Private jets are gradually becoming the preferred transportation of choice for executive passengers. Therefore, it’s no surprise private aviation companies are continuously looking into ways to improve the experience. As with all industries, one way they’re doing this is to take advantage of technological advancements.
Here, we’ll look at how technology is likely to shape the future of executive and private air travel.
Making private jets environmentally friendly
Ok, so private jets, like any plane, are never going to be great for the environment. However, manufacturers are currently looking into ways to make them more environmentally friendly. While at the moment, aviation makes up approximately 2%-3% of global carbon dioxide emissions, experts predict by 2050, that will jump by a staggering 500%. So, it’s no wonder manufacturers are looking into ways to improve fuel economy.
Some of the ways they plan to do this will be via hybrid, electric powered engines, blended wings and a high-speed heat exchanger.
Better accessibility
Private jets have already become a lot more accessible thanks to technology. For example, you can book and compare prices of private jet hire online through companies such as Vista Jet. However, it’s likely set to become even more accessible in the not too distant future.
There’s an array of in-flight apps being developed which will all help to enhance the experience. More owners of private jets are also starting to see the value of hiring them out on an hourly basis. So, local flights will become a real possibility thanks to the internet and app booking capabilities.
Supersonic speeds
As mentioned earlier, manufacturers are working on developing high-speed heat exchangers. Not only is this potentially great news for the environment, but it’s also great for passengers too. Journeys could be cut in half if supersonic jets become a possibility. Companies are already working on developing them, so it’s unlikely to be too much longer before we start to see them introduced onto the market.
These are just some of the ways technology is going to shape the future of executive and private air travel. Faster, more accessible and environmentally jets could soon be considered the norm. The private air travel industry has already progressed massively over the past 10 years, so it will certainly be interesting to see how it improves in the next 10 years.
