The Truth About Flying JSX - Semi Private Jet Experience
I travelled with JSX from Las Vegas to Dallas last week. JSX is a part 135 charter operator, not an airline. I was able to check-in quickly from their own facility in Las Vegas, in just a few minutes, and there was no invasive TSA security screening. The next moment I was walking onto an Embraer 145 jet on the ramp. The plane was fitted with 1-1 seating configuration, so there is no middle seat, with no seat neighbour to share with.
I spoke to the JSX pilots, crew and a few passengers about their experience onboard. The flight time to Dallas was 2 hours 30 minutes through some scenic views of the Grand Canyon. After I landed in Dallas, the checked baggage was first placed on the tarmac before passengers deplaned. I got my bag within a minute and by the next minute I was in a pre-booked car driving away from the private terminal. The whole experience on JSX was swift, much faster than flying into and out of the crowded airport terminal, with no lines of check-in or screenings to deal with.
The 1-1 seating configuration is currently served on the JSX Texas route only. West Coast routes are served by 1-2 seating configuration.
Lastly, I interviewed the CEO of JSX, Alex Wilcox, on the future expansion plans of JSX and whether more planes will be re-configured to 1-1 seating. Alex also shared with me how he started in aviation, almost 3 decades ago.
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That dog looks like he needs emotional support
This was my hidden gem pre-Covid. I fly Phoenix to Vegas often. The best deal was last minute,”hop on”. I would wake up in the morning, book a same day flight for $89.00-$99.00, show up 20 minutes before the flight, and check in. 30 minutes later I would be in Vegas. You get spoiled very quickly and never want to deal with regular airport hassle ever again. There are not as many flights at this time, and prices are up, but hopefully things will resume like they were before the pandemic. Superb flying experience!
I dont know why people dont mention the amenities… free alcohol for everyone 21+ on board and pets fly with you
I fly JSX all the time. I left my cell at home causing my family to have to drive back to get it. Once my family delivered the phone the JSX worker brought my phone and handed it to the pilot through the window and the pilot delivered my phone to me straight away. The best part of the experience was that one of the workers waited by the door until my family arrived with my phone.
How do you eat with a mask on your face?
I love how natural flying is to the ceo. It’s nice to see a ceo who’s life is literally immersed in travel as opposed to just a business person
Very cool, did I see 2 “ Janet” planes sitting at the start 👽
OMG that Chinese captain is so cool, I'm in love
I love JSX. I'll be flying from KLAS to KBUR on Thursday. This will be my third or fourth time flying JSX. Highly recommend.
Wow awesome
WOW! The CEO's interview was inspiring and a great eye opener. Thanks Sam.
Absolutely loved every second of this video, Sam! I've flown JSX since the beginning, and I'm a customer for life.
Thank you Sam, another great video. We at Sydney can not go and travel international, but watching your videos give me the sense of travelling. Thank you.
The fact that we get free air travel documentaries on KZread by Sam is truly a gift ❤️🥰👌👍
Always a pleasure watching Sam's vlog!! Especially during the Covid and lockdown time, when most of us are unable to travel, gives us a feel of travelling by watching Sam's video :)
I actually flew with them for the first time last Sunday and was thoroughly impressed.. The Phoenix staff was excellent from check in to take off..The check in was so much better and LESS STRESSFUL which is a game changer for me…I didn’t like the Vegas lounge at all it was very unkempt yesterday and I’m not sure how it will be as the temperature goes up in the summer in the southwest… we shall see as I’m booked again next month 😅 All in all I loved the experience and will travel again via JSX between PHX, Vegas and the Bay Area!
Thank you for doing this VLOG. It's great to see how much everyone involved loves their job. I am a huge fan of JSX and have been flying them for many years out of East Bay CA and Oakland, from back when they were known as Jetsuite X. I'm excited by the news of expansion and hope that they are once again able to add more routes out of Concord, though I'll keep going to Oakland if necessary. Would love to see some of these new 145's too. Great pricing and superb service every single time. Flying Vegas in a week on them and cannot wait!
YAYYYY!!!!!!! I'm in Philly and to hear JSX is coming to the east coast brings happiness to my travel heart!!! I can wait happily to travel and have the JSX experience!!!!
Love Love Love JSX, so convenient from Orange County to Las Vegas multiple times a year. Great video as always Sam.
Great to see Captain Lydia in the left hand seat and to hear her story -superb!!!