Apr 16, 2016, 7:33 am
Last edit by: elitetraveler
JetSmarter is a membership program that allows members to fly on empty legs of private jets (JetDeals) and seats on scheduled private jet shuttles (JetShuttle).
JetSmarter - discussion and experiences
Oct 31, 2016, 10:26 am
#812
Join Date: Apr 2006
Posts: 469
Yes, it appears they've cranked up some of the extra seat fees once again, too. It's now $699 each way for the King Air from LA to Oakland, which is an absolutely miserable experience when full.
Last edited by millions; Oct 31, 2016 at 11:01 am
Oct 31, 2016, 1:05 pm
#813
Join Date: Dec 2004
Programs: Hyatt Globalist, Marriott Titanium, UA Silver, Hilton Gold, Hertz Pres Circle
Posts: 1,509
I just did. It's legit and once you click through, the 3 month trial is activated instantly.
As a side note: The Founderscard application/membership process took a couple of days, but they were really pleasant to work with. Having spoken with the JS member acquisition team several times before, the contrast couldn't have been more apparent. FC staff were very polished.
As a side note: The Founderscard application/membership process took a couple of days, but they were really pleasant to work with. Having spoken with the JS member acquisition team several times before, the contrast couldn't have been more apparent. FC staff were very polished.
Oct 31, 2016, 9:37 pm
#814
Join Date: Mar 2008
Location: Chicago
Programs: AA EXP, UA 1K, Wheels Up, Inspirato Pass, Marriott Titanium Elt, Hilton Diamond, Hertz Pres, Ntl P
Posts: 248
Holiday shuttles to Colorado (EGE) just launched.
Peak: $1,810 (VNY), $2,410 (HPN) $2,430 (FLL)
Off Peak: $1,590 (VNY), $1,890 (HPN & FLL)
Peak: $1,810 (VNY), $2,410 (HPN) $2,430 (FLL)
Off Peak: $1,590 (VNY), $1,890 (HPN & FLL)
Nov 1, 2016, 9:38 am
#815
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Nov 2007
Location: Denver • DEN-APA
Programs: AF Platinum, EK Gold, AA EXP, UA 1K, Hyatt Globalist
Posts: 21,603
Received this email with announcing yet another membership tier, a la carte membership for $495 a year... which they will apparently waive.
Looks like you can pay the extra seat price??
Hi JetSmarter!
Say it isn’t so! We would hate to see you leave the JetSmarter community, so we’ve decided to give you our new “Pay As You Go” membership for a full 12 months, free of charge.
Here’s how it works: We’ll cover your annual fee, and you’ll get to keep JetSmarter’s signature perks, but this time, on your terms, through our new “Pay As You Go” membership tier. Think of it as an a la carte menu that you can purchase from any time you like:
· Scheduled JetShuttle Flights
· Spur-of-the-Moment JetDeals
· Whole Charter Flights
· Shared Charter Flights
· Helicopter Transfers
· On-Demand Concierge
· 24/7 Aviation Specialist Support
· JetSmarter Events & Dinners, and much more
We have included more information for you to take a look at below! And remember: The annual fee is on the house as our treat. I look forward to hearing from you!
https://instructions.jetsmarter.com/...lment_1028.pdf
Looks like you can pay the extra seat price??
Hi JetSmarter!
Say it isn’t so! We would hate to see you leave the JetSmarter community, so we’ve decided to give you our new “Pay As You Go” membership for a full 12 months, free of charge.
Here’s how it works: We’ll cover your annual fee, and you’ll get to keep JetSmarter’s signature perks, but this time, on your terms, through our new “Pay As You Go” membership tier. Think of it as an a la carte menu that you can purchase from any time you like:
· Scheduled JetShuttle Flights
· Spur-of-the-Moment JetDeals
· Whole Charter Flights
· Shared Charter Flights
· Helicopter Transfers
· On-Demand Concierge
· 24/7 Aviation Specialist Support
· JetSmarter Events & Dinners, and much more
We have included more information for you to take a look at below! And remember: The annual fee is on the house as our treat. I look forward to hearing from you!
https://instructions.jetsmarter.com/...lment_1028.pdf
Nov 1, 2016, 9:57 am
#816
Join Date: Dec 2003
Location: Oakland CA
Programs: DL Gold, AS MVPG, Globalist
Posts: 1,008
I'd do it SFO777... Nothing to lose if it's free. Some of the jetdeal prices aren't unreasonable on a per-seat basis.
Nov 1, 2016, 11:01 am
#817
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Nov 2007
Location: Denver • DEN-APA
Programs: AF Platinum, EK Gold, AA EXP, UA 1K, Hyatt Globalist
Posts: 21,603
Although they would have my credit card info.
Nov 2, 2016, 7:57 am
#819
Join Date: Jun 2016
Posts: 32
Received this email with announcing yet another membership tier, a la carte membership for $495 a year... which they will apparently waive.
Looks like you can pay the extra seat price??
Hi JetSmarter!
Say it isn’t so! We would hate to see you leave the JetSmarter community, so we’ve decided to give you our new “Pay As You Go” membership for a full 12 months, free of charge.
