Safety & Trust at SkyAccess
Every flight booked on SkyAccess is operated by a certified air carrier (Part 135 in the U.S., or the equivalent authority abroad). Here is what that means for you.
Is SkyAccess legit?
Yes. SkyAccess Inc. is a Los Angeles-based marketplace for private jet empty legs and charter, flown by certificated operators.
Read the full answer: ratings, operator checks, payments and what happens if an operator cancels.
What is FAA Part 135?
FAA Part 135 is the federal regulatory framework governing on-demand charter flights in the United States. Operators certified under Part 135 must meet rigorous standards covering aircraft maintenance, crew training, operational procedures, and safety management. These standards are enforced by the Federal Aviation Administration.
Every operator on SkyAccess holds an active air carrier certificate: Part 135 in the U.S., or the equivalent authority abroad. We verify certification status before approving any operator on the platform.
How SkyAccess Vets Operators
We verify every operator's FAA Part 135 certificate (or its foreign equivalent) before listing; many also hold ARGUS, Wyvern or IS-BAO safety ratings.
Each operator profile page links to their safety ratings so you can review their credentials before booking.
Who Actually Operates Your Flight
SkyAccess is a booking marketplace, not an air carrier. The certificated operator you select is the FAA-regulated entity responsible for the aircraft, crew, and the safety of your flight. SkyAccess connects you to that operator and handles the booking and payment process. The operator is the carrier of record.
Booking & Payment
Payment is collected securely at booking. If the operator cancels and the flight can't be rescheduled, you get a full refund. Cancellation terms are set by each operator and shown to you at checkout, before you pay.
What SkyAccess Does vs. What Operators Do
SkyAccess
- Operator vetting and certification verification
- Search, pricing, and booking interface
- Secure payment processing
- Customer support and dispute resolution
The Operator (Air Carrier)
- Aircraft airworthiness and maintenance
- Crew qualification and training
- Flight operations and safety management
- FAA regulatory compliance
Frequently asked questions
- What is FAA Part 135?
- FAA Part 135 is the US federal regulation governing on-demand air charter operations. Every US commercial charter operator must hold a Part 135 certificate issued by the Federal Aviation Administration, meeting strict safety, maintenance, and crew-training standards. Operators based outside the US fly under the equivalent authority in their own jurisdiction.
- Are all operators on SkyAccess certified air carriers?
- Yes. SkyAccess only lists operators who hold an active air carrier certificate: Part 135 in the U.S., or the equivalent authority abroad. We verify every operator's FAA Part 135 certificate (or its foreign equivalent) before listing; many also hold ARGUS, Wyvern or IS-BAO safety ratings.
- Who actually operates my flight?
- SkyAccess is a booking marketplace. The certificated air carrier (operator) you select is the regulated entity responsible for the aircraft, crew, and flight. It is overseen by the FAA in the U.S., or by the equivalent national authority abroad. SkyAccess facilitates the booking and payment; the operator is the carrier of record.
- How does SkyAccess vet operators beyond FAA certification?
- We verify every operator's FAA Part 135 certificate (or its foreign equivalent) before listing; many also hold ARGUS, Wyvern or IS-BAO safety ratings.
- What happens if I need to cancel my booking?
- Cancellation terms are set by the operator and shown at checkout before you pay. SkyAccess displays each operator's cancellation policy transparently. Payment is collected securely at booking. If the operator cancels and the flight can't be rescheduled, you get a full refund.