Makers Air is an award-winning airline through ARGUS International, Inc. a specialized aviation services company that provides the aviation marketplace with data and information to help make informed decisions and manage risk. One of ARGUS’s most essential services is its independent rating system for aircraftisrs, known as the ARGUS Gold Rating. This rating considers an operator’s individual history when assigning grades, making it one of the most respected systems in the industry. To receive this rating, all charter services must go through ARGUS’ Charter Evaluation and Qualification (CHEQ) process.
The ARGUS rating system is one of the most comprehensive and reliable for aircraft operators many tools to evaluate an operator’s safety ratings, including historical data, current aircraft, pilot background checks, and on-site safety audits. This ensures that all quality to a high standard of sstandardand quality assurance. ARGUS’s sophisticated assessment process gives users accurate ratings for any given operator or fleet. Furthermore, it also offers additional resources, such as training programs designed to help pilots improve their skills and stay up-to-date with industry standards. In short, the ARGUS rating system is an invaluable resource for anyone looking to make informed decisions about their aviation operations.
Once ARGUS staff have analyzed the collected data, they assign safety ratings to the operators. Charter customers who request the ARGUS CHEQ report are given a complete safety history of the charter operator, the aircraft, and the flight crew (along with the pilots’ experience and historical safety records).
What are the ARGUS Ratings? There are a few different ratings ARGUS assigns to aircraft operators and charter services based on the information they have available, inclung:
Not Rated – ARGUS feels the collected data is insufficient to render a rating.
* DNQ – DNQ indicates that the operator did not meet the qualification standards to earn an ARGUS rating.
* Gold Rating – After in-depth research,
ARGUS awards its Gold Rating standards to aircraft operators who have exceeded the standards of certain control groups with similar experiences and histories. A ging from ARGUS means that an aircraft operator either meets or exceeds the median safety standards (currently and historically) of operators with similar exposures.
* Gold-Plus Rating – Operators assigned this rating have met the requirements for a gold rating and passed an ARGUS Gold-Plus standards audit within the past 24 months or are IS-BAO (International Standard for Business Aircraft Operations) Stage 1 registered.
* Platinum Rating – Operators have met gold rating requirements and the ARGUS audit for Platinum standards within the past 24 months.
Why Consider ARGUS CHEQ Rating? It is more than a simple history of how the operator does business: it indicates that the operator in question is a legitimate operator with a safety record. It confirms the experience and training of pilotsensures thatany certifications the pilots may have. It even confirms that the operator does have liability insurance. In other words, the report or rating serves as another level of due diligence on behalf of charter passengers and lends legitimacy to the operation altogether. For some people, flying is a stressful experience filled with doubt and uncertainty.
Private jet charters are a great way to remove some of the nervousness that goes along with flying, and getting confirmation of the safety history of a carrier before the flight can add one morAir’sree of comfort to the entire process for flyers.
Makers Air’s Commitment to Safety
Makers Air is proud to be ARGUS Gold-rated. We have achieved this status through our non-negotiable commitment to safety at all points. This guiding principle permeates the company and has led us to establish stringent procedures and measures, including:
* Having a private jet maintenance department to handle all our aircraft’s maintenance and safety needs.
* Operating an FAA-sanctioned 145 repair station
* Exceeding the strict safety standards set forth by the FAA
* Hiring highly qualified and experienced flight crews surpassing FAA regulations
* Implementing our safety program and standards
The result of this rigorous attention to safety is an unblemished safety record. Private aviation doesn’t have to be a safety risk when you trust your business to a team that pays close attention to safety at every turn.
We are here to answer any questions you have about safety. ARGUS wants you to fly confidently as do we.
Call us today to book a flight to the Bahamas or charter a flight within Florida or ask any questions about our planes’ safety.
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FLIGHT DESTINATIONS
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Makers Air offers regularly scheduled flights to more Bahamas out island destinations than any other private airline. From hotel recommendations to local excursions, we’ve taken the liberty of putting all the travel information you need to start planning your Bahamas getaway today.
FIGHTS TO SAN ANDROS, BAHAMAS
Dubbed the “Big Yard,” Andros is different from your typical Bahamian island. While other islands are surrounded by water, this one merges with it. The ocean water passes through and under its 2,300 square miles of palm savannas, mangroves, and eerie pine forests teeming with exotic wildlife and—as legend has it—an evil man-bird named chickcharnie!
CHARTER FLIGHT TO SCOTLAND CAY
With 700 charming subtropical islands and over 2000 cays, the Bahamas is home to some of the most gorgeous beaches in the world. One of the most popular spots is Scotland Cay. This small island is part of the Great Abaco Islands. The Abaco islands are elevated and protected by the third-largest barrier reef in the world, giving them conducive weather for vacationing all year long.
The entire island is a privately owned and has great views of the extensive turquoise waters and white sandy beaches. No cars are allowed on the island, making it less congested and serene. You’ll have to use a boat or golf carts to get around.
