Comfort & Convenience with ACS Chartered Jet Pet Travel

26 March 2025

Air Charter Scotland has updated our guidance regarding chartered jet travel with pets to increase the size of animals we are able to carry. We can now accommodate multiple large dogs up to 68kg in weight on our midsize and large business jets, so you can bring your pets on board!

Chartering a private flight for you and your pets is a straightforward experience. Pets can arrive, board, and fly by your side, so you can ensure their comfort and wellbeing every step of the way. We can accept arrivals to UK DEFRA-approved airports.

In order to travel with your pet via an Air Charter Scotland flight, we require:

  • A suitable harness and leash, provided by the owner and attached to the owner’s seatbelt, to restrain the pet effectively during take-off, landing, and turbulence, or a pet carrier 
  • The pet to be calm and controlled during transit
  • The relevant documentation and vaccinations as required for the destination location, this usually includes a Pet Passport or Animal Health Certificate (AHC), and proof of microchipping.

For arrival into the UK, pets must have had a tapeworm treatment conducted between 24 and 120 hours prior to arrival and recorded in a Pet Passport or AHC. 

Our business jets, depending on aircraft type, can carry up to 2-3 large dogs not exceeding 68kg/150 pounds each. For full information regarding available aircraft and our pet size and weight regulations, please see our Pets on Jets handout

All relevant documentation must be provided to ACS no later than 24 hours prior to departure. Air Charter Scotland can assist in checking entry requirements and documentation – please do not hesitate to contact us for any assistance.

Embraer ERJ135 joins Air Charter Scotland’s fleet

16 September 2024

Air Charter Scotland’s growing fleet continues to grow through 2024, with the addition of an Embraer ERJ135 in an eye-catching all black livery.

The ERJ135 becomes one of the largest jets available for charter and joins the fleet following the recent additions of a Bombardier Challenger and Cessna Citation CJ2+ earlier this year.

Seating 16, the UK-registered, Stansted-based business jet boasts an airliner heritage and is one of the most durable, efficient and reliable aircraft globally.

Delivering high performance it also offers a spacious business cabin for resting in comfort and exclusivity. Operated in partnership with luxury travel provider Travelcoup, the ERJ135 is able to effortlessly and comfortably reach major European cities such as Paris, Palma and Malaga.


A maximum altitude of 37,000ft and cruising speed of 478mph(770kp/h) ensures a smooth journey throughout, while a generous baggage capacity of 1,000 Kgs means skis, golf clubs or sporting equipment can easily be loaded on board.

It all results in a business jet perfect for groups such as sports teams to arrive well ahead of time, rested and ready for the action.


The Embraer ERJ is available for charter now. To charter the jet or for more information, contact the Air Charter Scotland charter desk.

Air Charter Scotland Add Bombardier Challenger 350

1 August 2024

Following the addition of a Cessna Citation CJ2+, we are thrilled to welcome our latest fleet member, the Bombardier Challenger 350. 

The Maltese registered Challenger 350 will operate under our European AOC and will be based in the Norwegian capital of Oslo. It becomes the second aircraft manufactured by Bombardier under Air Charter Scotland management and the 14th in total – with number 15 in the pipeline. 

Chief Operating Officer and Accountable Manager Derek Thomson says it’s an exciting time for all involved with the company. 

“We’re incredibly proud and very happy to welcome this beautiful Challenger 350 to our fleet. Bombardier has a reputation for manufacturing excellent business jets and we’ve seen that with our existing Challenger 350.”

Thomson continued:

“It’s a time of growth for us and being able to add aircraft such as the Challenger to our already fantastic list of jets is a testament to the hard work and dedication of everyone at Air Charter Scotland.”

An outstanding dispatch reliability, low direct operating costs and increased efficiency alongside sleek interior styling and flat floor deliver high style make the Bombardier Challenger 350 one of the best-selling business jets in the world.

With a range of 5926km (3200nm), a cruising speed of 889km/hn(552mp/h) at a maximum altitude of 45,000ft, the Canadian made Challenger promises comfort, luxury and exclusivity for those looking to charter the nine-seater business jet. 

The Bombardier Challenger 350 is available for charter in August. 

Sustainability – Reducing Paper Use with Electronic Flight Bags

3 July 2024

At Air Charter Scotland, we have always placed sustainability at the heart of our business. As part of our partnership with South Pole for example, we have made significant investments towards global sustainability projects around the world. These have seen us offset almost 13,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions through 2024 alone.

