On this planet of Bollywood, time is cash, and privateness is priceless. From back-to-back movie shoots to international pink carpets, India’s high celebrities have taken to the skies in non-public jets that mix comfort, luxurious, and discretion. One of the favoured plane for these elite journeys is the Legacy 600, a 13-seater govt jet that gives excess of only a clean trip.
“Most celebrities within the nation want flying on this,” Maria Charles, Director of Skyline Charters, the lady accountable for orchestrating high-flying journey plans for the movie business’s elite, tells The Hollywood Reporter India. “It’s a really snug 13-seater the place you will get a number of work performed when you’re flying non-public as effectively.”
One of the luxurious options of the Legacy 600 is its convertible cabin house. “The cabin that I’m strolling in direction of proper now shifts into two very snug beds that may sleep two individuals… it may clearly be a personal house if you’re flying non-public,” she explains.
Past the glamour, the logistics are simply as spectacular. “I’ve activated flights in two hours additionally,” says Maria. “The pilot has to achieve the airport, the plane must be fuelled, catering must be ordered… as a result of if he says ‘I’ve to go,’ he has to go. So it’s a must to make it occur.”
The reserving course of? Surprisingly swift. “There isn’t any time restrict. If the plane is obtainable and pilots are inside obligation limits, we will fly instantly,” she says.
And overlook lengthy check-ins. “It’s hardly quarter-hour, no more than that. In case you 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 might be continental, Mughlai, South Indian. Some like keema pav, others want hummus and pita. Many actors solely desire 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 guide your complete aircraft, not only a seat. You’ll be able to journey alone or convey your family and friends, it’s yours for the journey.”
Personal jet journey has lengthy existed within the movie business, however its reputation surged post-COVID. “After the restrictions and all the things, individuals have began flying non-public 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 individual.”