“KinectAir revolutionizes private air travel with affordable empty-leg flights.”
The accessibility of private air travel is changing through KinectAir, termed the “Uber of private aviation.” Unlike traditional booking methods, this service simplifies access to private flights by offering empty-leg repositioning flights at relatively affordable prices, starting at $111 per person. Co-CEO Katie Buss aims to redefine private travel, making it more accessible to the general public. KinectAir’s AI-driven platform sifts through operators, focusing on turbo-prop and piston-engine aircraft, offering cost-effective options for short-distance travel.
Utilizing last-minute booking strategies, KinectAir provides significant discounts on empty leg flights, nearly 75% lower than regular private aircraft costs. By offering competitive prices compared to commercial flights, even beating last-minute economy fares, KinectAir seeks to democratize private air travel. This disruptive approach doesn’t require membership fees and guarantees the quoted price as the final cost, eliminating post-flight additional charges.
While KinectAir’s introduction challenges traditional private aviation norms, its environmental impact remains a subject of concern. Private jets’ carbon footprint and their reliance on short-haul flights pose sustainability challenges, although KinectAir claims efficiency by filling empty flights. Despite the climate considerations, the company sees potential in adapting future technologies, paving the way for more sustainable electric and hybrid planes. As KinectAir continues its journey, it aims to eventually sell individual seats, expanding accessibility further.
