I Flew On a (Semi) Private Jet. It Was...Disappointing.

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I recently took a flight between Orange County and Oakland. And rather than fly a normal airline, I decided to give #JSX a shot. JSX is a semi-private airline that promotes a "private jet like experience at normal economy prices". Unfortunately, my experience wasn't quite as advertised. Let me explain...
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[@eli_man3811]

Honestly even just the much-better airport experience is worth the $30 bucks

[@scoodles_1083]

Yeah, I agree.

[@essel23fly]

This is as close as you’ll ever get to flying private, short of actually driving your car up to the plane.

[@timlilijinsheng4070]

drinking 10 cups of coffee would equal the $30 lol

[@extraordinaryrides387]

@@timlilijinsheng4070 Where do u find a $3 coffee at an airport?

[@timlilijinsheng4070]

@@extraordinaryrides387 nvm

[@rmaviationtravel]

The reason for empty seats Is that if they had over 30 seats it would fall under a higher class of operation, not private

[@cobyexplanes]

thanks for explaneing :)

[@AIRdomination]

Coby Explanes Also most of JSX fleets are the ERJ-135. These aircraft are becoming more difficult to come by for JSX so they pull old ERJ-145s which are a little larger. You notice your airplane had a slightly different paint job, that’s because (as you said) it was a refurbished Chautauqua Airlines plane that used to fly for Delta Connection. The 145’s are slightly longer than the 135’s but JSX is not allowed to have more than 30 seats for their regulatory classification, hence the empty space and why your airplane had a regional jet feel, because that’s exactly what it was before JSX acquired it. I flown them a few times and I’ve only come across these airplanes twice.

[@wyattwinsaviation757]

RM Aviation & Travel yes

[@South34degrees]

I’m guessing it has more to do with trim issues on the load sheet. Many E135 operators need to carry ballast (at cost) to get into the takeoff envelope. It also removes the weight of the seats. Leisure type flights usually have more baggage and thus no ballast required.

[@South34degrees]

The cutoff from Part121 operations to Part135 operations is more than 19/ less than 20 pax.

[@dfdla]

You flew a scheduled commercial charter flight, there was nothing at all private about it. If the pilots don't depart when you tell them to you haven't flown private. In my opinion, $89 was a very good price for what you experienced.

[@stevencooper4422]

Agreed. This guy is a spoiled snowflake.

[@mrpielover615]

That is why he said SEMI-private. It was LIKE a private experience because it didn't have the hassle of commercial service.

[@dfdla]

@@mrpielover615 In this situation, semi-private is like semi-pregnant. A misnomer. Semi-private is a term somebody used to pretend they chartered a private plane One of the hassles of flying commercial is the dead time waiting for the scheduled departure. When you truly fly private, as I have, you tell the pilots when you are ready to go and they immediately initiate the departure. And you don't have a bunch of strangers sitting around you. For $89 he got good value but nothing like the experience of flying private. For about $1,500 more he could have truly chartered a small private jet for a 1 hour flight. His $89 does not come close to covering the fuel burn for a 1 hour flight on a small private jet, which is why he got no privacy and had to fly with 29 others on a time schedule set by somebody else. This guy flew on a regularly scheduled commercial charter flight and there was nothing private about it.

[@larryscott3982]

Semi private is sort of the description. It’s departing from the charter facility without the myriad of passengers of dozen airlines. So, the terminal alone is justification, and 30 seats, 36” spacing, on a Jet is easily worth 30 bux. Adding an hour plus to survive the big terminal is reason enough to not fly standard part 121 commercial.

[@bq-9238]

Agent J hilarious!

[@CaliforniaAviation]

I’ll say this, I work with jsx, I’m a line service technician at KCCR, it’s the smallest airport that jsx operates too, I can definitely agree with some of the things you said, a lot of the planes are old and were ex American Eagle, Delta Connection, and United Express E135s. I’ve never actually flown on it but I have been in and out of the planes a lot and they are fairly nice. I think it’s unfortunate that you had to experience that aircraft, before COVID hit jsx had just received many new aircraft and due to Phoenix opening up and new routes starting up, they didn’t really have the time to refurbish new aircraft to meet the demand of flights, I can tell you that pretty much every aircraft has no overhead bins and in this video that is the first time I’ve ever seen a plane of theirs have overhead bins and I’ve worked with them for over a year and half. Also the aircraft you flew on was a E145, jsx is majority E135s but they do have a fair amount of E145s and that was one of them and that extra space in the back is only in the E145s, I would definitely recommend trying them again, just because I think it was really down to that one plane and not overall

[@DaedricFaZe]

JET SUITE SKETCH

[@jaysantos536]

ALL flights well over $300 now. They simply cannot compete with SW.