Despite this, we understand that change has to come from within. For us it’s just as important to build an environmentally conscious culture from the inside out. A key aspect of that is reducing our reliance on paper – starting with our use of Electronic Flight Bags.

What is an Electronic Flight Bag?

An Electronic Flight Bag (EFB) is a digital system used by flight crews to manage and access flight-related information and documentation. EFBs can be hardware devices (like tablets or laptops) or software applications that replace traditional paper-based reference materials and flight documents. By using EFB across all of our charters, Air Charter Scotland can replace up to 50 pounds or more of paper documents per flight, translating to significant annual savings in paper use and more importantly, a positive environmental impact.

What Information is in an EFB?

EFBs contains electronic charts and maps, including navigational charts, approach plates, and airport diagrams; flight plans and logs, with itineraries, routing, and historical data; real-time weather updates and forecasts; aircraft performance data, such as performance charts, fuel calculations, weight, and balance; operational manuals and documentation.

They have become a key communication tool for messaging between flight crews and dispatch,
as well as a one stop shop for regulatory documents including compliance materials, safety information, and certification documents.

What are the benefits of EFB’s?

For an airline operating multiple flights daily, the use of EFBs could mean saving thousands of pounds of paper annually. The use of EFBs can also drastically aid weight reduction on flights. By keeping weight to the minimum possible, fuel savings can be made.

EFBs efficiency and convenience to pilots and staff, allowing for quicker communications and a greater level of safety in an emergency situation. Utilising EFBs across the entirety of the Air Charter Scotland fleet is part of a company wide mission to reduce paper-use where possible and to create an environmentally conscious culture throughout the business – both in the air and on the ground.

Click here to to see more on our sustainability efforts

Air Charter Scotland add CJ2+ to our growing fleet

21 May 2024

Air Charter Scotland were delighted to welcome a new addition to the fleet, with our Cessna Citation CJ2+.

Our CJ2+ is our 13th aircraft and promises comfort, safety, luxury and exclusivity synonymous with Air Charter Scotland.

It is a popular jet option for business and short European flights; the CJ2+ has a maximum distance of up to 1,780nm or 3,298km and seats up to six. This aircraft is the perfect addition to our fleet, alongside our Citation CJ1 and twin Citation CJ2 jets.

Take a flight from London to a range of destinations around Europe in less than three hours. This aircraft joins us at the perfect time, with a busy summer of sporting entertainment ahead.

June sees the Monaco Grand Prix and the beginning of UEFA Euro 2024. Make sure your plans are set for the 17th edition of Europe’s continental football championships taking place across Germany, with the hosts taking on Scotland in the opening game in Munich on the 14th.

The following month of July, sees France taking centre stage as over 10,000 of the world’s greatest athletes head to Paris in pursuit of gold.

Whatever your reason for crossing the continent, Air Charter Scotland’s fleet – including our Citation CJ2 can get you closer to the action across Europe and with the increased air traffic, we recommend securing your charter as early as possible. Our operations team are ready to navigate any challenges this summer. 

Our client services team can also arrange onward ground or helicopter transfers, plus a host of concierge services at your destination. 

Contact our charter desk today to discuss your requirements.

Air Charter Scotland’s Sustainability Mission Report

1 March 2024

Through 2023 we continued to place sustainability at the core of our business and are continuously investing in programs to optimise operations and digitise processes throughout our organisation. To further demonstrate our commitment, the company has made a significant financial investment to global sustainability projects working with our sustainability partner SouthPole.


Throughout the past decade we have invested and supported a range of projects across the world, including:

● A biogas project in Banga, Thailand;
● A solar energy project in Vietnam;
● Cookstoves and clean energy projects in Haiti;
● The installation of a new hydropower dam in the Du River in the Hubei Province of China.

This commitment to sustainability is something we take seriously at Air Charter Scotland, so much so that it is written into our Environmental Policy. This communicates our commitment to comprehensive environmental management, defines the scope and key areas for address and is subject to annual review.


Our commitment has so far seen us:

  • Utilising low emission transport
  • Reducing paper use where possible & moving toward digital operations
  • using a sustainable supply chain
  • Maximise recycling where possible

It’s a sustainability journey that we are excited to continue into 2024 and beyond. And with the assistance and support of South Pole, we look forward to updating you on the projects we support.