Air Direct, LLC was founded by David L. Jones in 2002 with a focus on providing safe, reliable, and personalized private air charter service.
Based in Northeast Texas at Paris, TX (KPRX), Air Direct is an FAA Part 135 on-demand air carrier serving clients throughout the United States and select international destinations. Over more than two decades, the company has remained focused on exemplary service, highly experienced flight crews, disciplined maintenance and safety practices, and a high level of personal attention.
Today, Air Direct operates our Citation Excel (N560AD), combining the comfort and capability of a midsize business jet with the responsive, hands-on service of a locally based charter operator.
Air Direct operates our Citation 560XL, a midsize business jet flown by a professional two-pilot crew. The Citation Excel combines a spacious stand-up cabin with seating for nine passengers, generous baggage capacity, complimentary high-speed in-flight Wi-Fi, and the performance to serve a wide range of business and personal travel needs. Because Air Direct owns and operates the aircraft directly, our customers know the aircraft, operator, and flight crew responsible for their trip.
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You tell us where you would like to go and when. We provide an exact, transparently priced quote and flight itinerary. You confirm the arrangements and book the trip in our aircraft, which is owned and operated by Air Direct, LLC and flown by our pilots. There are no middlemen or hidden fees or costs when you deal directly with us.
Air Direct, LLC has operated under FAA Part 135 since 2002 and maintains an ARGUS Gold safety rating.
On the day of the trip, we run on your schedule, so there's no stress and no need to show up early. Your aircraft and crew will be ready when you are. Avoid crowded airline terminals and TSA checkpoint lines. Board conveniently through private aviation facilities. Your baggage will be loaded with the utmost care as you board.
From the time you take your seat, you can expect to be wheels-up and on your way to your destination in minutes.
Upon landing at your destination, the ground transportation you requested will be standing by. From rental cars to a private chauffeur, we'll gladly make arrangements for you. Step off our airstair into the waiting limo or pick up your rental car plane-side, and be on your way in minutes.
Our passengers can rest easy knowing that their privacy is protected as well. We participate in available FAA flight-data privacy programs and operate blocked tail numbers.
Yes: Since 2002, Air Direct, LLC has been the holder of a current FAA Air Carrier Certificate, operating company-owned aircraft under Part 135. When you book with us, you're booking directly with the Air Carrier, not a broker or third party.
FAA Certificate Number: EDAA125K
Air Direct, LLC solely owns and exercises operational control over each aircraft that it operates on charter; we are not a broker. We operate and maintain our aircraft in compliance with all Federal Aviation Regulations. Our aircraft are flown by Air Direct pilots under our FAA Part 135 operating certificate and company procedures. We maintain our aircraft meticulously because we care about the people that fly on them.
Yes, we fly to select international destinations. Air Direct, LLC is authorized for passengers and cargo within the contiguous United States of America, Alaska, Canada, Mexico, and the Caribbean Islands, excluding Cuba.
In addition to our FAA Air Carrier Certificate, we also hold both a Canadian Foreign Air Operator Certificate and a Bahamas Air Transport License.
Hazardous weather can affect any flight, whether airline or private charter. FAA regulations concerning weather conditions are designed to promote safety for all operators. Our aircraft are equipped with anti-ice protection, onboard weather radar and sophisticated satellite data links to provide enhanced weather awareness and hazard avoidance, to allow safe operation in and around complex weather systems.
The flight crew can further explain the limitations of the aircraft and the company's authorizations and SOPs.
FAA regulations allow children under the age of two years to be held on a passenger's lap as infants in arms. Much like the airlines, this is acceptable aboard our aircraft. However, we encourage parents to consider the use of car seats. Children are safest in an approved child safety seat. Children under 2 years old can be held by another passenger, but in a sudden stop, they may not be safely restrained.
Due to the growing prevalence of allergies, Air Direct, LLC offers a pet-free, smoke-free cabin environment and cannot accommodate pets aboard its aircraft.
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