[@mountains889]

I wonder if they'd been able to fly out of Centennial instead of Broomfield, I'd probably try to get a part time job - I like the concept - it's also funny how many peons like me think "private jets" have a "better experience" : that the airports are plush and luxurious, that people don't walk outside to get on a plane. Like that's a normal private airport - that's literally what private flights are - the jet is fancy but most of the rest has something to be desired, but that's because you don't spend tons of time in the airport - they fly private because their time is valuable

[@nancymattix4599]

I have flown JSX several times and have never been disappointed. Not having to show up at the airport 2 hours early, fast and easy boarding and speedy luggage retrieval, right as you exit the plane. No walking to the luggage retrieval. Free unlimited beverages including cocktails, regular size snacks, getting to pick your seat ahead of time, so much leg room so many things you did not mention.

[@madonna25757]

I’m a European VIP Cabin Server and I have never flown with them as a Guest, but the video does not represent a VIP experience at all. For sure, it shows a nice pre boarding environment and experience, but you can not name it as VIP.

[@speaks3703]

It looks like you made it onto an E145 that had not yet gone through interior refurbishment. They were very unusual birds for a few months, but I believe they have all since been either refurbished or removed from service to undergo refurbishment, so none of them are flying in that configuration anymore. The entire active fleet has no overhead bins, new carpet and upholstery, and a minimum of 36" of pitch at every seat. The E145s also recently underwent a seat realignment to standardize the exit at row 7 across the whole fleet (it was previously row 8 on the 145s), which has provided even more seat pitch for each row on these aircraft while reducing the giant empty gap at the back of the cabin. As another commenter pointed out, there are 30 seats because that is what FAA Part 135 permits. At 31 seats they would have to operate under Part 121, and that would force them to use standard passenger terminals, which would eliminate a large part of their competitive advantage. It is not, however, a question of flight attendants. Aircraft with 20-50 seats only require one flight attendant. And a ratio of 30:1 is significantly better than what you get on other carriers, who are generally trying to get as close to 50:1 as possible. Finally, there are two errors here. JSX does not advertise WiFi currently available onboard because it isn't. WiFi is provided free of charge in the lounges, not onboard the aircraft. They previously offered inflight SMS messaging, but that product didn't work well and was slated for replacement with true WiFi. That project has hit a couple of roadblocks, including one change of vendor, but it's finally getting off the ground, and the first aircraft has now received onboard WiFi equipment for testing. If all goes well, additional aircraft will begin to follow later this summer, and the website says it will be available in 2020 (presumably fleet-wide). The other is that JSX stopped using the "semi-private" verbiage when they rebranded from JetSuiteX to JSX last year. Customers found it confusing, particularly with sister company JetSuite offering actual private jet service. It's currently described as a "hop on jet service," and based on your impressions of check-in and boarding, I'd say that's pretty accurate. The biggest value add here is time which, when coupled with space, makes for a pretty compelling product.

[@l3x487]

^^^^^

[@danielcolaianni9604]

Found the guy who works for JSX lol

[@LeoGamboaBenitez]

Very instructive, down to the point.

[@VisibilityFoggy]

@@danielcolaianni9604 In fairness, he seemed pretty upfront and detailed about everything the company is doing. I'd definitely fly them if I lived in that area.

[@jaysantos536]

ALL flights well over $300 now. They simply cannot compete with SW.

[@dreadog6425]

The check in experience and the extra leg room is worth an extra $100. It's worth it not to deal with the humans.

[@en7165]

As an Italian I find it rather hilarious how you equate Starbucks with good coffee.

[@dresdi]

same, as a fellow italian, starbucks is awful

[@fajoopsa]

Indeed. Anything that comes out of a thermos shouldn’t even be called coffee.

[@Niners4Lyphe]

Let's just say it CAN be worse. lol

[@fajoopsa]

Niners4Lyphe yeah I guess toilet water is worse.

[@fajoopsa]

broomsterm bahaha, Fiat? Who said that?

[@faisalhashim2711]

Conclusion : *ONLY SAM CHUI CAN GET THE BEST EXPERIENCE ON A PRIVATE JET*

[@faisalhashim2711]

@@adamshaheedh This video is about a private jet experience....so I just wrote *ON A PRIVATE JET*

[@CitizenZero1]

Is Sam Chui rich?

[@Utd_YT]

No. He just probably gets sponsored by every airline he flies with.

[@charlesjay8818]

Sam Chui is a twat, he's just an advert for airlines, go to Josh Cahil or Paul Lucas for a proper airline review

[@xr6lad]

Well given his reviews are paid reviews and are never ever independent; Sams reviews are worse than useless. I cannot work out for the life of me why he is so popular and people still fall for the man.

