What Tapjets Inc does

TapJets Technologies Inc, founded in late 2015 and headquartered in Houston, Texas, operates a private jet charter marketplace connecting travelers with FAA-certified FAR Part 135 air carriers. The company brands itself as the "World's First Hail-A-Jet" service and offers instant booking of private aircraft in under one minute through a web platform and native iOS/Android applications. Its technology stack is built around hundreds of proprietary algorithms that power route optimization, fleet utilization management, AI-driven personalization, and a 9-point pre-flight safety audit system representing more than 4,000 person-hours of development. TapJets does not own or operate aircraft; it acts as an indirect air carrier marketplace, with safety oversight delegated to partner operators audited under Wyvern Wingman, ARGUS Platinum, ACA, and NBAA standards.

The company serves three primary customer segments. For individual and business travelers (B2C), it offers pay-per-flight booking, the TapJets Rewards loyalty program (Enthusiast, Aficionado, Connoisseur tiers), and invitation-only Jet Cards. For charter brokers (B2B technology), it provides the TapJets for Brokers platform with integrations into Avinode, CharterPad, and Airmail, enabling outsourced aircraft sourcing and trip tracking. For FAR Part 135/91 operators, it offers PlaneFactor — a SaaS platform covering aircraft flight scheduling, time log tracking, fuel tracking, maintenance management, and crew cost reporting. Supporting the consumer business is a 24/7 global concierge hotline (1-888-500-4385) with Slack bot access, plus physical offices in Houston, Miami, New York, Chicago, and Los Angeles.

Revenue is generated through four streams: commission on completed private jet bookings, managed services fees from operators using PlaneFactor, recurring subscription revenue from broker technology integrations, and invitation-based Jet Card sales. Pricing is quote-based with no upfront membership fees for core service, and the company offers a 5% price-beat guarantee against competing quotes. The company is privately held with no disclosed institutional funding beyond an initial $400,000 round in 2015 and a subsequent $0 round in 2019, and operates with a 1-10 person team. In May 2024, TapJets discontinued its JetShare shared-flight product to refocus exclusively on private charters.

Name

Tapjets Inc

Legal name

TapJets Technologies Inc

Website

https://tapjets.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2015

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

TapJets Technologies Inc is a private jet charter marketplace that connects individual travelers, businesses, charter brokers, and FAR Part 135 operators through its instant-booking web and mobile platforms. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Houston, the company also operates PlaneFactor, an operator SaaS platform, and offers Jet Card and loyalty products.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private Jet Charter Marketplace

NAICS

Nonscheduled Air Transportation (48121)

akta.pro primary industry

Private Aviation Brokerages & Trip Marketplace Platforms (THABAFAG)

Keywords

• Private jet charter
• On-demand aviation
• Charter marketplace
• Operator software platform
• Business jet booking

Headquarters

HQ city

Houston

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Digital Commerce or Content

Cost components

Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Private Jet Charter Booking Commission: TapJets arranges flights on behalf of clients with FAA Certified FAR Part 135 direct air carriers. Revenue generated from commissions on completed flights booked through the platform.
2. Operator Platform Services: PlaneFactor platform helps operators optimize fleet profit margins, automate quoting, and increase sales. Operators delegate sales to TapJets which handles negotiation and client logistics.
3. Broker Technology Services: Technology partner for charter brokers to outsource aircraft sourcing and tracking, integrating with platforms like Avinode, CharterPad, and Airmail
4. Jet Card Sales: VIP clients on invitation basis can purchase Jet Cards for guaranteed availability and priority booking

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

TapJets operates an AI-powered marketplace platform that connects travelers with FAA Part 135 private jet operators, enabling instant booking of private charters in under one minute via web and mobile apps. The company also sells B2B software (PlaneFactor) to operators and brokers for fleet management, automated quoting, and trip tracking, plus a loyalty program (TapJets Rewards) and invitation-only Jet Card product.

Product overview

TapJets is a private jet charter platform operating as a marketplace that connects travelers with thousands of aircraft worldwide. The core product is the TapJets Platform (web and mobile app) enabling instant booking of private jets in under one minute. Supporting products include the TapJets Rewards loyalty program (tiers: Enthusiast, Aficionado, Connoisseur) and Jet Card for prepaid flight hours. B2B offerings include PlaneFactor (operator management platform) and TapJets for Brokers (aircraft sourcing platform). The company has discontinued its JetShare shared flight product in favor of exclusive private charters. All flights are operated by FAA-certified FAR Part 135 carriers.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• PlaneFactor: B2B platform for charter operators and brokers providing aircraft scheduling, maintenance management, fuel tracking, and crew cost reporting solutions.

