On this planet of Bollywood, time is cash, and privateness is priceless. From back-to-back movie shoots to world pink carpets, India’s prime celebrities have taken to the skies in personal jets that mix comfort, luxurious, and discretion. One of the vital favoured plane for these elite journeys is the Legacy 600, a 13-seater government jet that provides excess of only a easy trip.
“Most celebrities within the nation favor flying on this,” Maria Charles, Director of Skyline Charters, the lady answerable for orchestrating high-flying journey plans for the movie trade’s elite, tells The Hollywood Reporter India. “It’s a really snug 13-seater the place you will get quite a lot of work completed whilst you’re flying personal as effectively.”
One of the vital luxurious options of the Legacy 600 is its convertible cabin area. “The cabin that I’m strolling in the direction of proper now shifts into two very snug beds that may sleep two individuals… it will possibly clearly be a personal area whenever you’re flying personal,” she explains.
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Past the glamour, the logistics are simply as spectacular. “I’ve activated flights in two hours additionally,” says Maria. “The pilot has to succeed in the airport, the plane needs to be fuelled, catering needs to be ordered… as a result of if he says ‘I’ve to go,’ he has to go. So you need to make it occur.”
The reserving course of? Surprisingly swift. “There isn’t a time restrict. If the plane is accessible and pilots are inside responsibility limits, we will fly instantly,” she says.
And neglect lengthy check-ins. “It’s hardly quarter-hour, no more than that. If you happen to don’t have baggage, you stroll straight in, do your safety clearance and also you’re on the plane.”
As for what’s served onboard, it’s tailor-made to the traveller. “No matter you need — it could be continental, Mughlai, South Indian. Some like keema pav, others favor hummus and pita. Many actors solely need a continental breakfast when flying early.”
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The worth tag for this unique expertise? “Anyplace between ₹18 to ₹30 lakh plus GST for a Bombay–Delhi sector, relying on the plane,” says Maria.
Whereas some would possibly assume celebrities personal their jets, she clarifies, “It’s mainly on a rental foundation solely. You e-book the complete airplane, not only a seat. You may journey alone or carry your family and friends, it’s yours for the journey.”
Personal jet journey has lengthy existed within the movie trade, however its recognition surged post-COVID. “After the restrictions and every little thing, individuals have began flying personal extra. It’s not simply comfort, it’s a life-style now,” says Maria.
And although she retains names confidential, she does drop one charming element: “One is my childhood crush until date whom I’ve flown… I’ve an image with him and I used to be actually amazed as a result of I couldn’t have thought that I’ll fly this particular person.”
