Charter Brokerage Glossary
Definitions of common terms used in charter brokerage.