CHARTER FLIGHT TO MARSH HARBOUR
Marsh Harbour is a great central point for exploring the natural attractions of Little Abaco and Great Abaco.
A fully tarred and graded highway links the colorfully named settlements including Mango Hill, Snake Cay, Cherokee Sound, Fire Road, Red Bays, and our all-time favorite, Hole in the Wall.
And while you can use Marsh Harbour as a mere stop point for exploring other parts of the Bahamas, this little town has much more to offer than what meets the eye.
FLIGHTS TO GREAT HARBOUR CAY
The Berry Islands in the Bahamas is one of the most exotic holiday destinations in the Caribbean. Great Harbour Cay is the largest island that constitutes the Berry Islands, making it the most popular. This island is full of scenic landscapes and tropical attractions that’ll make every bit of your stay worthwhile.
At Makers Air, we ensure you don’t miss out on this little piece of Caribbean magic by offering scheduled weekly flights to the Great Harbour Cay.
FIGHTS TO CHUB CAY
The Berry Islands: Immaculate in beauty and stumbled upon by a lucky few, the Berry Islands are a cluster of more than 24 small islands and a thin crescent of almost a hundred small cays stretching to the North of Nassau and Andros.
Sitting 35 miles north of Nassau is Chub Cay, the southernmost Berry island. If you’re looking forward to a fishing expedition, this is the place to be.
But Chub Cay has much more to offer than just fishing. Even better, you can get there conveniently and in style with Makers Air.
FIGHTS TO FRESH CREEK
Dubbed the “Big Yard,” Andros is different from your typical Bahamian island. While other islands are surrounded by water, this one merges with it.
The ocean water passes through and under its 2,300 square miles of palm savannas, mangroves, and eerie pine forests teeming with exotic wildlife and—as legend has it—an evil man-bird named chickcharnie!
Makers Air provides daily flights to San Andros, Fresh Creek, and Congo Town, and we can help you explore Bahamas’ largest (and Caribbean’s sixth largest) island in style and convenience.
FIGHTS TO CONGO TOWN
Dubbed the “Big Yard,” Andros is different from your typical Bahamian island. While other islands are surrounded by water, this one merges with it.
The ocean water passes through and under its 2,300 square miles of palm savannas, mangroves, and eerie pine forests teeming with exotic wildlife and—as legend has it—an evil man-bird named chickcharnie!
Makers Air provides daily flights to Congo Town, San Andros, and Fresh Creek. We can help you explore the Bahamas’ largest (and Caribbean’s sixth largest) island in style and convenience.
FIGHTS TO ROCK SOUND
When we think of rocky bluffs, modern resorts, massive coral reefs, and low-lying wetlands in the Bahamas, only Eleuthera Island crosses our minds. The 2-mile-wide island is not only known to have some of the world’s best dive sites, but it also offers the authentic tropical feel of the Bahamas.
Interesting History and Culture: Before you book your flight, here are some interesting historical and cultural facts about this gorgeous place:
- It was the first permanent settlement in the Bahamas, thanks to the Eleutheran Adventurers from Bermuda who discovered it while on their pursuit for religious freedom.
- Most residents have a West African origin. Their ancestors were brought in to work in American cotton plantations.
- Junkanoo is one of the most popular cultural festivals attracting thousands of people dressed in colorful costumes and dancing in the street to traditional Bahamian music.
FLIGHTS TO CAT ISLAND
The Natural Beauty of New Bight, Cat Island
From the breathtaking New Bight Beach to the gorgeous Mount Alvernia, Cat Island has a lot of natural attractions for you to enjoy. Everything on this island has an authentic feel to it.
Makers Air provides flights from Fort Lauderdalei to Cat Island several times a week to make your Bahamas vacations seamless.
FIGHTS TO STANIEL CAY
If you’ve always fancied having a whole beach to yourself, that dream can come true at Staniel Cay. There are numerous uninhabited islands around the Cay and one of them could be yours for a day.
And on the rare occasion that another visitor disrupts your peace and tranquility, you can always go sail on to the next island. There’s a pretty good chance that it’ll be equally pristine and beautiful.
Makers Air provides daily directs flights to Staniel Cay and other locations in the Bahamas to make your trips quick and stress-free.
CHARTER FLIGHT TO GOVERNORS HARBOUR
Eleuthera is ranked and reviewed as “Sexiest Beach Escapes” by Bing Travel, high on the list of “25 Sexiest Beaches in the World” by ForbesTraveler, and awarded the “Best Secret Island On Earth” by Travel and Leisure. Eleuthera is known for its magnificent beaches and its laid back Bahama charm. Shock clear turquoise and blue colored waters ring this 100 mile narrow strip of land providing a number of tropical vacation activities. Diving, snorkeling, swimming, fishing, and boating are merely the beginning of a great island adventure. Of course, kicking back is never out of season!
