09/29/2026
Thinking about a jet card? Here's the question most people forget to ask: what is actually standing behind it?
A jet card is a prepaid deposit, often six figures. Many programs are sold by companies that don't own or operate a single aircraft. Your money goes to them, and your flight goes to whichever operator they can find that day.
Before you fund any card, ask:
Does the company own and operate aircraft?
Who is actually flying me, and is that in writing?
What happens to my balance if the company is sold or closes?
Are rates locked, and for how long?
Are peak days, fuel, and repositioning spelled out up front?
Our Keyholder program works differently because we are the operator. Erin Air has our own aircraft, our own crews, and our own maintenance team at Boeing Field, with 45 years of history. When you hold a Keyholder balance, there's a real jet in our hangar backing that commitment. Terms in writing, rates locked for 12 months, and the company holding your deposit is the same one flying you.
Questions? We're happy to walk you through it. [email protected] or 206.329.4664.
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