[@williamdrijver4141]

Even at 300 usd it would be very attractive bargain imo! 89 is suspiciously cheap, sure beats the "normal" mass transport aviation experience. Fast, efficient, no crowds, wow!

[@CockatooDude]

They might be able to hit that price because of the low cost of the old jets they buy. It offsets a lot of things when you don't need to spend 100 million on the airframe.

[@jaysantos536]

ALL flights well over $300 now. They simply cannot compete with SW.

[@ryanphelps9284]

@@jaysantos536 Didn't realize SW flew out of business terminals now...

[@jaysantos536]

@@ryanphelps9284 They dont and it doesnt matter. I'll take the wait and fly on a REAL commercial Boeing 737 with a REALLY experienced pilot any day over a low budget, cut costs pretend airline any day.

[@KuostA]

you're wrong. it's in the 200s rn. how many times are u going to repaste this comment that's wrong?@@jaysantos536

[@VMiXEZ]

15-20 minutes shorter waiting time already justifies the extra $30.

[@DaedricFaZe]

If you're flying out of John Wayne, you can show up 20 mins before, especially if you get dropped off.

[@Rhaspun]

@@DaedricFaZe Can't beat that.

[@jaysantos536]

ALL flights well over $300 now. They simply cannot compete with SW.

[@starautoservices2420]

Dude you got a good deal for $89. I would fly JSX anytime over southwest especially in times like covid. Your experience with JSX does not compare to the cattle call flights on SW. I think all of their planes have been retrofitted by now. You have to think how Much time you saved and the hassle free experience you got. They never advertised that you will be in a private jet- it’s a private jet like experience. If you flew on a private jet, your trip Would have been about $8k to $10k.

[@jaysantos536]

ALL flights well over $300 now. They simply cannot compete with SW.

[@KuostA]

you're wrong. it's in the 200s rn. how many times are u going to repaste this comment that's wrong?

[@unsaid706]

They should convert that empty space into a small snack and drink bar, like a coffee and cookie serve-yourself galley

[@issacmaltz4191]

they removed the seats 3 roles because they would be a different category rating by the FAA and wouldn't be able to do the "private jet terminals" and quick concept.

[@mariavandenbosch2149]

During Covid they've had plenty of time to upgrade their planes or at least put in Wi-Fi

[@michaelearlgrey]

This shade of aviation and higher didn't have a lull in the action. The cattlecar airlines are a bit different to say the least.

[@jfno67]

@@michaelearlgrey They actually filed for chapter 11 on April 28th.

[@Adar-Lotan]

Jean-Francois Noel that was actually “Jetsuite” and not JSX, it was a corporate only operation on a different type of airplane...

[@sebastianpartida2949]

Based on the fact that you consider Starbucks a premium coffee I don't get why you would complain about flying in an old regional Embraer jet. S**tty coffee, great jet. Hope at least the coffee was not as old as the jet though.

[@milosm9280]

You are really pressed about Starbucks. Did they do anything wrong to you?

[@wickedcabinboy]

@@milosm9280 - know how to make a Starbucks substitute coffee at home at pennies per cup? use three times the usual quantity of coffee grounds. It'll strip the taste buds off your tongue just like the original Starbucks.

[@schellshocked751]

Milos M Starbuck really isnt good coffee its just an overpriced shit. Only good things they make are iced teas and hot chocalates are decent but yet again overpriced

[@whyalwaysme2522]

Frankly I don't get the hype for Starbucks coffee either. They're overpriced shitty snowflakes. Just Enjoy the flight man.

[@lawrencedavidson6195]

Living in Jamaica has spoiled me as i have full access to genuine Blue Mountain coffee. Starbucks coffee in Jamaica is considered junk. However i do like the video and really like the Embraer type aircraft. Greetings from sunny Jamaica (MBJ Airport EDX)

[@drewleevy5420]

They don't put the parking break on before takeoff... They hold the brakes with their feet.

[@conorherget313]

Yup

[@cptnbennett]

I like how much of an aviation nerd you are. As an airline pilot, it reminds me of all the things I enjoy about this job.

[@madonna25757]

As a VIP Cabin Server, this one has nothing to do with a Private Jet Experience

[@DaddysDollxo]

😂😂exactly !! So lame

[@madonna25757]

@@DaddysDollxo ❤️

[@TalismanPHX]

Given the damn crazy-dangerous pandemic, the fact that there's only a handful of people around you is a HUGE bonus, compared to the mass of infected humanity at airport checkin, security checkpoints, and then the terminals

[@lvthud]

I've flown them a few times and honestly, if they are even somewhere in the ballpark of a WN fare it's a no brainer, just not having to deal with the crowds and airport security is a major win for me, also having the ability to earn miles etc on B6 is a nice bonus. The only thing I would ask for is LAX flights.

[@jaysantos536]

ALL flights well over $300 now. They simply cannot compete with SW.

