Charter FAQs

Private Charter FAQs

What is BLADE? How does it work? Do I need a membership?

BLADE is the first digitally driven short distance aviation company.

No membership is required. Just download the BLADE app on iOS or Android, or visit BLADE on your web browser.

Flights can be booked to the most in-demand destinations within seconds. The app allows users to launch their own private charter, crowdsourced charter, or book individual seats on a scheduled flight.

What is your Cancellation Policy?

Please review our Cancellations and Change Policies.

Why is my Charter still Pending, and not Confirmed yet?

Chartered flights are confirmed in the order they are received. Once your flight has found its place in the queue we will confirm it. Please be patient as we often have high flight volume, and will do our best to confirm your flight as soon as possible.

What is the difference between a crowdsourced charter and a regular charter?

The main difference is potential savings. By launching a crowdsourced flight, you fly when you want to and have the potential to earn back credits for seats purchased by other users on your flight. Both options offer the same caliber of aviation equipment and highly skilled pilots. When you crowdsource, you must leave at the time you scheduled. We are unable to alter departure times as other people are flying with you.

If I have an allergy can I still fly?

If you have any allergies to food, animals, or otherwise, please let us know so that we can create the perfect flying experience for you. Contact us at 844.359.2523.

How much luggage can I bring on my flight?

Please review our Luggage Policies.

Does BLADE operate as an air carrier? Does BLADE own the aircraft I’m flying on?

BLADE does not own, operate or fly the aircraft. The BLADE technology is integrated with the fleet and pilots of DOT & FAA licensed carriers for its helicopter, seaplane, and jet operations.

All Flights

BLADE Urban Air Mobility, Inc. (BLADE) is an air charter broker and indirect air carrier, not a direct air carrier, and does not have operational authority of aircraft. All flights are operated by DOT/FAA licensed direct air carriers. For select routes, Blade acts as an indirect air carrier in accordance with 14 CFR Part 380. Please refer to BLADE's Operator-Participant Agreement at www.flyblade.com for details.