Family travel on board a private jet is a radically different experience from commercial transport, even in business or first class. It is not simply a matter of comfort: it is the ability to depart and arrive on your own schedule, to bring everything you actually need — prams, sports equipment, pets — without constraints, and to transform the flight itself into a shared pleasure rather than a logistical ordeal. FFGR Jets specialises in designing bespoke family flights, with particular attention paid to the details that make the difference.
Choosing the Right Aircraft for Your Family
For families of 4 to 8 people, the Heavy Jet or Super Midsize — Challenger 350, Falcon 2000, Citation Sovereign — represents the ideal option. The stand-up cabin, generous storage spaces and the ability to divide the space into distinct zones (children's play area, adult space, rest zone) allow the flight environment to be fully personalised. For larger families or multi-generational travel, Ultra Long Range aircraft such as the Gulfstream G700 or Global 7500 offer four-zone configurations with a separate bedroom.
Aircraft selection also depends on flight duration. For a journey of less than 4 hours, a well-configured Midsize may suffice. Beyond that, and particularly for transatlantic or Asian journeys, the availability of flat beds, a full galley and a dedicated children's entertainment space is no longer a luxury — it is a necessity for the flight to proceed in the best possible conditions.
Luggage: Total Freedom, With Some Rules
One of the most appreciated advantages of private family charter is luggage flexibility. There is no standard weight limit in private aviation: the real constraint is the hold volume of the aircraft and the maximum take-off weight. For a Gulfstream G650, the hold offers approximately 1 m³ of volume — sufficient for several 30 kg suitcases, golf clubs, ski equipment and two prams.
Our team establishes with you, before the flight, the precise list of luggage and equipment you wish to bring. If the volume exceeds the capacity of the selected aircraft, we propose either a larger aircraft or a parallel private freight solution for bulky items (kayaks, bicycles, furniture). Medical equipment, refrigerated medications and infant supplies are given priority treatment on board.
Children on Board: Safety and Comfort
Regulations concerning young children in private aviation differ from commercial aviation. Approved child car seats can be fitted in the majority of aircraft, subject to validation by the operator and crew. FFGR Jets takes care of verifying the required certifications and communicating with the crew to ensure correct and safe installation.
On board, our flight team prepares the environment according to each family's specific needs: child-adapted menus prepared by our partner chef, tablets loaded with content chosen by the parents, blankets, pillows and infant equipment as required. For babies, we coordinate with parents on the preparation of milk, cabin temperature and sleep schedule management according to the destination time zone.
Pets: Rules and Best Practices
Private aviation offers the possibility of taking pets on board in the cabin — dogs, cats, and in certain cases exotic animals under specific conditions. Unlike commercial aviation, the animal is not confined to the hold and travels with its owners in the cabin, on a dedicated seat or in its carrier. This is one of the reasons why many pet owners prefer private charter without exception.
The constraints are linked to the veterinary regulations of the destination, not the aircraft. For entry into the European Union, the United Kingdom, Switzerland or the UAE, specific documents are required: European pet passport, up-to-date rabies vaccination, anti-parasitic treatment within the last 5 days. FFGR Jets coordinates with your veterinarian to prepare the complete dossier and ensures no document is missing at the time of boarding.
Family Concierge Services at Destination
Our service does not end at landing. For family travel, FFGR Jets offers a concierge service extension covering the entire stay: private villa with dedicated staff, restaurant reservations with family spaces or full privatisation, provision of a team of professional multilingual nannies, planning of activities tailored to each age group.
We work with a network of destination concierge services specialising in UHNW family reception in Monaco, Saint-Barthélemy, Ibiza, Dubai, Singapore and Aspen. Every service is coordinated with the precision of a corporate event: nothing is improvised, everything is anticipated, so that you can focus entirely on your family.