[@lvthud]

@@jaysantos536 there are still plenty of $109 fares floating around, just look at the calendar. Over the last year the ease of using them has changed my mind on pricing, I'm happy to pay more than WN just to avoid the terminals. Yes there are days when the prices are to much to justify, but that means that a bunch of people beat me to the less expensive fares.

[@jaysantos536]

@@lvthud OK fair points

[@RojoFern]

"They swap your bags for explosives" is the do lucky phrase I had the honor of mishearing.

[@lawrencehaguewood5857]

The interior looks to be the Continental Express colors. CoX had 30 135s, but retired them before the merger with UA. Did you note the registration perchance?

[@cobyexplanes]

I didn't unfortunately :/

[@UpperAnimated]

Aircraft was previously operated for Delta Connection. Interior colors like that are pretty standard between airlines on this plane.

[@ilbria5913]

InformatvMedia This plane actually was flown by Expressjet Airlines as United/Continental Express. These E135s have always been based in Houston (IAH).

[@henrylombard1965]

Ilbria 145’s, not 135’s...

[@ilbria5913]

Henry Lombard You’re right, I looked at it again.

[@MrAlwaysBlue]

I flew on my employers Grumman Gulfstream from Dar-Es-Salaam to Johannesburg in 1993. That was a pleasant experience.

[@patricklueb122]

I’m guessing they removed those seats so that they did not have to have an extra flight attendant

[@lawrencehaguewood5857]

The Emj135 can only hold 30-35pax at most and only one FA is needed up to 50pax. Suspect this was to keep the capacity at JSX standard ?

[@eugenemcdonald4264]

Maybe they are refurbishing two rows at a time

[@AlmostMonumental27]

I think it’s three rows missing, but hey....And those are interesting shoes, C.

[@skooter2767k]

Patrick Lueb FAA part 135 regs limit this kind of operation to a maximum of 30 seats and 7500 pounds total payload (pax + bags) this is the “get around” to not have to operate under part 121 airline regulations

[@Rooksaho]

You really have to get in a g4, I've flown Gulf Streams for The last 15 years and there is nothing to compare them to

[@Delta_Hotel_0518]

My experiences about 3-4 times with JSX were exactly same as they advertised it.

[@jaysantos536]

ALL flights well over $300 now. They simply cannot compete with SW.

[@robertgiggie6366]

Totally worth it to not have to deal with the terminal.

[@jaysantos536]

ALL flights well over $300 now. They simply cannot compete with SW.

[@samko105]

Used to work for a corporate jet detailing company. I've worked on globals, gulfs, falcons and of course, a few jsx planes. From my understanding, they had phenom 300's, 100's and a few of those embrears. When we saw those jsx planes pulling up, they were always in worse condition than the rest. Some random interior stuff broken occasionally, paint chips and other imperfections. Then again, the bar was set pretty high because some of those globals and Gulfstreams were IMMACULATE. From the interior to the exterior and mechanical components. Completely worth the price though for jsx.

[@harrygoaz1874]

How much did it cost to detail a Gulfstream?

[@leecrowley2101]

You tickled the absolute hell out of me! Welcome to the world of regional airlines. I hope you had fun on that carrier.Take care bro. Lee Crolley,Ill

[@WBTravels]

you dont know what youre talking about its a small jet but its a fully fledged commercial airline that uses premieum seats

[@LuccaRPG]

I almost feel it's not fair you're comparing an older non-retrofitted plane to the JSX product as a whole. To me, it looks fairly good. Just skipping the whole security check with an 'You've got no explosives? Great!' check makes the price worth it to me, old plane or not.

[@largol33t1]

4:14- What you're talking about is what pilots call "short field takeoff". It's an interesting experience. United did this with an A319 during Xmas season 2003. Although that's a MUCH larger plane, I was amazed how quickly we were aloft. Everyone should fly out of a tiny airport like John Wayne at least once in their lifetime to experience it. It's not like anything you've ever felt or witnessed. I was shocked how loud the engines could get when the pilot held the brakes and opened up the throttle. That tiny plane leaped off the ground like a scalded cat! The one tradeoff is that this being California, you are likely to run into nasty storms as you head for SFO. The storm was brutal and tossed the A319 around like a toy. Fortunately for me, growing up with a love for roller coasters helped prep my stomach for this.

[@elon77677]

Awesome video. Just one thing, leaving SNA we don’t set the parking brake and go to full power. We just hold the brakes. Some guy’s don’t even do that. I always did it because it was fun but other than that, it isn’t really necessary. Now there is a specialized climb profile we have to do for noise abatement. We actually have to give ATC our squawk code before departure just in case we violate it, they will know who it was.

