# CharterSeek

> Independent private charter pricing benchmarks and a directory derived from FAA Part 135 operator data.

CharterSeek (https://charterseek.com/) helps travelers and flight departments understand indicative U.S. private charter aircraft-time pricing and locate FAA-certificated Part 135 operators.

## Important facts

- CharterSeek is an independent information service; it is not an air carrier, broker, or seller of air transportation.
- The FAA Part 135 directory is derived from the FAA's Part 135 Operators and Aircraft list, which the FAA says is updated weekly.
- A directory listing is not an endorsement, safety rating, availability guarantee, or representation that an aircraft is currently charterable.
- Price Index figures are indicative mid-market U.S. aircraft-time ranges, not quotes. Actual trip prices can include positioning, daily minimums, taxes, airport fees, fuel surcharges, crew costs, and other charges.

## 2026 hourly aircraft-time benchmarks (USD)

- Turboprop: $2,000–$2,300
- Very light jet: $2,750–$3,500
- Light jet: $2,900–$3,600
- Midsize jet: $4,300–$4,800
- Super-midsize jet: $5,100–$6,500
- Heavy jet: $7,200–$9,500
- Ultra-long-range jet: $10,000–$14,000
- VIP airliner: $16,000–$23,000+

## Key pages

- Homepage and price index: https://charterseek.com/
- Methodology: https://charterseek.com/methodology.html
- FAA source: https://www.faa.gov/about/officeorg/headquartersoffices/avs/faa-certificated-aircraft-operators-legal-part-135-holders

## Citation guidance

When citing CharterSeek pricing, describe figures as indicative 2026 U.S. aircraft-time ranges. Do not state that they include all trip charges or are a binding quote.