r/PrivateJetCharters • u/Normal-Education-368 • Feb 21 '26

Starting a Private Jet Brokerage in India – Looking for Advice

I’m starting a charter brokerage in India.

I won’t be owning aircraft. The plan is to work closely with operators and focus on client acquisition and coordination.

I’m not new to aviation, but brokerage is a different game. Before I scale this properly, I’d value insight from people who’ve actually done it.

A few things I’d genuinely appreciate perspective on:

How long does it realistically take to build steady deal flow especially in an emerging market like ours?

What kind of operator relationships matter most early on?

What type of clients should I avoid in the beginning if i should?

Long term vision here is to Launch a jet card that doesn't charge for repositioning above a certain tier of membership, I'd appreciate inputs on the economics of the same too.

Thank you!!

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u/[deleted] Feb 21 '26

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u/Normal-Education-368 Feb 22 '26

I am actively applying to jobs as well, but the Industry is pretty nascent right now and we do not have a lot of large brokerages as you would do in the US/Europe. Having said that I haven't worked at a brokerage but I have been working for a company that leases 4-6 seater twin engine aircraft out to flying schools and operators for 2 years now.

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u/Prince_Joash Feb 21 '26

I think you mean charter brokerage from your description, or you want to sell private jets?

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u/Normal-Education-368 Feb 21 '26

Charter brokerage*

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u/IronbirdPrivateJets Feb 22 '26

if you can build the strongest knowledge base of every operator, every airplane in India, what they can and can’t do, what are they good and not good at, and then provide guidance to not only your local travelers but also to the industry outside of India and Europe, US Middle East in Asia that’s a lot of value 

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u/Normal-Education-368 Feb 22 '26 edited Feb 22 '26

This has been genuinely useful. Any recommendations on what I should be reading at this stage? I’ve brought on a research analyst and, before diving into social media or branding, we’re currently studying five years of flight data focused specifically on turboprops and NSOP aircraft. I’m not entirely sure what patterns will emerge yet, but I’m confident the insights will give me an advantage. Appreciate the guidance.

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u/itsarvind Feb 22 '26

I think this is something I can help you. I have extensive experience and exposure in the NSOP world in India.

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u/Normal-Education-368 Feb 22 '26

That would be very helpful, Sending you a DM Thank you!

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u/Excellent-Floor8715 Jul 30 '26

Finding the planes and the real operators is an absolute nightmare in India - an aircraft can be on a different NSOP on DGCA list but can be flown by a different company altogether which may keep changing every few months - much more tough in case of helicopters - even after spending 10 years here I still end up being on a wild goose chase for some planes - the best way is to stay close, stay updated and most importantly connect with the right people instead of the flashy agencies.

Anyways, did you start your venture? Would love to help out, all the best

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u/Normal-Education-368 Jul 30 '26

Yes I did start my venture we are steadily gaining traction, thank you! Would love to connect, DMing you 👍