[@beardedbarnstormer9577]

Dude JSX is awesome. The future of short haul travel and a welcome replacement for the “regionals”

[@JamilaLoubrielModelActress]

Especially for the west coast

[@jaysantos536]

ALL flights well over $300 now. They simply cannot compete with SW.

[@beardedbarnstormer9577]

@@jaysantos536 bro comparing south west to JSX is night an day, one is semi private charter the other is a cattle car... JSX also has peak seasons and youre smack in the middle of one.

[@jaysantos536]

@@beardedbarnstormer9577 1. I checked fares for EVERY week going forward that JFX has posted. 2. The ONLY people that would call JFX a semi-private charter are those selling the seats and those folks that cannot afford a REAL private jet but like to act and pretend to be important people. You also probably rent the big limos at Vegas airport with your "name" on the card to "impress" fellow travellers that laugh at you wasting a couple hundred bucks for a ten minute ride to your "suite" at Luxor or NY/NY.

[@jaysantos536]

@@beardedbarnstormer9577 Southwest has been the #1 rated US airline by customers forever. We appreciate the friendly and helpful employees from baggage claim to the pilots. Also the "freedom" to choose seats based on first come..first served and no need for "segregating" passengers so 6 or 8 of them can act all important because they paid and extra $500 for some "free" drinks and a $5 grade school cafeteria tray full of crap. LOL

[@lroke2947]

Hmm, the chance of flying in a single seat and not rubbing elbows with a stranger makes it worth at least $30 for me. If the coffee is good, that's even better.

[@olternaut]

Regardless of your particular experience overall, I think this type of flight experience is a win for passengers especially at that price point and I hope they expand to the east coast soon.

[@jaysantos536]

ALL flights well over $300 now. They simply cannot compete with SW.

[@tyutyu9331]

When you stopped talking, I took my headphones on and cranked up the volume to max...Ah I love that sound :)

[@essel23fly]

This video is not a fair representation of JSX. SNA is a tiny operation compared to the other cities that have amazing amenities. Also your plane was newly acquired and wasn’t refurbished. To be fair yes that does suck, but still it’s not a fair representation of what you’ll get on an average JSX flight.

[@TheHunter-sx1gn]

I Spot at Concord airport which they fly into. Most of their jets are old United/Continental Embraer e135's. They have a few e145's one of which came from Delta. They were flying the recently acquired planes for a few weeks until they refitted them with the advertised leather seats, nice lavs, etc. If you have any questions, I know a lot about this particular airline and I alsop know a few people who work for it as well that I can get answers to.

[@javahedz]

I’ve never even heard of JSX. I’ll have to check ‘em out. I’d consider them as an option, especially with easier checkin and boarding!! Great video, Coby! 🙌🏻

[@cobyexplanes]

thanks!

[@larryscott3982]

Wait a minute. You seem to assume that the 300$ flight would’ve been on a plane that was the same. You’d better take one of those 300$ flights and see if that is on a plane that is the corporate jet experience.

[@williamhuang8309]

You been on one?

[@velvetthunder7725]

How would love to even get on a normal plane.

[@WayneLynch69]

Do a GoFundMe...I'll contribute. DON'T be too disapointed by commercial flying

[@cobyexplanes]

preach

[@johnswanson2600]

If you're in the US Southwest is cheap and everyone seems to like their service.

[@AlmostMonumental27]

I was thinking today that I last got off an international flight (Emirates A380 into JFK from Mauritius via Dubai) and that I am hungrier for flying than I had realized! I was supposed to fly a Singapore Airlines 777 nonstop from San Francisco to Hong Kong this month’s but my buddy there was forced to postpone his wedding until January. I’m hoping to do Ethiopia in October but at this point even Delta from Alabama where I live over to Atlanta (22 minutes in the air) sounds intrepid! Love your channel and content, Coby. You too Keep Looking Up To The Skies! Best, AM

[@velvetthunder7725]

John Swanson I’m in the U.K.

[@amen6755]

With that kind of fare and check -in time AND coffee to go i see only pros!

[@bohemoth1]

One year I had an emergency situation where I needed to fly to Kosovo. A colleague of mine directed me to a Private Jet company that had empty leg flights. Just by luck the plane was being repositioned to Kosovo. It was a Bombardier Global Express jet. I was smothered in luxury on that aircraft. It spoiled me rotten. I eventually stopped flying Commercial airlines and would grab an Empty leg flight to the destination where I was going or close to it. Imagine you alone on a luxurious jet being pampered and spoiled at a FIRST CLASS FLIGHT PRICE. Then I decided to join a PRIVATE JET CARD ASSOCIATION. Now I fly private with my family and some friends. No annoying passengers to content with. And guess what, the majority of the Private jets are pet friendly! Which means no Cargo Holes for my dogs. I know that you may say that most people can't afford it. That's when you pool your resources buy a group membership in a private jet ASSOCIATION. But I do get where you are coming from in your video. 👍

[@Amtran727]

No long walks through a maze of terminals or concourses, the curb to the plane is only a few steps, easy check-in and boarding. Definitely worth the extra $30.00.