Eleuthera Bahamas is a long, slender island possessing the best of two ocean worlds; a tranquil Caribbean Sea shore known as the Exuma Sound and a pulsating Atlantic Ocean shore, world famous for its surfing and “Surfers Beach.” The island has a variety of magnificent shoreline views ranging from soft pink sand beaches to beautiful ascending cliff vistas. This slice of heaven is only a few miles wide on average, making it a snap to discover a nearby beach that satisfies your desires. Mile upon mile of splendid and peaceful beachfront is visited more by the sun and surf than by human beings.
CHARTER FLIGHT TO NORTH ELEUTHERA
Eleuthera is ranked and reviewed as “Sexiest Beach Escapes” by Bing Travel, high on the list of “25 Sexiest Beaches in the World” by ForbesTraveler, and awarded the “Best Secret Island On Earth” by Travel and Leisure. Eleuthera is known for its magnificent beaches and its laid back Bahama charm. Shock clear turquoise and blue colored waters ring this 100 mile narrow strip of land providing a number of tropical vacation activities. Diving, snorkeling, swimming, fishing, and boating are merely the beginning of a great island adventure. Of course, kicking back is never out of season!
Eleuthera Bahamas is a long, slender island possessing the best of two ocean worlds; a tranquil Caribbean Sea shore known as the Exuma Sound and a pulsating Atlantic Ocean shore, world famous for its surfing and “Surfers Beach.” The island has a variety of magnificent shoreline views ranging from soft pink sand beaches to beautiful ascending cliff vistas. This slice of heaven is only a few miles wide on average, making it a snap to discover a nearby beach that satisfies your desires. Mile upon mile of splendid and peaceful beachfront is visited more by the sun and surf than by human beings.
CHARTER FLIGHT TO SOUTH BIMINI
Bimini is only 50 miles from Miami, yet a world away from the everyday. Preserved culture, historical landmarks, and natural wonders adorn this westernmost island of the Bahamas, beckoning travelers from around the world to explore. As the closest Caribbean island to the U.S. coast, Bimini is an easy private island escape. Discover stunning turquoise waters and miles of white-sand beaches. Dive in to explore a world of sunken ships, mystical landmarks, and some of the most diverse marine life in the world. Stroll through the streets of Bimini’s quaint towns and discover the friendly faces of locals eager to share stories of the history of their beloved island.
FLIGHTS TO STELLA MARIS
If you’re looking for a truly under-the-radar destination where you truly can get away from it all—and enjoy some of the world’s best beaches in the process—you can find it on Long Island.
Long Island is a stark contrast to the main tourist destinations—like Nassau and Paradise Island—giving you the chance to see the Bahamas in a more raw, unadulterated form. It has beautiful oceans, sandy beaches, and plenty of activities that can take you out on the water and through the caves, cliffs, and beautiful landmarks on the island.
CHARTER FLIGHT TO DEADMANS CAY
If you’re looking for a truly under-the-radar destination where you truly can get away from it all—and enjoy some of the world’s best beaches in the process—you can find it on Long Island.
Long Island is a stark contrast to the main tourist destinations—like Nassau and Paradise Island—giving you the chance to see the Bahamas in a more raw, unadulterated form. It has beautiful oceans, sandy beaches, and plenty of activities that can take you out on the water and through the caves, cliffs, and beautiful landmarks on the island.
CHARTER FLIGHT TO GEORGE TOWN
The capital of the Exumas is Georgetown. It is located on Great Exuma Island. The Exumas are a chain of islands that stretch to about 100 miles long. The Tropic of Cancer runs directly through Georgetown and approximately 900 people live in this seaport, a favorite spot for yachters. There are two major yachting events: the Annual Family Island Regatta in Elizabeth Town and the Annual Georgetown Sailing Regatta held every March.
Georgetown has a colorful history and its pink and white Government Building, which is said to have been inspired by the architecture of the Government House in Nassau, grabs the attention of tourists. It has an intriguing past. Pirates used Georgetown’s deep water harbor during the 17th century and the “plantation aristocracy” from Virginia and North and South Carolina settled here in the 18th century.
CHARTER FLIGHT TO FREEPORT
Grand Bahama is a tropical destination of which dreams are made. Sun, surf, sand, beach life, high end resorts, tropical drinks, a history of pirates and rum runners, a culture based on both Lucayan Indians, African slaves and British Loyalists and a vast expanse of nature excursions on land and sea are part of the adventure. Freeport is the largest and has most of the top things to do in Freeport Bahamas; then to the west is Bain Town and West End, the capital of Grand Bahama. To the east is High Rock and East End Lodge, the furthest point east by road. The main thoroughfare is Queens Highway to the west and Grand Bahama Highway to the east.
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Fly to the Bahamas Out Islands in Style
Makers Air is the premier charter airline with daily Bahamas flights. Our goal is to connect passengers to paradise, crafting a flight experience that brings reliable, memorable and convenient getaways to our customers.