We set about ensuring one of our jet card holders in Canada made it to the game in Florida if their team qualified.
Putting a plane on hold for an NHL playoff
One of our Empyrean Jet Card holders in Canada tasked us with arranging their travel to an NHL playoff in Florida if the Edmonton Oilers qualified. With charter aircraft expected to be in short supply due to demand for last-minute flights if Edmonton made it through, we set about putting a plane on hold in advance to ensure our client didn’t miss out.
Our Solution
Route: Edmonton, Alberta > Opa-Locka, Florida
Aircraft: Challenger 604
A heavy jet was needed to accommodate the client and his family and friends. We quickly sourced an ideal charter aircraft for the group, with the owner agreeing to a provisional booking subject to Edmonton qualifying for the playoff in Florida.
We were on standby on the day of the deciding match, confirming the charter within 15 minutes of Edmonton clinching the win and advancing to the next round. The group departed Canada the day before the playoff, meaning they avoided the busy airport in Florida on matchday and had time to rest before the game.
The Finer Details
Attention to Detail: We personalised the inflight experience, stocking the aircraft with gin, soda water and slices of lime and cucumber for the client’s favourite beverage.
Superior Buying Power: Leveraging our strong industry relationships, we were able to provisionally book a private jet charter in advance to guarantee availability for our client.