Here’s how it works: We’ll cover your annual fee, and you’ll get to keep JetSmarter’s signature perks, but this time, on your terms, through our new “Pay As You Go” membership tier. Think of it as an a la carte menu that you can purchase from any time you like:
· Scheduled JetShuttle Flights
· Spur-of-the-Moment JetDeals
· Whole Charter Flights
· Shared Charter Flights
· Helicopter Transfers
· On-Demand Concierge
· 24/7 Aviation Specialist Support
· JetSmarter Events & Dinners, and much more
We have included more information for you to take a look at below! And remember: The annual fee is on the house as our treat. I look forward to hearing from you!
https://instructions.jetsmarter.com/...lment_1028.pdf
Looks like you can pay the extra seat price??
Hi JetSmarter!
Say it isn’t so! We would hate to see you leave the JetSmarter community, so we’ve decided to give you our new “Pay As You Go” membership for a full 12 months, free of charge.
Here’s how it works: We’ll cover your annual fee, and you’ll get to keep JetSmarter’s signature perks, but this time, on your terms, through our new “Pay As You Go” membership tier. Think of it as an a la carte menu that you can purchase from any time you like:
· Scheduled JetShuttle Flights
· Spur-of-the-Moment JetDeals
· Whole Charter Flights
· Shared Charter Flights
· Helicopter Transfers
· On-Demand Concierge
· 24/7 Aviation Specialist Support
· JetSmarter Events & Dinners, and much more
We have included more information for you to take a look at below! And remember: The annual fee is on the house as our treat. I look forward to hearing from you!
https://instructions.jetsmarter.com/...lment_1028.pdf
A couple of "coming soon" things I noticed from the PDF document:
- Selling unused seats on wholecharter flights
- "Standard Pricing" for non-smart members on Helicopters, which suggests that the current pricing for the helicopters is discounted ($150 for TEB / $250 for HPN)
- A "JetStore" of some sort (I wonder what they will be selling?)
- A social networking component to the app
- Partner benefits, perks and promotions
Also, there was some interesting fine print at the end, which states, "On JetDeal flights created by other members, Smart Flyers will be able to purchase seats at discounted rates." This suggests that the free JetDeals for members won't be 100% free anymore. The empty legs from operators will be free (at the moment) and the flights created by other members will include a cost. At this rate, almost nothing will be free in a year or two.
It's interesting to see my membership diminish in value everyday.
Nov 2, 2016, 9:29 am
#820
Join Date: Dec 2003
Location: Oakland CA
Programs: DL Gold, AS MVPG, Globalist
Posts: 1,008
Also, there was some interesting fine print at the end, which states, "On JetDeal flights created by other members, Smart Flyers will be able to purchase seats at discounted rates." This suggests that the free JetDeals for members won't be 100% free anymore. The empty legs from operators will be free (at the moment) and the flights created by other members will include a cost. At this rate, almost nothing will be free in a year or two.
It's interesting to see my membership diminish in value everyday.
It's interesting to see my membership diminish in value everyday.
Maybe it has something to do with sharing whole charter aircraft to non-shuttle cities. They'll put them on the app in advance and you can book like a shuttle?
Nov 2, 2016, 10:38 am
#821
Join Date: Apr 2006
Posts: 469
Sounds like they're planning on adding a Blade-like component, which makes a lot of sense. When you book a charter for yourself, you'll have the option to sell any extra seats, which will likely go back to you in flight credits, minus a percentage for JetSmarter.
Nov 2, 2016, 1:04 pm
#823
Join Date: Dec 2003
Location: Oakland CA
Programs: DL Gold, AS MVPG, Globalist
Posts: 1,008
Nov 3, 2016, 7:28 pm
#824
Join Date: Oct 2016
Posts: 13
Bottom line ...
Is that their current model isn't sustainable and they're losing money. If we want to get any of the current benefits we'll certainly be losing value compared to current membership. That said it may still have value.
If they added a component similar to 8760 with the free tickets to games and events it would sweeten the deal.
The other major issue with jetsmarter compared to wheels up/8760 is the ARGUS rating. None of (it's not required) jetsmarter choppers or other strikers are ARGUS certified.
On wheels up all choppers are dual engine and double piloted.
If they added a component similar to 8760 with the free tickets to games and events it would sweeten the deal.
The other major issue with jetsmarter compared to wheels up/8760 is the ARGUS rating. None of (it's not required) jetsmarter choppers or other strikers are ARGUS certified.
On wheels up all choppers are dual engine and double piloted.
Nov 3, 2016, 8:33 pm
#825
Join Date: Oct 2016
Posts: 13
Bottom line ...
Is that their current model isn't sustainable and they're losing money. If we want to get any of the current benefits we'll certainly be losing value compared to current membership. That said it may still have value.
If they added a component similar to 8760 with the free tickets to games and events it would sweeten the deal.
The other major issue with jetsmarter compared to wheels up/8760 is the ARGUS rating. None of (it's not required) jetsmarter choppers or other strikers are ARGUS certified.
On wheels up all choppers are dual engine and double piloted.
If they added a component similar to 8760 with the free tickets to games and events it would sweeten the deal.
The other major issue with jetsmarter compared to wheels up/8760 is the ARGUS rating. None of (it's not required) jetsmarter choppers or other strikers are ARGUS certified.
On wheels up all choppers are dual engine and double piloted.