Products and services

• TapJets Platform (Web) Web-based private jet charter marketplace enabling users to search, compare, and instantly book private jets worldwide. Offers 3-click booking (Price, Select, Confirm) with access to thousands of aircraft in real time and a 9-point pre-flight safety audit. Targeted at individual travelers, business executives, and families seeking on-demand charter without membership commitments.
• TapJets Mobile App Native iOS and Android application for instant private jet search, quote, and booking. Provides real-time access to thousands of aircraft, 24/7 concierge support, and personalized aircraft recommendations. Available on App Store and Google Play.
• Jet Card Invitation-only prepaid flight hours product for VIP clients. Provides guaranteed aircraft availability and competitive hourly rates across aircraft categories including Heavy Jets and Midsize Jets.
• TapJets Rewards Free-to-join loyalty program offering reward flight hours based on flight time accumulated. Three tiers (Enthusiast at 25 hours, Aficionado at 75 hours, Connoisseur at 200 hours) deliver reward hours, ground credits, and perks without upfront membership fees.
• TapJets for Operators B2B platform for FAA Part 135 and Part 91 operators promising 15% more revenue in 90 days by automating quoting, optimizing fleet profit margins, leveraging other operator aircraft to fulfill requests instantly, and delegating sales to TapJets.
• PlaneFactor Wholly-owned B2B platform for FAR Part 135 and Part 91 operators providing aircraft flight scheduling, automated time log tracking, fuel tracking, maintenance management with early warning, crew cost reporting, and FAA-compliant digital document exchange.
• TapJets for Brokers B2B platform for charter brokers to outsource aircraft sourcing and tracking. Provides real-time trip sheet access, email and text notifications, and integrations with Avinode, CharterPad, and Airmail.
• TapJets Concierge 24/7 global concierge service providing travel-related assistance, aircraft sourcing, booking support, and a Slack bot integration (TapJets Concierge) for chat-based access to TapJets services.
• Empty Leg Flights Discounted private jet charter option utilizing aircraft returning empty or repositioning for next flights. Provides the privacy and exclusivity of private charter at reduced pricing compared to standard charters.

Quantifiable outcome

• Instant private jet booking in under one minute
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

AI capability4 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• FAA Certified FAR Part 135 Air CarrierscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTapJets partners with FAA Certified FAR Part 135 direct air carriers who exercise full operational control of charter flights at all times. These operators provide aircraft and pilots to transport TapJets clients under the same safety standards and processes.
• Wyvern/Argus Audited OperatorscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTapJets partners exclusively with Wyvern/Argus audited operators who meet rigorous safety and quality standards. These operators benefit from TapJets' technology to increase flight hours and aircraft utilization.
• Business Aviation Safety OrganizationsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAffiliations with aviation safety organizations including Wyvern, ARGUS, ACA (Air Charter Association), and NBAA (National Business Aviation Association).

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Blade: Tech-forward urban air mobility and private charter platform with consumer app booking — directly comparable to TapJets in digital-first private jet marketplace positioning.
• Wheels Up: Membership-driven private aviation marketplace and operator serving individuals and businesses with on-demand charter and managed fleet — directly competes with TapJets' consumer charter and Jet Card offerings.
• JetSuite (JSX): Private jet charter and semi-private scheduled operator offering app-based booking — overlaps directly with TapJets on-demand private jet booking and consumer-facing booking experience.
• FlyExclusive: Private jet operator and charter provider with proprietary jet club and fractional programs — competes with TapJets in on-demand charter and membership-based offerings.
• PrivateFly: Global private jet booking platform with instant online quoting and charter brokerage — directly comparable marketplace model and target customer base to TapJets.
• XOJET: Private jet charter and membership platform offering on-demand booking — directly competes with TapJets' consumer charter, membership, and technology-enabled booking experience.

Broad incumbents

• Vista Global (VistaJet): Global private aviation incumbent operating a large owned fleet and program memberships; competes broadly with TapJets in private jet charter and jet card programs with significantly greater scale.
• NetJets: Berkshire Hathaway-owned fractional jet ownership and jet card leader — overlaps with TapJets' Jet Card / high-end charter positioning, but with much larger fleet and balance sheet.

Others

• Avinode: B2B charter marketplace and CRM for operators and brokers — TapJets integrates with Avinode via TapJets for Brokers, making it both a partner and a comparable B2B aviation technology platform.

Emerging players

• Jettly: Online private jet booking marketplace with instant quoting across multiple aircraft categories — comparable digital-first charter booking model to TapJets with similar self-serve booking flow.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/tapjets
• Instagraminstagram.com/tapjets

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds2 records

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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