For business or pleasure, let Midwest Air provide you with the very best in air charter transportation service.

For availability or to book a air charter call Curt

Office 219-548-7430, Fax 219-548-7451,      cell 219-776-0516

 or email info@midwestaircharter.com

Frequently asked Questions:

When does it make sense to charter?

Charter is smarter only under certain circumstances. The airlines are very competitive when it comes to carrying a lot of people, for long distances, to a limited number of destinations. So, when traveling between two very distant, major cities, like Los Angeles and New York, or traveling overseas, it may make sense to travel on the airlines.

But, there are times when charter makes a lot more sense.  For example, when you have several places to go but very little time, if there are more than one of you going, if your destination is not a major airline hub, when the airlines schedules just don’t fit into your business schedule.

So, before you compare the costs of airline travel to air charter, consider the time and money you’ll save on overnight expenses—motels, meals, and car rental—and factor in the inconveniences you often face with the scheduled airlines: lost/delayed baggage, missed connections, cramped seating and oversold flights, to name a few.

Finally, what is it worth to be home with your family at night?  When you charter your own aircraft it’s possible for you to get back home to your family.

So what makes charter smarter?

The advantage of saved time. You can fly in or leave whenever you like—without having to depend on the airlines’ schedules or without the long hours on the road. You can go where you need to, get your business done and come back when you want.  This means saving money on food, lodging and car rental.  It could also mean spending more valuable time with your client or family.

The advantage of convenience. Over half of all airline flights connect with only the 20 busiest airports in the U.S. With charter you have direct access to all of these major airports—plus some 12,000 airports in small communities that the airlines don’t reach. Charter is the primary air link to about 19,000 smaller communities and over 400 cities. You can choose your traveling companions.  This means converting wasted travel time into useful study or preparation time.  Just think of what you could accomplish with everyone together in your own private work area.  And, you can take along extra people and equipment—at no extra cost.

The advantage of security. You can be assured of corporate and personal security when traveling via air charter. Only those persons known to you and authorized by you will be on the aircraft.  Midwest Air Corporation will maintain your security by preventing public disclosure of your flight plans and by complying with the strict safety and security mandates imposed and monitored by the federal government. Your personal peace of mind and satisfaction is Midwest Air Corporations’ key goal during you charter experience.

What information should I have when calling Midwest Air Corporation?

First of all, lay out your travel plans. Ask yourself the following questions:

 1.  What city do I want to depart from and where am I going?

 2.  Will there be any intermediate stops?

 3.  What is my return date?

 4.  How many people will be traveling with me?

 5. Will I need ground transportation?

 6.  Will I need any special catering for my flight?

Does the price stay the same if I bring more or less people?

Yes, when you charter you are not buying seats you are buying the whole aircraft.  Keep in mind though that the more people you bring the more economical it is.  Also, there are a limited number of seats on the aircraft. You can seat up to 8 people.

Does the airplane come with one or two pilots?

Every flight is piloted by two fully qualified pilots who have many years of experience flying in all types of weather. See pilot qualifications.

Is your company insured?

Yes we are.  Midwest Air Corporation carries 25 million dollar liability coverage.

How much does it cost?

The cost depends on where you want to go and how long you want to say. For a free quote see our contact info to the side of each page and call.

Is there any wait time expense?

Midwest Air Corporation does not charge a per hour wait time.  We charge per hour of flight time. That means you get billed for what you fly.  We do have an extended stay charge of $500 per day not flown and a $400 per night overnight fee. Please be aware that the FAA mandates that pilots be on duty on more that 14 hours and must have 10 hours of rest between flights.

How is your airplane maintained?

Our airplane is maintained by a team of highly trained mechanics who have been to school on our aircraft. Every aspect of maintaining a safe and dependable airplane is look after to ensure that you and your fellow passengers fly in utmost safety.

Are there long security lines for boarding the aircraft?

No, since you and you party are the only ones on board the aircraft there are no lines for security checks. All that is required from you are the full names of you and your party so that we may check those names against the FBI’s watch list and a valid driver’s license or passport.

What is an extended stay charge?

An extended stay charge is when for example the airplane is rented out for four days, but only flies on the first and last day.  The extended stay charge would be applied to the two non flying days.

Is there a bathroom on board?

There is a private bathroom with a flushing toilet.

Does your company provide its passengers with anything to eat, drink, or read?

There is a well stocked snack and beverage bar at the front of the airplane. Snacks include but are not limited to various types of cookies, chips, candy, and peanuts.  Beverages include but are not limited to soda, bottled water, coffee, beer, and a well stocked bar.  If there is something that we don’t have that our passengers would like then we will provide that item upon request.  Various types of newspapers are provided for our passengers.  There is also an assortment of magazines on board as well.

Can I make my connection with the airlines if necessary?

Yes. Occasionally, passengers in towns without airline service decide to charter an aircraft to more easily connect with an airline flight. This is possible.  However, due to security, airports with airline service are divided into separate general aviation (including charter) and airline areas. But at most of these airports, courtesy cars are provided to drive you to the airline terminal. 

What about the weather?

Weather can affect you flight plans when chartering just as it can affect airline schedules. The FAA has many regulations concerning weather, types of aircraft, and pilots’ capabilities.  Midwest Air Corporations’ aircraft are equipped with various optional equipment that allows operation in complex weather such as icing conditions or heavy rain showers.

Midwest Air Corporation can explain the limitations of the aircraft and the company’s authorizations.  Midwest Air Corporation will not fly an aircraft of the weather conditions do not meet safety standards. 

Are these aircraft safe?

Yes. The FAA has rules that address crew rest, physical examinations, and mandate a stringent anti-drug/alcohol program of.  The FAA closely monitors Midwest Air Corporation to make sure that they conform to the established standards of performance.

The high standards for training, maintenance, and operations required by the FAA, and the devotion to safety by Midwest Air Corporation assure you of the safest possible flight environment.