[@jaysantos536]

ALL flights well over $300 now. They simply cannot compete with SW.

[@MalarkeyMan]

Not having to deal with TSA is worth the extra 30 dollars

[@thomasjsanford4229]

To me, TSA has always been a very minor inconvenience... Whether I go through security in Chicago, Munich, or Doha, it's about 10 minutes and your done, free to walk down to the gate.

[@MalarkeyMan]

@@thomasjsanford4229 Must be nice

[@thomasjsanford4229]

@@MalarkeyMan as far as I know, my experience is the norm. Most people don't have any problems with TSA, do they?

[@MalarkeyMan]

@@thomasjsanford4229 dude it’s like common knowledge that TSA takes forever.

[@thomasjsanford4229]

@@MalarkeyMan ...... only on holiday weekends

[@mountains889]

everyone says "how disappointing" but you pay no where near private prices, drive right up to the airport, don't pay to park your car for a week, short security, complain about lack of baggage overhead space but say there 2 free checked bags per person, straight to your bag and an uber at the other end - seems you wished you'd spent $5k on your flight, so you could have the "real experience" book a netjet flight for you and some friends and tell me how great it was then tell me how you could've flown commercial for 2 years for the same price

[@shakesnbake]

Interesting. The steep take off is like in London City airport which is slap bang in the city. So sorry it was a disappointing experience. There is a private jet experience over here in Europe that goes from Luxembourg to Hamburg for around €200 each way. Really tempted as seems like a proper private jet with just six seats but now I’m sceptical

[@WayneLynch69]

Unless it's babes/champagne/super-stars, what's the point?

[@birgerkagan6087]

@@manuelolaya3194 Sounds like a violation of the rules if a company offers "private" air transportation for € 200,00?

[@shakesnbake]

@@manuelolaya3194 Cant remember of the top of my head but Sam Chui reviewed a while back

[@PKPhoenix83]

Semi private is just another word for regional jet with a crappy lounge. If the plane doesn't have a couch or at least seats that look like lounge chairs and you aren't alone it isn't private.

[@deeanna8448]

I love airports, checking in, and sitting at gates (yes really!) so the fast check-in would not hold any real appeal. If this is basically just a regular RJ, there would be no reason for me to try it.

[@lunatic6819]

the lesson i learned from your experience is, NEVER CHOOSE TO FLY ON SOME SHADY "PRIVATE" JET PREMIUM SHIT. most of the times, they end up like this one. Its a much safer bet to fly on southwest or similar seeing as they have nicer and newer planes at a much cheaper cost.

[@jaysantos536]

Only two planes have crashed in past two years!

[@philippemarland4031]

And when you arrive, do you also go through the FBO and exist with the same ease and convenience as when you boarded?

[@jimknapp8731]

Yes, based on my daughter's JSX flights to and from Phoenix / Burbank. She still gushes about that experience from last year.

[@djtexas4993]

Yes you do . at least with Vegas and Reno!

[@poderbrasil1356]

It is always a frustrating experience for the customer when faced with something other than what is propagated by the company. JSX should only operate the aircraft that have already been refurbished, the Embraer 135 / 145 jets, are not known for their comfort since they are small aircraft designed for regional operation. JSX does not hide that it is a low-cost operator and uses old aircraft. The attraction of JSX is precisely the gain of overtime to the passenger, yes it is worth paying a little more if you have. I believe JSX could improve the comfort and look of the reception and waiting facilities for the customer. I do not know if it is feasible, but I could offer a transfer service for "JSX executive" vehicles in partnership, through the collection of an additional fee for those who are interested.

[@roberthollander4522]

That was NOT private. I actually fly Lears and Challengers for a private jet charter. This operation, while a great product, is in no way shape or form "private". Also, we don't set a parking brake on a runway. We HOLD the brakes on with our feet and release them. I did enjoy your video, though and subscribed :)

[@jaysantos536]

Only two crashes with no deaths so far.

[@birgerkagan6087]

Don't confuse AoA with pitch angle

[@cobyexplanes]

whoops you're right

[@qlemens6273]

true but the steeper pitch angle is gonna lead to a steeper AoA lol

[@SombraPiloto]

Or the parking brake with manual brakes.

[@birgerkagan6087]

@@qlemens6273 Not necessarily

[@user-xc4eh4kp9n]

HI Coby, Im not sure where you flew out o? I noticed on there website, they advertises many destinations but when you want to book, not all cities are included.

