Wheels Up Signature Membership - Fixed Access Plan
Wheels Up · Fixed Rate · Jet Card
$200,000
Starting At
Owned Fleet
Fleet
Yes
Guaranteed Availability
48h
Callout Time
Hourly Rates
| Category | Hourly Rate | Aircraft |
|---|---|---|
| Light |
$9,295/hr
Phenom 300; plus fuel surcharge and FET |
Embraer Phenom 300 |
| Super Midsize |
$13,495/hr
Challenger 300; plus fuel surcharge and FET |
Bombardier Challenger 300 |
Key Terms
Pricing
Rate TypeFixed Rate
Minimum Purchase$200,000
Contract Term12 months
Fuel SurchargeVariable
FET IncludedNo
Daily Minimum1.2h
Fees & Surcharges
Taxi TimeIncluded in daily minimum (72 min Phenom 300, 150 min Challenger 300 including taxi)
Destination SurchargesCanada/Bahamas +15%, Mexico +25%
Rate EscalatorAnnual CPI escalator applies on fixed-rate contracts
Initiation Fee$500/month membership fee (waived through end of 2025 for new members)
Availability
GuaranteedYes
Standard Callout48h
Peak Callout120h
Peak Days/Year20
Peak Cancellation120h notice
One-Way PricingYes
Service AreaContiguous U.S. plus 225-mile radius beyond U.S. coastline; Canada, Bahamas, and Los Cabos with surcharges
InternationalYes
Fleet & Safety
Fleet TypeOwned Fleet
DetailsOwned fleet of Phenom 300 series (light jet) and Challenger 300 series (super-midsize); also access to verified charter aircraft via Air Partner marketplace of 1,500+ aircraft
WiFiFleet-Wide
Flexibility
CancellationPenalty-free cancellation mirrors callout hours: 48 hours non-peak (24 hours for $1M tier); 5 days (120 hours) on peak days
RefundableNo
InterchangeYes
RolloverFunds renewed on 12-month anniversary or when balance drops below 10% of original deposit; 12-month grace period to use existing funds if renewal not elected
About Wheels Up
Publicly traded (UP) private aviation membership platform offering Signature memberships with guaranteed availability and on-demand charter. Merged with Delta Private Jets.
Overview
The Wheels Up Signature Membership Fixed Access Plan offers nationwide guaranteed pricing on the company's owned Phenom 300 (light jet) and Challenger 300 (super-midsize) fleet, with fixed hourly rates that vary by deposit tier ($250K/$500K/$1M). Members enjoy no interchange fees between aircraft categories, guaranteed availability and recovery nationwide, and significant efficient-route discounts of 15.9%-35% off standard rates. Contracts can extend up to five years with an annual CPI escalator, and funds include a 12-month grace period if renewal is not elected.
Advantages
- Fixed hourly rates lockable for up to 5 years with CPI-linked escalator
- Guaranteed availability and recovery nationwide in the contiguous U.S.
- No interchange fees between Phenom 300 and Challenger 300
- Efficient route discounts of 15.9%-35% off standard hourly rates
- Delta Diamond Medallion status included; access to Air Partner global charter network
Considerations
- Funds are non-refundable
- Deicing is a pass-through cost (not included in hourly rate)
- Peak day booking requires 5 days notice vs. 48 hours for non-peak
- Renewal requires topping up to at least 10% of original deposit or $50K minimum
Peak Days
Definition20 designated peak days per year
Surcharge15% surcharge on peak days
Protection & Recovery
Service RecoveryCovered up to 1.5x original quote; penalty-free cancellation if mission-capable aircraft not provided within 4 hours of scheduled departure
Carbon OffsetCarbon offset program available (opt-in); same broker as Delta Air Lines; CORSIA-regulated, ICAO-certified projects
Amenities & Services
Concierge—
Dedicated Account Manager—
Digital BookingYes
24/7 SupportYes
Flight Attendant—
By-the-SeatNo
Lifestyle PartnersDelta Air Lines Diamond Medallion status; Wheels Down exclusive events and hospitality