[@TheNewGreenIsBlue]

I'd hardly call it a private jet... it's an all-business layout... that's about it. I've flown in J YVR-LAX on a similar plane complete with 1 + 2 layouts... it was okay.

[@jdrissel]

Just not having to go through TSA is worth that much. JSX sounds like it is a bit spotty, but has to potential to be awesome.

[@frankiedee3122]

The aircrafts have been updated and looks awesome

[@CocoEspada]

Let me clarify something. We don't EVER set the parking brake on a full power run up haha. They're called Toe Brakes and provide more than enough stopping force.

[@owenkinnan9925]

Absolutely would take a flight like this without complaining. No TSA, no long lines, no stress. Extra $30? More than worth it. Condition of the plane was probably as good as Southwest or any other carrier anyway.

[@anotheruser9876]

Your channel is awesome and this video was a great review of JSX, hadn't heard of them before.

[@cobyexplanes]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@mikev8782]

Never set the parking brake taking off out of there. Always just held the brakes....

[@jakejacobs7584]

I got to ferry a 757 out of there once . Talk about performance !

[@Penoatle]

One of the greatest aircraft ever made. I do hope Boeing goes forward with a 757X or 757-400 or something. The 737-900ERs that were the intended replacement (at least the 752) do nothing for it.

[@averiekatesakelarios3034]

So this airplane is actually an ERJ-145 that was owned by ADI Aerodynamics then California Pacific. Being a 145 they had to remove the seats to get to their 30pax limit and being owned by California Pacific probably is the reason for the “regional jet feel” over the advertised JSX product

[@xyzaero]

JSX is just another "virtual airline". The are a Part 380 Public Carter operation, wich means that you charter a single seat on their airplane and don't buy an actual ticket like on a "normal" airline. The fact, that they are not an airline makes it possible to use private FBOs (terminals) and circumnavigate the TSA checks, wich might seem convenient, but also remember, that nobody on board is properly safety checked. JSX also does not operate any airplanes on their own. JSX does not own or operate a single airplane. The planes are operated by Delux Public Charter LLC.

[@Rhaspun]

I remember a pilot had made a comment about a noise abatement move they had to do at a particular airport. It required a tighter turn in to the airport. He said that's how planes should be flown. It was based on his past experience as a fighter pilot. That pilot would probably like this type of take off done in this video.

[@joshupmeyer7318]

So.... a short takeoff procedure 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@dannygentry-nj6lh]

We love flying JSX between phx and Burbank. We pull up, the valet takes the car we board, we land and have car service waiting for us....no complaints...especially for the price!

[@ronanaballerino9794]

Great vid, like always! I hope you have a great day whoever's reading this and stay safe!

[@cobyexplanes]

Thanks! You too!

[@alfredstephen3150]

It's basically a commercial jet with smaller plane. From outside it looked like private jet but the interior is nowhere near.

[@ChrisJohnson-hk6es]

JSX is still better than flying commercial. This airline has pure potential!

[@jaysantos536]

ALL flights well over $300 now. They simply cannot compete with SW.

[@ChrisJohnson-hk6es]

@@jaysantos536 they seem to be handling it though. Not sure what their LF needs to be to break even, but they are still maintaining a healthy schedule. I see they are also growing a little out of Texas as well. I would like to see them come back to BFI.

[@24pavlo]

1:30 "it tasted like a genuine starbucks brew" you're saying it like it's something good.

[@nemo227]

Drive a car, 400 miles and about 6.5 to 7.5 hours. Jet flight for $89 is about $.22/mile (based on highway distance) and save 5 hours. It's a pretty good deal. But there is travel time/expense to & from each airport. If you're on a business trip, time really is money, and jet travel makes it a day trip.

[@krozareq]

Thankfully their cabins are far better now with a 1-1 configuration. They also now have Starlink for wifi.

[@gerhardkutt1748]

So you weren't exactly disappointed. Just a bit whiny ... that's OK.

[@jlozanojr73]

Thanks for the review. An advertisement just came up on my social media and I was considering this. The videos advertised are different from your review, granted it's been a couple years since this review, but at least I know what could happen.

[@guillermourrutia6438]

I understand JSX has only refurbished E145 not the E135. I don’t think they will either but it seems convenient to fly them.

[@vondahe]

Next do a video on how McDonalds burgers served look nothing like in the commercials.

[@derbagger22]

Pre 9/11 if you flew out of Logan, you could jump on the Delta or USAir Shuttles in as little as 12 minutes, from curb to gate. I'd be racing clients to the airport all the time trying to grab an earlier flight to get home to their kids...

[@battyjoe]

Didn’t look anything other than a normal takeoff to me. The certainly didn’t set the parking brake and run up before releasing them.....just normal.

[@kevinanimationsyt2917]

Coby: Nice coffee JSX: Oh yea, we made that

[@keithmiller2714]

Was that a 727 in the background at touchdown? How was off boarding? Did you have rental cars readily available or eateries or thing you need when you land?

[@cobyexplanes]

off boarding was super easy, it took less than 3 minutes to get from the plane to the street. I ubered so I don't know what the rental car situation look like though

[@youngeshmoney]

I bet he wouldn't say the same about the coffee if the Starbucks logo wasn't on it

[@TW1257]

A video about the A220 being built in Mobile would be nice.....Sorry about the plane trip but the views were beautiful.

[@cobyexplanes]

That's a video I've been thinking of doing, gotta do some added research to get it done

[@AlmostMonumental27]

Yep, we’re proud of the Airbus facility at Brookley in Mobile, and they’ve just gotten started pumping out the A220. Roll Tide, as we say! LOL.

[@purplemonkeydishwasher9360]

I was hoping you got to go on a ride on the refurbished aircraft. It would have been nice to hear your thoughts on one of those. I think you would have been more pleased with your experience on one with the upgraded interior, as they're really well done inside by the awesome team at NUGI. The company I worked for north of London, Ontario, Canada did those upgrades, and I'm lucky enough to have been paid to test in-flight the Gogo wifi and electrical outlets we installed onboard. The 135 really does accelerate like a rocket and would make an excellent private jet experience. Hopefully next time you catch a flight with them it'll be the shiny refurbed aircraft. P.S if you do go on a flight on one. Watch your head on the over wing exit sign. I can't tell you how many times I've smashed my noggin on it when all the seats were out.

[@cpt.lando333]

YES I LOVE YOUR PLANE REVIEWS PLEASE DO MORE

[@cobyexplanes]

If only there were any planes to fly right now..... I do really want to fly the MAX when it returns to service though

[@cpt.lando333]

Coby Explanes btw this is cobyexplanesfan123 but on an alt account

[@AlmostMonumental27]

Yes, terrific stuff, Coby.

[@MrNavyman53]

That's not what private flight is like, aside from the walk right up to the airplane part. True private is walk right through a door or two, hop on, and go alone (if you like ;). This is basically just a less cluttered regional flight.

[@ashpash1533]

I used to work UAs 145s and this looks exactly the same.. surprised they gave to JSX In this condition…

[@luiscortez1780]

Interesting how they were using this plane without the refurbished interior. The advertised videos has been my experience and I’ve flown JSX quite a bit. The terminals, planes and onboard service has all been great but my gripes have always been with the ground CSRs. I’m not sure if they’re actual JSX employees or contracted by the FBOs they utilize but I’ve gotten attitude numerous times or have just stood there unacknowledged waiting to be helped. For how short the routes are, I think they’re priced incredibly when ~100. Anything more than that on a CA-CA route is a bit much....but that’s my somewhat experienced opinion. The “adult” beverage options are great, the snacks are a plus. Can’t wait for this former RJ to be refurbed If it hasn’t already. Good video!

[@f3nd13y]

There is literally nothing private about this flight other than the utilization of the fbo XD

[@nicolehatano7242]

I knew as soon as you paused the footage to show the advertisement this was gonna be a juicy video

[@mickyboy223]

Wish we had a service like this in Europe. Flying out of Heathrow in to Frankfurt, Paris or Amsterdam is a painful experience. Too many people, too many shopping experiences and too much time waiting on line.

[@L33tSkE3t]

If it weren't for the situation with Covid and a worsening recession, I would have said that a service like this would be very interesting and might find success. With increase in Point to Point travel and an increase in domestic flights, the low cost Airlines like SouthWest, Spirit, Frontier and JetBlue etc. finding it more difficult to differentiate themselves, I could see consumers being willing to pay a slight Premium over a low cost fare to have a relaxed and quick security check in where you can arrive much less than an hour before hand and just pretty much hop on the plane, and if it had been a refurbished Plane, nice, sleek and clean with only 30 passengers giving it a semi- private feel. It all sounds great. Sucks there had to be a pandemic..

[@rampar77]

It was a lot nicer not to get in TSA lines with others., such as Spirit scum passengers.

[@pualaniproud]

Can you do a second video of this (with the new jsx cabin) because I would love to see it!!

[@imrankutianawala1815]

You didn’t have a very luxury private terminal , it was scheduled so nothing private

[@rraul48Bo]

I do think smaller planes are the future of aviation. They burn less fuel and are more efficient and the less seats make room for extra flights and than they can operate at higher cost tickets in the more frequent hours there fore the less frequent flights will have cheaper tickets. Planes like the Embraer e2 will rule the national lines and the a320 Neo for transatlantic flights.

[@AlmostMonumental27]

The AI in my iPhone is struggling to learn the word “explanes,” but I’m still trying!